When you think of Japan, Tokyo usually pops up as the city most travelers should visit, but have you considered the other side of Japan – directly across from Tokyo? In western Japan you’ll find beautiful Ishikawa, a prefecture that mixes Japan’s rural culture with a little big city flair. It’s capital city, Kanazawa, is the perfect mix between city vibes and small-town comfort, all easily accessible by bullet train. How To Get To Kanazawa From Tokyo, Kanazawa is accessible by bullet train or “shinkansen,” bus, car, and plane. ...