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"Why is Kanazawa so famous for gold leaf?" As a local guide in Kanazawa, this is one of the questions I hear most often from international visitors. Walk through the city and you'll quickly notice gold leaf everywhere — gold leaf ice cre...

Planning a trip between Kanazawa and Takayama? You're not alone. Many travelers visiting central Japan wonder: How do I get from Kanazawa to Takayama? Is the bus or train better? How long does it take? Is renting a car worth it? What's t...

Planning a trip between Kanazawa and Kyoto? You're not alone. One of the most common questions travelers ask when exploring central Japan is: How do I get from Kanazawa to Kyoto? How long does it take? How much does it cost? What's the e...

“Kyoto or Kanazawa — which one would you recommend?” As guides at Amazing Tour Japan, this is one of the questions we hear most often from international travelers. My name is Momo, and I work as a local guide and writer in Kanazawa. At A...

AMAZING TOUR JAPAN Samurai Challenge Why did the Maeda family spend huge amounts of money on gardens and culture instead of building a larger army? CHAPTER I The Answer The Maeda family invested in gardens, tea ceremony, crafts, and cult...

Gifu Cormorant Fishing: Quick Guide for First-Time Visitors If you are searching for “Cormorant Fishing” in Japan, Gifu’s Nagara River is one of the best places to experience it. Cormorant fishing, known as Ukai in Japanese, is a traditi...

Looking for the best walking tour in Kanazawa? Hi! I’m Aiko, a local guide at Amazing Tour Japan. I’ve guided travelers from all over the world through Kanazawa’s samurai districts, gardens, castles, and hidden local streets. One of my f...

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Step into a Real Samurai House in Kanazawa Exploring a samurai house in Kanazawa is not just sightseeing — it’s stepping into real Japanese history. Unlike modern cities, Kanazawa still preserves authentic samurai residences from the Edo...

Looking for the best way to enjoy Kanazawa at night? Many travelers visit Kanazawa for its beautiful gardens and historic districts, but when the sun goes down, it can be surprisingly difficult to find something truly local and memorable...