The 3 Geisha Districts of Kanazawa
15.02.2023
It's not enough to say, "I want to visit Kanazawa's geisha district," as the Japanese castle town has three! Here's how best to enjoy each one.
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Tsubajin: From the Katana to Cuisine
02.12.2022
At Tsubajin, the intricate skill of the sword-guard artisan is now dedicated to providing one of the most refined experiences in Kanazawa dining.
Kanazawa Curry: Not Your Basic Japanese Curry!
25.11.2022
You wouldn't expect Japanese curry to be representative of food culture in Kanazawa, but this thick, rich curry is one you must taste for yourself!
Yasaburo, Traditional Japanese Cuisine
15.11.2022
Built within a renovated machiya Yasaburo expertly balances the traditional and the contemporary that even comes through its traditional Japanese cuisine, the dinnerware and the selection of sake. The best seats are at the counter close…
Shirakawago & Beyond: Farm Villages of the Japanese Alps
21.10.2022
From the convenient and historic castle town of Kanazawa, visiting Shirakawago and other Japanese mountain farm villages is any easy trek and a winter must.
Yokoyama: A Hidden Gem of Japanese Dining in Downtown Kanazawa
16.08.2020
"My style isn’t that of Tokyo or Kyoto. My way is Kanazawa." No eye-catching sign will guide you to the secret fine dining restaurant, Yokoyama in Kanazawa.
Double Indulgence! Fluffy Souffle Pancakes in Japanese Townhouses
16.07.2020
What's more Japanese than a fluffy, wiggly wonderful souffle pancake? How about diving into on in a traditional Japanese machiya in Kanazawa's oldest homes!
Kanazawa’s Cooking Class: From Fish Market to the Kitchen
19.02.2020
family friendly Japanese food Japanese living tours We’ve talked a bit about Kanazawa’s famous fish and shopping market before: Hiroshi gave us his recommended spots to sample as you go in Omicho. It’s excellent if you li…
A Legendary Sushi Shop in Kanazawa: Komatsu Yasuke
05.01.2020
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Breakfast in Kanazawa: Where to get that early bite!
13.11.2019
With few places in Kanazawa to breakfast, we're lucky to have some so delicious! Our top picks for the morning meal, both Japanese and Western...
Sushi, Sake & Japanese Cuisine at Sushi Issey
07.06.2019
One of Kanazawa's newest sushi-ya shops, Sushi Issey, prepares delicious, high end sushi and seafood with a French flair and a selection of sake and wine.