The massive influx of foreign tourists has proven to be more bane than boon for the Japanese onsen [hot spring] industry.

An curved arrow pointing right. Kanazawa is the gold leaf capital of Japan. A local shop, Hakuichi, is playing into that reputation with a special treat: gold leaf-covered soft serve. The best ...

And if you want a unique sight, stop by the Jigokudani Monkey Park to see wild Japanese macaques having their own onsen moment ... blooming apricot trees. Kanazawa's Kenrokuen Garden, renowned ...

The third and latest offering is the gilded version. Kanazawa accounts for 99 percent of gold leaf production in Japan. About 60 goldsmiths are based in the prefectural capital and vicinity ...

NOTO PENINSULA – Soaking in the mineral-rich onsen hot spring water, I let out an involuntary sigh of bliss as the knots in my body loosen after a day of travel. Visiting an onsen is a favourite ...