About Kanazawa
Kanazawa city is renowned as a treasure trove of history, tradition, culture, fine cuisine, and craftsmanship.
History and Culture
Kanazawa flourished as a cultural center during the Edo period and was known as Kaga Hyakumangoku. In 2009, it was designated both a First-Class Historical City and a UNESCO Creative City. The iconic Tsuzumi-mon Gate at Kanazawa Station symbolizes traditional Noh drums.
Top Attractions
Kenrokuen Garden: One of Japan’s most beautiful gardens
Kanazawa Castle: A historic symbol of the city
Omicho Market: A lively market loved by locals for over 300 years
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art: A showcase of modern art
Traditional Arts & Crafts
Explore Kanazawa’s famous crafts like Kutani porcelain, Kaga Yuzen silk dyeing, and gold leaf. Enjoy performances of Noh, Kyogen, and traditional festivals like ladder acrobatics and lion dances.
Local Food
Kanazawa is famous for fresh seafood from the Japan Sea. Enjoy sushi, sashimi, and local specialties throughout the city.
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Travel Japan
When you are planning your trip to Japan you should first visit the JNTO (Japan National Tourism Organization) website.
In particular, a VISA may be required to enter Japan.
Read JNTO site and MOFA site carefully to find out if you need a VISA.
An official invitation letter will be issued upon request only if required for administrative procedures, and only after the confirmation of payment for registration fee. However, this invitation does not imply any financial or other obligation on the part of the ISINIP2026 Organizing Committee.
Access to Kanazawa
by PLANE
There are no direct flights from major international airports such as Narita Airport, Kansai Interantional Airport, or Chubu Centrair International Airport to Komatsu Airport. If you arrive at one of these airports, you will need to either transfer to Haneda Airport or use the rail transportation options listed below.
For information on how to transfer from Narita Airport to Haneda Airport, please refer to this article.
The bus fare from Komatsu Airport to Kanazawa Station is 1,300 JPY. For more details, please refer to this link.
by TRAIN
- The fare from Tokyo Station to Kanazawa Station by Hokuriku Shinkansen (Kagayaki or Hakutaka) is 14,580 JPY (7,480 JPY for the base fare and 7,100 JPY for a reserved seat).
- The fare from Osaka Station to Kanazawa Station via the Thunderbird Limited Express and the Hokuriku Shinkansen (Tsurugi) is 9,610 JPY (4,840 JPY for the base fare and 4,770 JPY for a reserved seat).
- The fare from Nagoya Station to Kanazawa station is 10,050 JPY (4,510 JPY for the base fare and 5,440 JPY for a reserved seat in total).
- If you plan to travel around Japan by train before or after the symposium, it might be a good idea to consider purchasing a JAPAN RAIL PASS.
Accomodation
Registration fees do not cover accommodation and travel. Participants are requested to book their own accommodation well in advance. There are many inexpensive to luxury hotels in the area around Kanazawa Station and in Korinbo (city center). To get more information on the availability of hotels in Kanazawa, please visit the website of Kanazawa City Tourism Association and OTAs (Online Travel Agency).
Useful Information
Official language
The official language of the ISINIP2026 is English. No translation will be provided.
Liability and Insurance
The Organizing Committee cannot accept liability for personal accidents, or for the loss of or damage to personal property belonging to participants or accompanying persons. Participants are strongly advised to obtain their own travel and health insurance for the duration of their trip.
Health and Emergency
In case of an emergency, both landline and mobile phone users should call Japan’s emergency numbers: 110 for police, or 119 for ambulance, fire.
Currency and Money Exchange
The currency in Japan is the Yen (JPY, ¥).
In Kanazawa, foreign currency exchange is only available through exchange machines at a limited number of banks and hotels.
We recommend exchanging currency at your arrival airport in Japan, such as Narita or Kansai International Airport.
Please note that there will be no currency exchange facilities at the congress venue.
Most credit cards allow cash withdrawals from ATMs. Japan has an extensive network of ATMs (Automated Teller Machines). ATMs are available at Kanazawa Station next to the conference venue and throughout the city.
Local Time Zone
The time in Japan (JST) is GMT + 9 Hour.
Climate
Late June in Kanazawa falls during the rainy season, so there are many rainy days. Daytime temperatures typically range from 25°C to 30°C, while nighttime temperatures are around 20°C to 22°C.
Electricity
The voltage in Japan is 100 volts, which differs from that of North America (120V), Central Europe (230V), and most other regions of the world. Japanese electrical plugs and outlets are similar in shape to those used in North America.
The frequency of electric current in Japan is 50 Hz in the eastern regions (including Tokyo, Yokohama, Tohoku, and Hokkaido) and 60 Hz in the western regions (including Kanazawa, Nagoya, Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Shikoku, and Kyushu). However, most electrical equipment is not affected by this frequency difference. A possible exception is timing devices, such as certain clocks.