Welcome to Ishikawa Prefecture.
Framed by the Sea of Japan and the sacred peaks of Mount Hakusan, Ishikawa is blessed with picturesque landscapes, a rich food culture nurtured by such nature's bounty, and honed crafts passed down through generations of skilled hands.
Rooted in the legacy of the Kaga Domain, life here continues to be shaped by a sensitivity towards the beauty of the mundane. In this guide, we invite you to venture beyond Kanazawa and discover Ishikawa's distinctive landscapes and experiences, offering ideas to enrich your journey and deepen your appreciation of the region.
Historic Villages & Living Craft Traditions
Centered around Kaga Onsenkyo, this region is home to historic villages, scenic landscapes, hot spring towns, and living craft traditions such as Kutani ware and Yamanaka lacquerware—all woven naturally into everyday life.
Having escaped the wave of excessive commercialization, Kaga offers encounters with calm scenery and warm people. Here, you can enjoy a journey offering depth and subtlety, surrendering to charms that unravel as softly as gentle whispers.
Journey Through Time in Kaga
"Spreading out at the foot of the sacred Mount Hakusan, the Hakusan area offers a place to immerse yourself in the richness of Ishikawa's naturescape."
Hakusan AreaCycling Through Hakusan
A special experience to explore at your own pace
Lush Satoyama Hills
Cycling through this landscape is a special experience, allowing you to explore lush Satoyama hills, gorges, crystal-clear rivers, and townscapes shaped by centuries of spiritual devotion, all at your own pace.
Townscapes & Devotion
Discover townscapes shaped by centuries of spiritual devotion, set against the sacred Mount Hakusan.
E-Bike Accessibility
With an e-bike, even the rolling terrains can be covered with ease, letting you take in the scenery, sounds, and scents with all five senses.
This day-trip cycling journey set against Mount Hakusan is ideal for travelers who want to experience Ishikawa’s nature and culture in a multidimensional way.
Cycling Day Trip from Kanazawa to Hakusan
Explore Ishikawa in Greater Depth
For those who would like to explore Ishikawa Prefecture in greater depth, we recommend visiting the official tourism website. Available in multiple languages, it clearly introduces highlights by areas, seasonal attractions, and a wide range of cultural, natural, and hands-on experiences.
From the early stages of planning to during your stay—and even when thinking about your next visit—the website serves as a comprehensive guide to discovering Ishikawa.
Visit ishikawatravel.jp