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...
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. Whethe...
Culture Kanazawa Handmade Marche 2026 Kim Bergström The Kanazawa Handmade Marche is a celebration of crafts, food, and more, with approximately 1000 booths set to be present at ...
Culture Kanazawa Coffee Festival 2026 Kim Bergström The Kanazawa Coffee Festival brings a variety of coffee shops from across Japan to this culture-filled city.
Culture Tokyo to Ishikawa Veronica Carnevale Journey with me through Tokyo and Ishikawa’s preserved charm, and immerse yourself in Japan’s rich traditions!
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 beau...
Transportation Kanazawa Loop Bus Kim Bergström The Kanazawa Loop Bus operates two routes – the left loop and the right loop – and they cover some of the city's major touris...
Activities A Roadtrip Through Noto Peninsula Tom Roseveare Noto Peninsula, situated in Ishikawa Prefecture on the western coast of Japan, is a destination that captures the essence of ...
Culture Hokuriku Ramen Expo 2026 Kim Bergström 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 ramen...
Accommodation Onomi Village Nathan Eden Located in Nanao, Onomi Village provides a rural getaway where visitors can experience life in a small Japanese village.