KUMU Kanazawa
Contemporary Japanese minimalism with post-industrial bones. Think raw concrete, tatami, and Zen-inflected calm — design-forward but never intimidating.
Book direct on the official site for the lowest rate and a free 1-hour checkout extension (limited availability).
Why It Matters
Tablet Hotels and Michelin Guide selection. One of the most design-coherent hotels in Kanazawa — a city where international travelers have historically underestimated the accommodation quality. The tea salon, the rotating art exhibitions, and the culturally embedded events program set it apart from generic business hotels in the area.
A 44-year-old office building, gutted and reborn as a lifestyle hotel that takes Kanazawa's samurai-era culture seriously — without feeling like a museum. Bare concrete walls, tatami raised platforms, and tea utensils made by local metal artist Yuichi Takemata sit together without apology. Interior design by Yusuke Seki; art throughout the property curated from Kanazawa-based artists. The ground-floor tea salon KISSA & Co. is open to the public and doubles as the beating heart of the place.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Junior Suite with Japanese-style
From JPY40,000 / nightThe flagship room and the most considered in the whole hotel. Twin floor beds plus a tatami raised platform (小上がり) with a living set and a mini sink (水屋) — the kind of detail that nods to traditional tea room architecture without being precious about it. Up to 4 people fit comfortably with futons on the raised platform. Only 3 of these exist.
Twin floor beds (W1100mm each), futons available on tatami platform · 59 sqm
Moderate
From JPY24,000 / nightWestern-style Hollywood twin room with two single beds and a double-size sofa bed. The non-tatami option for guests who prefer a straight Western setup. At 30m² it's slightly larger than the Japanese-style moderate. Only 2 rooms of this type — book early.
Hollywood twin (W1100mm) + double sofa bed · 30 sqmModerate Loft
From JPY18,000 / nightThe room families and friend groups should be looking at. Two single beds on the lower level with a sofa set, plus two floor beds in the loft above. It's genuinely fun — the loft element adds vertical breathing room in a 30m² footprint. Three rooms, so demand is real.
2x single beds (lower) + 2x floor beds in loft (W1100mm) · 30 sqmModerate with Japanese-style
From JPY20,000 / nightHollywood twin layout with two floor beds plus a tatami raised area and low table. The most common room type in the hotel — 19 of the 47 rooms are this configuration. At 27m² it's compact but well-designed, with the tatami platform offering a secondary seating and sleeping zone.
Hollywood twin floor beds (W1100mm), futons on tatami platform · 27 sqm
Standard Bunk
From JPY15,000 / nightThe entry-level option: two bunk beds, a sofa, and side table in 22m². Compact but private — all rooms are private, not dormitory. Good value for groups comfortable sleeping in bunks. Ten rooms available. Note that some rooms in this category may lack windows.
2x bunk beds (W950mm) · 22 sqmSuperior with Japanese-style
From JPY24,000 / nightFull tatami-floored twin room with a contemporary feel. Two floor beds and a low table set. The most spacious of the purely Japanese-style rooms, and at 33-36m² it's genuinely comfortable for two — with room for futons and up to 4 guests total. Ten rooms available, making it the easiest to book.
Twin floor beds (W1100mm x2), futons available · 34 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel regularly hosts workshops tied to Kanazawa's traditional crafts — working with local artisans, tea ceremony practitioners, and artists. Events feature craft artists, tea masters, and ceramicists from the Kanazawa community.
Rent bikes from the front desk for city exploration. From ¥600 for 3 hours. Flat terrain in central Kanazawa makes cycling the smartest way to cover the samurai districts, Higashi Chaya, and Kenrokuen.
Regular weekend DJ and live music events in the 1F lobby and on the rooftop (MUSIC & Co. ON THE ROOFTOP). Monthly schedule posted on the hotel's events page. Guests and locals both attend.
Morning yoga held irregularly on the 7th-floor rooftop terrace overlooking Kanazawa Castle Park. Check the hotel's events page or ask at the front desk for upcoming dates.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Private meeting room for up to 8 people with a 48-inch monitor. Available for hire at ¥2,200 per hour.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout all areas of the property — rooms and shared spaces.
Artworks by Kanazawa-based artists displayed throughout all floors. Works include pieces by Kasetsu, Hiroshi Kitani, Atsuki Takamoto, Nerhol, Masaya Hashimoto, and others — curated around Kanazawa's samurai-era Zen and tea culture.
Each room has a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, electric kettle, tea set, hairdryer, bath amenities, bath and face towels, slippers, deodorizing spray, humidifying air purifier, and a desk mirror. Separate bath and toilet in all rooms. Deep-soak bathtubs with bidet in private bathrooms.
Self-serve amenity station near the 1F elevator. Grab only what you need: toothbrush, razor, hairbrush, cotton buds, nightwear. Toner sets and shower caps available at the front desk.
Two floors have large shared lounge tables with inset hearths (炉). Guests use them for tea, work, laptop sessions, or just hanging out. Free to use anytime. Complimentary tea is available.
Open wooden deck on the 7th floor with views over Kanazawa Castle Park. Used for yoga and music events on an irregular schedule. Available to all guests.
On-site laundry room with washing machines (¥400) and dryers (¥100). Coin-only (100-yen coins). Useful for longer stays.
Luggage can be stored before check-in and after checkout. Airport delivery service also available.
Bikes available to rent from the front desk. From ¥600 for 3 hours. Ideal for reaching Kenrokuen Garden, Higashi Chaya, and the samurai districts without relying on buses.
No on-site parking. Public parking lots are available nearby — the hotel cannot confirm availability in advance.
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