Japan Travel Catalog
Hokuriku Region
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Kanazawa
Famous Places
Nagamachi Samurai District
3.24 1Stroll through the former Kaga Domain’s traditional townscape with earthen walls. Nagamachi Samurai Residences.
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Fukui
Nature Spots
Tojinbo Cliffs
3.22 8A Stunning View of Powerful Waves Crashing Against Rugged Cliffs!
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3 Pulse-Pounding Sheer Cliffs
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