Onsen towns, Edo-period ruins and a thriving fishing industry underpin Kaga’s reputation as a cauldron of captivating surf and turf on Japan’s west coast.
In central Honshu, where Ishikawa Prefecture stretches north into the Sea of Japan, Notojima is a worthy addition to your Japanese odyssey. Charting a traditional way of life, this remote island lends itself with ease to immersive slow living.