Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Ishikawa
Summary
Ishikawa Prefecture is full of various attractions such as traditional culture and performing arts cultivated in the history and climate of Kaga Hyakumangoku, seasonal natural landscapes, heartwarming hot springs and hospitality culture, abundance of agricultural produce and festivals rooted in the region. The Hokuriku Shinkansen opened to Kanazawa in March 2015 and is visited by many tourists from Japan and overseas. In "living comfort ranking 2019" which based on the indicators of "safety," "convenience," "comfort," and "richness"; seven cities from the prefecture were ranked the top 20 in Japan, including Hakusan, which was ranked first.
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by plane
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There is also Noto Airport in the Noto area of Ishikawa Prefecture.
From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hourKomatsu Airport
- If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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The other Shinkansen station in the prefecture is Komatsu Station.
From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
2 hours 30 minutesKanazawa Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Kenrokuen garden
"Kenrokuen" is one of the three great gardens in Japan that won three stars in the Michelin Green Guide. Kanazawa Castle Park is a park of the ruins of the Maeda clan of the Kaga-Han. You can enjoy the changing of the four seasons, and illumination for limited time is a must-see!
Senrihama Nagisa Driveway
Here is the only sandy beach in Japan where you can drive along the beach with a passenger car or bicycle. Especially, the drive while watching the setting sun is quite impressive!
Foods recommended by locals
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Sushi
Ishikawa's sushi is served by shop owners who take pride in "This is nonnegotiable", "(I'm) particular thoroughly", and "Second to none". Conveyor belt sushi is also of the highest quality in Japan.
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Japanese traditional sweets
You can enjoy Japanese sweets in Kanazawa with the five senses: "taste," "smell," "tactile," "sight," and "hearing." The most noticeable thing about this is the namagashi which is served in the tea ceremony, and many confectionery stores in Kanazawa handle namagashi.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
Ishikawa Prefecture's climate is characteristic of the Sea of Japan, with not much sun and lots of cold, snowy days in the winter due to the seasonal winds. The plains areas of the prefecture's Kaga region have a relatively mild climate, while the mountainous areas get high snowfall in the winter. The Noto region experiences slightly cooler summers and less snowfall compared to other cities in the surrounding region.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
38,098 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
8,837 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
600 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
580 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
301 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Nepal
Indonesia
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Ishikawa Prefecture: 2,179
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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