Local Supporter Fumi Matsuzaki

Local Supporter

Shino Matsuzaki

Kaga Charm Hunter

A person full of curiosity who cannot help but dive into things once interested. Fluent in languages, they also possess a passionate desire to share the culture of Kanazawa and Kaga with inbound tourists. On their days off, they are a local charm hunter, busy discovering new attractions with a camera in hand.

KAI Kaga: A traditional hot spring inn in Kaga where new sensibilities breathe. It has been reopened as a hot spring inn that breathes new life into the historic Kaga traditional architecture and features a newly built guest room wing. The decor, featuring motifs of Kutani ware, Kaga Yuzen, and Kaga Mizuhiki, will vividly color your stay.

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Local Supporter FAQ

What are your recommendations for the Kanazawa/Kaga area (places, experiences, gourmet food)?: It's a classic, but Kanazawa's Higashi Chaya District is a spot I enjoy no matter how many times I visit. It is lined with quiet little general stores and teahouses that you might not notice if you just walk past. It's also perfect for souvenir hunting, as there is a large collection of traditional crafts like unique Kutani ware, lacquerware, and mizuhiki crafts.

Please secretly tell us some hidden gems that only a local would know.: I recommend Hashidate Fishing Port, which is about a 15-minute drive from KAI Kaga. You can enjoy fresh seafood in a relaxed atmosphere while gazing at the rough waves of the Sea of Japan in the distance.
If you take a stroll around the area, you can also enjoy exploring history, such as the museum dedicated to the Kitamaebune ships that supported the Kaga Hyakumangoku. It's a hidden gem that isn't often featured in guidebooks, so it's not crowded with tourists and you can spend a relaxing time there.

Who did you travel with and where did you go last year?: I traveled to Matsumoto in the autumn with my mother. The piano concert I heard in the mellow autumn air left a lasting impression. I've also become hooked on solo travel in Europe, and last year I went to Scandinavia and Spain. I love Sweden and am becoming a heavy repeater.

How do you spend your days off?: I recently bought a car, so before I know it, I'm out for a drive. I'm exploring Kaga by visiting shops I'm curious about or just driving without a destination.

Is there anything you always bring with you when you travel?: My single-lens reflex camera. When I'm sightseeing, I end up stopping many times for photos. I've often been left behind and almost gotten lost before I knew it...