Kanazawa is dotted with tourist attractions that offer a rich history and culture, many of which are concentrated in areas easily accessible by bicycle. For this reason, the ‘Machi-nori’ bicycle rental service is an ideal means of enjoying sightseeing. In this article, we will introduce the structur…

When considering accommodation in Kanazawa, you may be wondering which area to book. Even if you search on Booking.com or Airbnb, it is often difficult to understand the characteristics of each area and you may be wondering which is best suited to your travel style. Overview: Kanazawa’s Main A…

Those travelling from Kyoto or Osaka to Kanazawa used to be able to reach Kanazawa simply by taking the Thunderbird limited express train, which offered a direct connection. However, from March 2024, this route will be changed, requiring passengers to transfer to the Hokuriku Shinkansen at Tsuruga S…

When you visit Kanazawa, you should definitely enjoy the local sake of Ishikawa Prefecture along with the delicious food. However, there are so many different types of sake that it can be difficult to know which to choose. That’s why we asked Osawa Sake Shop, a long-established sake shop in Ka…

Perhaps some of you may have arrived at this article after watching a YouTube video. In this particular video, Kanazawa is featured as part of a 14-day journey through Japan’s beautiful tourist destinations. The video is exceptionally well-made, especially the footage capturing the journey fro…

Kanazawa continues to attract visitors with its historic streets and cultural attractions. But in addition to its stay, the Gassho-zukuri village(合掌造り) of Shirakawa-go(白川郷), which can be visited a short distance from Kanazawa, is also a must-see destination for many tourists. Shirakawa-go is the per…