Majestic mountain vistas, breathtaking coastal views, and an ambience woven by history and the four seasons -- here you can enjoy the varied flavors of the changing seasons amid historical townscapes. You'll find many things to see, along with convenient access. We welcome you to Chubu, where you're sure to have a thrilling trip!
Ishikawa
The Culture of Kaga and the Scenery of the Sea of Japan, Steeped in an Ambience of Travel
Ishikawa Prefecture is endowed with natural vistas formed by the sea and the mountains. Together with beautiful Japanese culture, its central city of Kanazawa still retains echoes of when it prospered as the castle town of the million-
Major specialty products : Kutani-yaki porcelain, Kaga Yuzen fabrics, oysters, wagashi (traditional Japanese confectionery)
Number one in Japan for : Production of gold leaf, manufacture of lacquerware products, world's longest bench
Sightseeing destinations : Ishikawa Tourism Federation
Nagamachi Bukeyashiki-ato (Nagamachi Samurai Residence Site)
The site of samurai residences for Kaga lords and middle-class samurai warriors. The ochre-colored earthen walls with bushimado (samurai window) recalls the atmosphere of those days. "Komo," which protects the earthen...
Higashi-chaya street
Old houses and traditional style Japanese restaurants line along the streets near the Great Bridge of Asano River. This street is filled with restaurants and has a unique nostalgic atmosphere.
Oyama Shrine
The first feudal lord of Kaga domain, Toshiie Maeda, is enshrined here. In the precinct, there is a stone statue of Toshiie riding on a horse and a stone statue of Matsu. It is noted for its rare Western style "Shinmo...
Nishida Family Garden "Gyokusen-en"
Gyokusen-en is a two-story Ikeizumi-kaiyu style garden that takes advantage of a mountain precipice using the trees of Kenrokuen as a background (about 2380 square meters). The garden was named after Gyokusenin, the w...
Mt. Bunao Observation House
This building was named "Mt. Bunao Observation House" because you can observe Mt. Bunao from here. The large section of Mt. Bunao is designated as the first special district in Hakusan National Park and is a treasury ...