Traveled here for the first time from Osaka Station by Thunderbird Limited Express and was impressed to see the fusion of modern architecture and traditional art at Kanazawa Station.

The front of the East Exit of the station stands out due to the large red wooden gate, called Tsuzumimon Gate. Its unique structure is inspired by traditional Japanese drums, “tsuzumi”. This is where old tradition meets contemporary architecture as one passes through the gate and enters the modern Motenashi Dome (“Motenashi” meaning “Welcome” in Japanese).

Advice for people planning to travel with the night bus: Check the departure location of your night bus beforehand. My night bus departed from the Kanazawa Station West Square, which is on the opposite side of the Tsuzumi-mon Gate, right outside of the station building. You will find a round bus terminal, with each bus stop numbered, covered under a roof.