At the tip of Noto Peninsula is the Yoshigaura Onsen (葭ヶ浦温泉) which was first established in 1579. Also, there is only one isolated ryokan (Japanese inn) nearby called, “Lamp No Yado” which was built around 1790 and has always been popular among guests looking for a luxurious onsen that’s secluded with has a great view.…

Noto Peninsula is well-known for its coastal scenery and rural atmosphere and projects north into the Sea of Japan from the coast of the Ishikawa Prefecture. However, getting around the area has known to be quite inconvenient which is why rental cars have been greatly recommended. These can usually be rented in any of the…

The JR West Hanayome Noren is a luxurious and unique sight-seeing train which bears a logo with the Awaji knot. The train is made up of two cars which are designed to characterize the beauty of the region of Hokuriku which includes Wajima lacquerware, Kanazawa gold leaf and Kaga Yuzen silk-dyeing. The train began its…

Ishikawa Prefecture is located on the coast of the Sea of Japan. It is dominated by textile industry, such as artificial fabrics, and machine industry, such as construction machinery. The largest tourist attraction in the area is Kanazawa, which is also the capital of prefecture. But apart from it, there are many more popular destinations…

Autumn and winter are coming but going on an adventures should still be possible in these cold seasons. One place that needs to be experienced is Hoshi Ryokan (hotel and hot spa) – which is considered to be the second oldest hotel in the world with a history of 1300 years of continuously-operating business. History…

My last summer was awesome! Vividly I still remember the moment when I held back my tears as I bid goodbye to my two host families. One week with them was definitely too short, but the memories I have of them will definitely last forever. I could not thank Japan Tent enough for granting me…