Planning Exploring Kanazawa with Free, Easy Wi-Fi Featured Kanazawa City, with its beautifully preserved Edo-period heritage spanning samurai residences and geisha districts, is a prime candidate..
Culture Culture and Beauty In Ishikawa Prefecture Leslie Taylor I am always on the lookout for locations offering Japan’s famous mixture of beautiful scenery and cultural depth without huge ..
Culture Post-quake Support for Noto Emi Takahata After the 2024 earthquake hit Noto Peninsula, recovery has been slow due to its isolation. Local businesses, like a ryokan in Nanao,..
Culture Discover Kanazawa: A Golden Journey Emi Takahata Kanazawa, Japan’s gold leaf capital producing 99% of the nation’s supply, is a treasure trove of cultural experiences. Whether..
Transportation How to Access Shiramine by Bus Susan May Shiramine is an ancient village deep in the mountains of Hakusan City. Learn how to catch the bus and easily access this beautiful..
Activities A Roadtrip Through Noto Peninsula Featured Noto Peninsula, situated in Ishikawa Prefecture on the western coast of Japan, is a destination that captures the essence of traditional..
Culture Hokuriku Ramen Expo 2026 Mid Oct If you're a ramen fan, the Hokuriku Ramen Expo is an event you shouldn't miss. The four-day expo brings a dozen popular..
Accommodation Onomi Village Nathan Eden Located in Nanao, Onomi Village provides a rural getaway where visitors can experience life in a small Japanese village.