Almost all of Japan’s gold leaf is beaten in Kanazawa, so a gold-leaf workshop in Higashi Chaya is the obvious pick. The Maeda lords spent on crafts rather than armies, and Kaga Yuzen silk, mizuhiki cord and lacquer still come out of the city’s back streets.
In Kanazawa, the Private Ring Craft Experience offers a captivating opportunity to create personalized jewelry, leaving you with a unique and...
Most Popular★ 5.0“Fantastic experience, lovely staff and little extra Touches that made it special. Would recommend it to those interested in something a bit different”
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22 reviewsFrom $21.68by aisorashi--
Discover Kanazawa’s gold leaf craft workshop in Higashi Chaya. Create your own gold leaf souvenir guided by friendly experts within historic machiya surroundings.
★ 4.7“We really enjoyed this activity. Yamamoto was friendly and an excellent teacher. With skill and patience, she helped us apply gold and silver leaf to our chopsticks and tray. Lovely souvenirs of our trip to Kanazawa. Highly recommend”
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Lose yourself in Kanazawa's captivating past on this immersive half-day historical walking tour, where you'll uncover the city's hidden gems and savor local flavors.
★ 4.5“Our Guide Tetsuya was very friendly and knew a lot about Kanazawa, as it is his hometown. Although it rained a bit today, we enjoyed the tour and got a lot of information about the city. We could ask any question and at the end…”
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12 reviewsFrom $75.12by MagicalTrip Inc.
Discover the art of Mizuhiki in Kanazawa! Join our small-group workshop in 2024 and create stunning traditional Japanese crafts. Book now and unleash your creativity!
★ 5.08 reviewsFrom $50.17by Mizuhiki Accessory Workshop Kanazawa Kurumi
Discover Kanazawa’s beauty and craftsmanship on this 3-hour walking tour, featuring historic sites, stunning gardens, and a hands-on Kaga Yuzen dyeing experience.
★ 5.0“Really fun to enjoy a treat and a craft alongside beautiful scenery and history! Our guide Sachiko was very fun to spend a few hours with!”
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8 reviewsFrom $64.83by Kanazawa Tours
Experience the calming art of Kintsugi in Kanazawa with this hands-on workshop. Craft your own piece, learn traditional techniques, and embrace imperfections.
“This experience is offered in an arts hub by a very friendly group. My master craftsperson Lin Kiyose was informative and patient with me and answered all my questions. The owner of the hub generously showed me other artists’ work and gave me the address…”
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5 reviewsFrom $143.08by IN KANAZAWA HOUSE
Discover Kanazawa's samurai and geisha culture on a 4-hour immersive walking tour featuring historic houses, crafts, traditional cuisine, and secret temples.
★ 5.0“Was an extremely interesting tour. Tomo had a lot of local and historical knowledge that I thoroughly enjoyed. Fully recommend.”
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2 reviewsFrom $92.50by MagicalTrip Inc.
Explore Kanazawa’s cultural gems in a 9-hour guided tour featuring Natadera Temple, traditional crafts, and a mesmerizing geisha dance in Yamanaka Onsen.
★ 5.0“Mike was an amazing tour guide. He was knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure we had a great day! Every part of the tour was a highlight.”
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1 reviewsFrom $200.36by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)