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Working from a Kanazawa Airbnb, I explored Shirakawa-go and the Noto Peninsula on weekends. Marveling at Kanazawa Castle's defensive mechanisms, strolling through snow-laden Kenrokuen Garden, and savoring fresh seafood at Omicho Market—my 10-day winter workation in Ishikawa.
A solo journey through Okunose's fresh green beech forests in June, an unexpected gorgonzola chawanmushi in Hachinohe, and the thrill of watching scenery unfold from the bus window over three unforgettable days.
The ¥5 billion spent restoring Kanazawa Castle matched my service's ad budget exactly. That shock sparked my journey across Japan to uncover hidden gems. I also share the secrets behind Shirakawa-go's gassho-zukuri houses.