As the Shinkansen (bullet train) speeds out of Tokyo it isn’t long before the snowy white cone of Mount Fuji comes into view. Arguably the world’s most famous volcano, Mount Fuji will be in sight for almost an hour. Snowy landscapes and tile roofs blur as we speed through a country full of old and new delights. We are on our way to Kanazawa, one of Japan’s most distinctive historic cities. With the new bullet train route servicing the area it’s a good time to visit Kanazawa where some of the best gardens, historic districts, and cuisine can found in Japan.