Japan Society of Boston Meets Allen Wan (Ishikawa, 1990-1992)
In partnership with Japan Society of Boston, USJETAA is proud to share the JSB Meets JET Alumni interview series which explores the JET experience across Japan.
In January of 2026, Japan Society of Boston got to know Allen Wan (Ishikawa, 1990-1992).
What are some of the things your prefecture is known for? e.g. food, hotspots, etc.
Ishikawa's capital city Kanazawa is known as "little Kyoto" because of its rich history and culture -- and the fact that it wasn't bombed during World War Two. Its most famous tourist sites are Kenrokuen Garden, the Oyama shrine and the Samurai district, where I lived in a tiny apartment the size of a closet.
Back then, Kanazawa was a hidden gem little known outside of Japan. That's not true today, though it doesn't get the overtourism you see in Tokyo and Kyoto. My favorite spot isn't a place, but a restaurant called "Dainana Gyoza" near Kanazawa University which has been around for several decades and has the best Chinese-style dumplings in the world. But please don't go as you'll just spoil it for everyone!
