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Out of the past

Historically isolated, Kanazawa’s economy is expanding thanks to a new rail link to Tokyo. But its inhabitants are determined to preserve the city’s unique traditions and distinctive architecture.

  • Issue #84
  • 10 min read
Out of the past
Architecture

Art house scene

A Japanese couple’s search for a home led to a love of traditional living and local architecture. They also found that, in their cultured town, older buildings are disappearing at an alarming rate.

  • Issue #81
  • 4 min read
Art house scene

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