On a visit to Japan’s old Samurai town of Kanazawa, we experience traditional Japanese arts, modern art and architecture, and one of the most iconic Japanese gardens. For our Japan guidebooks, we get really close to the old traditions. A subtle smell of incense wafts from the cone on the small plate. But does it really smell any different from that on the other small plate? The town of Kanazawa is a regional centre on the so-called backside of Japan, but the Hokuriku Shinkansen (super express train) makes it easy to reach this little gem of Japanese culture and tradition. Read in this travel blog article about local specialities, the ancient Incense Ritual, gorgeous gardens and a philosophy museum!
