Discovering Kanazawa : Attraction Guide (Japan)

Kanazawa is the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture, on Japan’s central Honshu Island. It's known for well-preserved Edo-era districts, art museums and regional handicrafts 🖼️ With rich craft traditions, distinctive local cuisine, traditional architecture and cutting-edge contemporary art, Kanazawa is a must-visit destination 🌟 This is a comprehensive guide with a list of attractions you can add to your Kanazawa itinerary. For a more personalised experience, order a custom itinerary travel guide package for Japan from my services that is catered to your needs and wants! 🗺️

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1. Shirakawa-Go (白川村)

Entry: FREE

Shirakawa-go

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This isn't located in Kanazawa, but you can access it easily with a bus service within an hour and a half. Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the remote mountains of Gifu Prefecture, offers visitors a glimpse into traditional rural Japan 🇯🇵 Famous for its iconic gassho-zukuri farmhouses, with steep thatched roofs designed to withstand heavy snowfall, the village is a living piece of history ❄️ Although it is famed for the snow season, the village is equally beautiful during other seasons! 🌸Whether blanketed in winter snow or surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage, Shirakawa-go’s timeless charm invites travelers to experience a serene, picturesque side of Japan far from the hustle of modern life 🏔️ The Higurashi Game is also based on this little village and you can find souvenirs and motifs of the game around the village.

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Welcome! 🌸 I’m Waiyan, a Brit living, exploring and learning about the culture in Japan since 2017 🇯🇵🇬🇧 Since then, my passion for Japanese food and culture has continued to grow. So far, I have explored 22/47 prefectures in Japan and I plan to conquer them all 🗾 I love finding and exploring off-the-beaten path locations and local food finds. My recommendations are always up-to-date 🤓 My guides always include a wide range of restaurants and cafes ☕️ 🍱 As well as popular (and hidden) parks, temples, shrines, museums, interesting finds, art, Instagram worthy spots, and more! ⛩️ I love helping travellers discover hidden gems and build connections through authentic experiences. I can also help you plan a trip from scratch to make your Japan vacation stress-free ✈️ Connect with me on social media (IG) : @dearorla Happy travels! 💌📍

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