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Traveller’s KIT

Q. 1. How can I reach Kaga City and its area?

1. Kaga is located in the centre of Japan main island, and it is easy to access from Tokyo and Osaka by train or by plane. You can check more information about how to get and around Kaga. (Link)

Q. 2. What is the most attractive point in Kaga?

2. Kaga is a great place where you can enjoy onsen, hot spring, which loved by local people. We have three Onsen towns in Kaga City area, and you can try soyu public bath in each town. Besides, you can see two graceful Japanese traditional crafts, Kutani-yaki porcelain and Yamanaka lacquerware.

Q. 3. I have a tattoo on my body, can I take a bath at a public bathhouse?

3. It was used to be unallowed to people who have tattoos on their body, however, many public bathhouses start to accept overseas tourists with tattoos. A tattoo seal makes you more comfortable when you take a bath at the public bathhouse.

Q. 4. How many days should I plan to visit Kaga?

4. We recommend staying for two days and one night. You can stay one night at traditional Japanese onsen ryokan at Yamanaka Onsen or Yamashiro Onsen or Katayamazu Onsen. Before you check-in, you can take a stroll to a look around towns where Japanese renowned traditional crafts have been preserved by local people.

Q. 5. Which way is the most convenient for looking around Kaga City area?

5. We have CANBUS loop bus for visiting the area of Kaga, however, renting a car makes it easier to explore various places in Kaga. You can find car rental shops near JR Kaga Onsen station. It is also possible to rent bicycles, most of the hotels propose the service and some facilities such as Daishoji Information Centre.

Kaga City Tourist Information Center Kaga Tabimachi Net
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1Kaga City Tourist Information Center Kaga Tabimachi Net

Located in the JR Kaga Onsen Station, the Kaga City Tourist Information Centre Kaga Tabimachi Net is the central hub for tourist information in Kaga Onsen. You can find a variety of information materials (brochures, maps), a free mobile phone charging service (max. 30min.), and other services (copy and fax, free umbrella rental service). Asisstance with tourist guides outside the three hot springs (no one who speaks foreign languages is available). When you arrive at Kaga Onsen Station, feel free to come at the tourist information.

Open: 8:45-17:30
Address: 6-2 Sakumimachi, Kaga, Ishikawa 922-0423
TEL: 0761-72-6678

Yamanaka Onsen Tourist Information Centre
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2Yamanaka Onsen Tourist Information Centre

Yamanaka Onsen Tourist Information Centre is located inside the Yamanaka-za Theatre building. It offers a full range of tourist information. Coin Lockers are available on the women's side of the baths, but suitcases cannot fit in them. Bycicle rental and Nuku-Mobi rental services, an electric rental car that can seat 2 people are available. Please stop by at Yamanaka-za, your base for sightseeing in Yamanaka Onsen.

Open: 8:30-18:00
Address: 1 Yamanakaonsen Yakushimachi, Kaga, Ishikawa 922-0123
TEL:0761- 78 – 5523

Yamashiro Onsen Machinaka Information Centre ‘Ippukuya’
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3Yamashiro Onsen Machinaka Information Centre ‘Ippukuya’

Machinaka Information Centre ‘Ippukuya’ is located nearby Hazuchio-Gakudo. If you have any questions about transportation, looking for information and service for sightseeing in Yamashiro Onsen, but also for Yananaka Onsen and Katayamazu Onsen, please feel free to drop by.

Open: 9:00-18:00, Closed: Every Wednesday
Address : 60 Onsendori, Yamashiroonsen, Kaga, Ishikawa 922-0254
TEL: 0761-77-8270

Katayamazu Onsen Information Center
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4Katayamazu Onsen Information Center

A variety of sightseeing brochures and maps about Katayamazu Onsen can be found in the facility. Luggage storage service (free of charge), bycicle rental and Nuku-Mobi services, an electric rental car that can seat 2 people are available. Feel free to drop by.

Open: 9:00-17:00
Address: 38-3 Katayamazuonsen, Kaga, Ishikawa 922-0412
TEL: 0761-74-1133

Daishoji Information Center
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5Daishoji Information Center

Daishoji Information Center offers a wide range of information on the history, culture, and sights of Daishoji with the help of volunteer guides. In the facility, there are pamphlets and guide maps of cultural and tourist facilities in Kaga City, Daishoji, and a sightseeing video is shown. Bicycle rental service and baggage storage service are available during opening hours. Guides are available but must be booked in advance. Feel free to visit the facility.

Open: 9:00-16:00 Closed: Every Wednesday
Address: 1-9 Daishoji Minamicho, Kaga, Ishikawa 922-0811
TEL: 0761-75-700

Kaga city Promotion short movie
Kaga city Promotion short movie
Kaga Official Promotional Video
Kaga Official Promotional Video
The rich flavors of Kaga’s sake reflect the area’s distinct terroir
The rich flavors of Kaga’s sake reflect the area’s distinct terroir
【公式PV】加賀温泉郷  片山津温泉 (ショートver.)
【公式PV】加賀温泉郷 片山津温泉 (ショートver.)
山代温泉 PRmovie 【short ver.】
山代温泉 PRmovie 【short ver.】
山中温泉オフィシャルムービー Full ver. - four seasons -【Yamanaka Onsen in Japan】
山中温泉オフィシャルムービー Full ver. - four seasons -【Yamanaka Onsen in Japan】
STOP PROJECT NEW SHINKANSENSTATION FOR KAGA
STOP PROJECT NEW SHINKANSENSTATION FOR KAGA
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【ドローン空撮】加賀温泉郷『山中温泉』
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【ドローン空撮】 北前船日本遺産のまちなみ | 石川県加賀市橋立
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【ドローン空撮】日本海の絶景、加佐の岬!(石川県加賀市)