As someone who gets carsick, this was a risky decision. I was worried about whether the three-row overnight bus would even run on New Year's Eve (December 31st), the cleanliness of the bus, and the bumpy ride. It did run, and it was very clean (including the toilets). The ride wasn't too bumpy, and each seat had a curtain, providing some privacy. The bus was also quite punctual. The driver and the staff who helped with the luggage were very kind; thank you to them.
The early morning half-day tour allowed us to catch up on sleep on the bus. Because it was early, there were fewer tourists, making it easier to take beautiful photos of Shirakawa-go and avoiding the crowds and difficulty crossing the bridge. It also gave the group members ample time to enjoy the scenery and take pictures. Overall, we were very satisfied.
It's incredibly useful, covering the 21st Century Permanent Exhibition, Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and several smaller art galleries and museums—all in one e-ticket! It's also very easy to use; simply open the QR code page and show it to the staff for confirmation! Perfect for those who want to visit Kanazawa in one concentrated area—highly recommended!
It's convenient, fast, and the process isn't too complicated. You can pre-select a later train to reserve a seat and ensure you have a designated seat. You can also tell the station staff in advance that you can change to an earlier train to get a non-reserved seat!
Great ticket package. A must buy for someone travelling to/from Kanazawa area. Save me and my family about USD15/person
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Ishikawa Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Ishikawa year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 35–56°F, cool and rainy, but with increasing sunshine. Common activities: Flower viewing (e.g., cherry blossoms, tulips), hiking. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, long-sleeved clothing, comfortable walking shoes.
Summer (June–August): Average 64–75°F, warm and humid, with abundant rainfall, especially in August. Common activities: Beach activities, hiking (be mindful of rain). Recommended clothing: Lightweight and breathable clothing, rain gear, sunscreen.
Autumn (September–November): Average 54–68°F, pleasant weather, less rainfall than summer, but rain is still possible. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing, onsen (hot spring) visits, trying local cuisine. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable shoes.
Winter (December–February): Average -2.5–-33.6°F, cold and dry, low chance of snowfall, but low temperatures and strong winds. Common activities: Skiing (requires going to mountainous areas), viewing snow scenery (depending on snowfall). Recommended clothing: Warm thick jacket, hat, scarf, gloves, thermal underwear.
Ishikawa climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 49.1°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1879 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Ishikawa monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
27.5°F
189.9
February
28.2°F
143.8
March
35.4°F
121.4
April
48°F
92.8
May
56.8°F
106.5
June
64.2°F
130.7
July
72.3°F
195.8
August
75.4°F
259.2
September
68.2°F
132.2
October
54.3°F
143.6
November
43.5°F
188.3
December
30.4°F
175.5
Ishikawa weather for the next seven days
1/30
Friday
Moderate or heavy snow showers
29.4°F/15.7°F
1/31
Saturday
Moderate or heavy snow showers
31.3°F/18.8°F
2/1
Sunday
Moderate or heavy snow showers
31.5°F/21.4°F
2/2
Monday
Moderate or heavy snow showers
32.5°F/18.9°F
2/3
Tuesday
Moderate or heavy snow showers
33.7°F/20.4°F
2/4
Wednesday
Moderate or heavy snow showers
37.4°F/21.7°F
2/5
Thursday
Light rain
37.9°F/29°F
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