Oriental Brewing

There is something about the madness of entrepreneurship that really inspires me. Throwing all your money into your passion in order to make your dreams come true, even if it may ruin you? How could one not admire that? It is a modern day act of true..

By Anna van Dyk

Omicho Market in Kanazawa

Kanazawa enjoys a fortunate position, perched on the edge of the Sea of Japan. That location means that Kanazawa's kitchens are graced with some of the freshest seafood in the nation. Much of that seafood can be purchased at the Omicho Market, th..

By Mandy Bartok

Nouka Banzai Restaurant Kyo

The city of Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture offers visitors an abundance of riches, from fresh fish caught in the Sea of Japan to unique local vegetables to the stunning handicrafts that have brought the city nationwide fame. There's no better ..

By Mandy Bartok

HOTEL MYSTAYS Kanazawa

Kanazawa is an incredible city vibrant with culture and life. Much like the nearby Kansai region cities, Kanazawa has many physical reminders of Japan's past and more traditional elements with temples, entire districts untouched by the war..

By Charles Colfer

Featured Ryokan

Hotel Hokuriku Koganoi

Located in Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, Hotel Hokuriku Koganoi is a beautiful setting for those looking to unwind at Katayamazu Onsen (hot springs), one of four onsen towns that make up the Kaga Onsen area. The hotel is situated by the shore of L..

By Stefanus Husin

East Teashop District, Kanazawa

In the East Teashop District of Kanazawa, you can experience the feeling of being in old Japan as, having escaped the air raids of the second world war, many of the buildings in this area are the same as they were 450 years ago. With many Edo-era bui..

By Illaura Rossiter

Culture

Kanazawa Castle Park

"You have been to Matsumoto Castle? Then you will not find Kanazawa Castle very interesting. Too new. Too ugly." These were the solemn parting words I received from the owner of the guesthouse I was staying at in the city of Kanazawa. I w..

By Anna van Dyk

Culture

Exploring Kanazawa Buildings

Kanazawa city is one of Japan's most popular tourist sites for both foreigners and Japanese. In addition to famous places such as Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle park, and Chaya-districts, there are many other preserved authentic buildings in t..

By Keigetsu Watanabe