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10-Day Winter Workation in Ishikawa: Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go, Noto, and Kaga Onsenのアイキャッチ画像

10-Day Winter Workation in Ishikawa: Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go, Noto, and Kaga Onsen

Working from a Kanazawa Airbnb, I explored Shirakawa-go and the Noto Peninsula on weekends. Marveling at Kanazawa Castle's defensive mechanisms, strolling through snow-laden Kenrokuen Garden, and savoring fresh seafood at Omicho Market—my 10-day winter workation in Ishikawa.

Oirase・Lake Towada (Aomori Prefecture) 2 nights 3 days - Solo trip to fully enjoy the lush greenery - Juneのアイキャッチ画像

Oirase・Lake Towada (Aomori Prefecture) 2 nights 3 days - Solo trip to fully enjoy the lush greenery - June

A solo journey through Okunose's fresh green beech forests in June, an unexpected gorgonzola chawanmushi in Hachinohe, and the thrill of watching scenery unfold from the bus window over three unforgettable days.

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What It Means to Travel

The ¥5 billion spent restoring Kanazawa Castle matched my service's ad budget exactly. That shock sparked my journey across Japan to uncover hidden gems. I also share the secrets behind Shirakawa-go's gassho-zukuri houses.