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The northwest part of Fukui prefecture is famous for its dramatic coast, especially the Tojinbo Cliffs. Close by is Oshima Island with some equally impressive cliffs and rock formations. It isn't jus...

A new stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, Fukui is now easily accessible for everyone from Tokyo and Osaka. A short distance from the station is Fukui Castle, the former center of daimyo rule by the Mat...

The Coast of the Sea of Japan has so much variety, from the beautiful golden beaches to beautifully treacherous cliffs. Tojinbo and the northwest area of Fukui is widely known for its dramatic cliffs...

The city of gold and traditional arts, Kanazawa was once one of the wealthiest domains in Edo period Japan. There is no shortage of sights to see here, from its geisha teahouses to the samurai garden...

Beautiful beaches, old temples and shrines and a unique astronautical museum await you in the city of Hakui. Less than an hour north of Kanazawa on the Noto peninsula, this city is truly a slice of r...

A short distance outside of the city center of Kanazawa is Tsurugi, a small town often overlooked by tourists to the area. Tsurugi has 2,000 years of history as an important site for religious worshi...

Located on Sea Japan and with easy access from Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya, Kanazawa is a city that has faithfully maintained traditional architecture and culture while at the same time integrated ...

For travelers looking to explore a more traditional side of Japan, the towns of Shirakawa-go and Takayama offer a great opportunity to immerse yourself in a world that seems far away from the hustle ...

Abutting the remarkable Toyama Bay, Takaoka is a city with a diverse history of over 350 years. Known as the “Kitchen of Kanazawa”, it produced large amounts of food, metal working and pottery. As th...