Loved the “Learning space”, where you can take a break and read a book from the small book collection inside dedicated to D.T. Suzuki’s works. The garden nearby was stunning. In the same area, you go further and explore other 5-6 sights, but I went in the evening, so it was my only stop there. Beautiful place.
Had no clue about this museum. Met someone walking who said it was amazing and so we bought the 1 day pass and went. Omg amazing. Learned about Suzuki and Zen Buddhism. Just the structure itself is mesmerizing. I could sit and contemplate life all day there! Don’t miss it!
A wonderful museum dedicated to the life, writings, and philosophical ideas of D. T. Suzuki. The entire architecture is incredibly thoughtful, featuring clean lines and seamless connecting gardens. The absolute highlight is the contemplative space that overlooks the stunning Water Mirror Garden. It’s a peaceful, moving experience that encourages you to slow down and reflect. I used the Kanazawa Cultural Pass to gain free entry here.
Talk about an elevated refined architecture. The place itself is small but its water harden could have kept me an hour. And the garden beside (not part of the museum) is amazing! Very Japanese-centric although they do provide English pamphlets we can read later at home describing Dr Suzuki’s philosophy.
A Beautiful Amazing Experience, At A Beautiful Amazing Place. The Grounds Are Breathtaking And The Library Area Let My Wife Read The Giving Tree For The First Time and We Cried Together, It Always Been One My Favorite Books. Buy The Multi Pass, We Visited 6 Museums In One Day. This Was Our First Stop.
