10 Essential Things to Do in Kanazawa, Japan
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Do you like Kyoto? I do, which is why I enjoyed Kanazawa. It’s affectionately called “Little Kyoto” for its beautifully preserved neighborhoods, its sprawling landscaped garden, and handful of interesting museums.
I was drawn to Kanazawa after reading about its popularity with domestic tourists. It exudes the charm of Kyoto minus the crowds, which is always a good thing. Like Kyoto, Kanazwa escaped destruction from air raids in WWII, leaving its atmospheric samurai and geisha entertainment districts remarkably intact.
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