Kitamaebune Ship
Kitamaebune are merchant ships that sailed between northern Japan and Osaka from the Edo era (1603–1867) to the turn of the 20thRead more...
A Journey to the Origin of Zen in Japan
One of the most convenient ways to explore the local area is to rent a car on arrival at Kaga Onsen station. Aside from the pleasuRead more...
Soryokan
Soryokan used to be a part of a larger residence that belonged to KUBO Hikobei, one of the wealthiest Kitamaebune shipowners, whosRead more...
Hashitate Fishing Port
Located at the southern end of Ishikawa Prefecture, Hashitate Fishing Port is known as one of the leading fishing ports in the preRead more...
Rosanjin’s Cottage, 'Iroha Soan'
The renowned artist KITAOJI Rosanjin (1835-1959) was a master calligrapher, woodcarver, and ceramicist. His works have been exhibiRead more...
Saké-ist, a specialist of Nihonshu
Passing the main street of Yamanaka Onsen at night, one soon leaves behind the beautifully lit up the Soyu Kiku-no-yu and finds onRead more...