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City in Chūbu, Japan
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Kaga (加賀市) is the southern-most city of Ishikawa prefecture, Japan.
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Kitamaebune-no-sato, 北前船の里資料館
Kitamaebune ships followed a shipping route mainly through the Sea of Japan from late Edo Period to the Meiji Period. Built by Chohei Sakatani, a former owner of a Kitamaebune Ship, in 1878 (Meiji 11), this museum is beautifully built and registered as a national tangible cultural assets.
石川県九谷焼美術館
Nestled inside Daishoji's Ko-Kutani-no-Mori Park, the museum artfully displays of a variety of Kutaniyaki Porcela. Visit the second floor tea shop where Japanese tea and sweets are served while you enjoy the beauty of the surrounding gardens.
九谷焼窯跡展示館
Constructed in 1826, the "Kama-ato" (pottery oven) used by the Yoshida Family is displayed here. As well, the history and process of making Kutaniyaki Porcelain are explained in detail and examples of the products and tools used in the process are displayed. Hands-on activities such as painting and pottery making are available.
中谷宇吉郎雪の科学館
Born in Katayamazu, Dr.Ukichiro Nakaya (1900-1962) was a specialist in snow and the first person to create an artificial snowflake. Museum exhibits highlight the works of Dr. Nakaya and give detail explanations of developments in the study of snow and ice.
Large crowds gather to watch local young people smash and burn over 200 bamboo poles. The ritual is believed to drive away disease and encourage a bountiful harvest.
A small-town celebration to welcome spring and enjoy the beauty of the new blossomed cherry trees. Festivities include lion dances and a procession of a portable shrine.
Iris Festival
This festival is the largest in Yamashiro. More than 200 young people carry a portable shrine stuffed with irises through the streets of Yamashiro. In the past, the scent of the irises were believed to ward off evil.
A fireworks display is given every night at Lake Shibayamagata. The fireworks are easily visible from the surrounding areas.
In this lively festival, the people of Iburihashi shoulder two large (5-6 m long) fish-shaped floats made of bamboo frames topped with plaited straw mats and bamboo and make their way through town. Upon reaching the station, the fish "fight" to the cheers of the crowd. The losing float is burned in front of the local shrine to ward off evil spirits. Children are believed to gain luck by standing in the mouth of the winning float.
A smaller scale celebration similar to nearby Kanazawa's Hakumangoku Matsuri, this festival celebrates the traditions and history of the former Daishoji ruling family. The name Jumangoku refers to rice production. Juman means "100,000", and the koku is a measurement of rice production. During this festival an extremely large piece of Kutani pottery is paraded through town.
sweets・factory・jiri
A pleasant little bakery and coffee shop with delectable cakes, tortes & cookies as well as a selection of coffee, tea & juices.
カーサ フォルトゥーナ
ぐらんぱ
A family restaurant with excellent katsudon and other tasty Japanese dishes.
きはちらくはち
A Japanese izakaya with an up-scale atmosphere and a wide selection of well-made food at reasonable prices.
A breath-takingly delicious Italian restaurant.
フェアレディ
English tea shop with a great selection of teas, amazing homemade cakes and sandwiches in an elegant setting. Seasonal concerts are also held here.
白川屋
A mom & pop restaurant which serves up local favorites. English menu available.
Spice is a tasty, SE Asian fusion restaurant with a classy, but comfortable atmosphere. The staff are extremely friendly & willing to accommodate dietary restrictions. An English menu is available and the staff (especially the cook) speak a bit of English. Serving sizes are small, but delicious so prepare to order an appetizer/salad as well as an entree. Course menus are also available. Vegetarian dishes are available, but be clear as to what you can and cannot have (e.g. seafood is often substituted instead of meat unless specified otherwise). This is an excellent restaurant to relax while enjoying the atmosphere and eat at a leisurely pace.
太平すし
Reasonably priced & extremely fresh selection of sushi served on conveyor belts.
遊楽
居酒屋けん
Small izakaya with regional dishes from sashimi to game.
Foreigner-friendly bar with appetizers and strong drinks.
アルファホテル
Renovated with slightly under-sized rooms.
Porcelain dishes & artwork with bright colored glazes not unlike Chinese porcelain.
A stunning example of craftsmanship, yamanaka lacquerware comes in a range of tableware and displays an artistry which blends modern concepts and time-honored traditions.
By train
Kaga has 3 train stations- Iburihashi, Kagaonsen and Daishoji (listed north to south). All are on the busy JR Hokuriku Main Line from Osaka to Naoetsu via Fukui, Kanazawa and Toyama.
Kaga is quite spread out. Sightseeing areas can be reached by car (or bus), but best explored on foot.
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