Daruma Dolls, bought at the morning market,
are symbols of perseverance and good luck
The next generation of intrepid travellers take a networking break
during an outing in Wajima
A local train took us to Kaga, where we checked into the Yamashitaya a Ryokan hotel with beautiful, large Japanesestyle rooms (you sleep under comfy futons on the tatami mats on the floor). We spent time soaking in the roof top hot
baths (onsens)–both indoors and outdoors--so relaxing and soothing. A buffet dinner featuring fresh crab was a delicious
way to end the day—but not before another soak on the roof. The next morning we were up very early to enjoy the
onsen. Then, after a ‘bountiful’ breakfast, we explored the local temple around the corner from the hotel and then, a
short walk away, we toured one of the Kutani Porcelain factories and watched an artist in action.
Demonstrating some of the delicate artistry used in Kutani
The historic Kutani Kiln could