5 REASONS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH KANAZAWA, JAPAN

5 REASONS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH KANAZAWA, JAPAN -  The capital of Ishikawa Prefecture on the west coast of Japan, Kanazawa is a former castle town revered for its well-preserved historical districts, traditional landscaped gardens, and regional handicrafts. Kanazawa means “marsh of gold”. It's said to have earned its name when a farmer discovered gold dust flakes while digging for potatoes. Here, local artisans produce over 99% of Japan's gold leaf which adorn lacquerware, furniture, and temples across the nation, including Kyoto's…