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5 out of 5 average rating, 540 reviewsTraditional Kintsugi in the city of Gold
An authentic repair technique with natural material Urushi(poison ivy)and Gold. Take a brief journey of Kintsugi, hands-on practice on some potteries, and try gold application on a little souvenir.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviewsSushi & Kanazawa Cooking Class Ai Translation
Learn sushi, dashi, and local Kanazawa dishes from a second-generation master chef with real-time AI translation near the station. Fun, easy, and beginner-friendly! Supports many languages.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviewsExplore the story of a Christian Samurai
Discover the influence of Christianity and Samurai culture in Kanazawa.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviewsShop Kanazawa’s wild grocery stores with a local
Undertake a mini cultural adventure through Japanese grocery stores.
5 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviewsImmerse yourself in the Way of Tea
Experience the history and spirituality of matcha in a cozy, traditional tea house. Of course you can have it, make it and share it . I would happily share several tips that are useful for you.
5 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviewsTaste matcha in a tea ceremony in Kanazawa
Uncover the Way of Tea in Kanazawa alongside a tea instructor.
5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsTry Mindful Calligraphy in Kanazawa
Let a certified calligraphy master teach you how to create your own unique masterpiece.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviewsMeet Kanazawa’s culture in a department store
Explore Kanazawa’s local food, crafts, and souvenirs inside Meitetsu M’za. Discover hidden gems in the depachika with a guided walk and learn about the city’s refined tastes and traditions.
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsCraft Your Own Daruma & Make a Wish in Kanazawa
Craft your own Daruma using kimekomi, a 280-year-old doll-making technique, with silk fabric in a long-established Kanazawa doll shop, and visit a shrine to set your intention and paint its first eye.
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsExperience in Kanazawa: Creating accessories with the kintsugi technique from broken pottery
We will use Kutaniyaki pottery fragments that were broken in the Noto Peninsula earthquake to create a one-of-a-kind kintsugi accessory. This is an experience where even beginners can enjoy creating while listening to stories about the history of Kutaniyaki, a traditional craft of Ishikawa Prefecture, the philosophy behind kintsugi, and thoughts on the reconstruction after the earthquake. You can take the finished accessory home with you. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kanazawasakura7
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New place to stayDiscover Historic Kenrokuen & Kanazawa Castle
This former feudal retreat and the castle's architecture reveal the Kaga Domain's epic story. Go beyond basic sightseeing to uncover deep historical context that solo visitors often miss.
New place to stayDirect instruction from a kendo master who has achieved the highest rank of 8th dan, surpassing extremely difficult challenges. A special samurai experience tour to prepare your mind and body at the Prefectural Martial Arts Hall
This is a special two-hour session where you will receive direct instruction from a kendo master with the highest rank of "8th dan" in the authentic dojo of the Prefectural Martial Arts Hall. First, you will prepare your mind through meditation and then delve deeply into the important "Reiho" and the spirit of martial arts, with explanations in English. After watching a master's impressive demonstration, you will actually hold a shinai and experience the basic stance and men (strike to the head). This is a genuine samurai experience that refines both mind and body.
New place to stayYuzen Dyeing Workshop with a Local Artist
Join a local artist in Kanazawa, hand dye your very own fabric using a traditional technique, and bring home your work. A translator will be there to ensure a smooth communication with the artist!
New place to stayGujo Hachiman: History, Traditions and Crafts
This full-day tour from Takayama to Gujo Hachiman will take you through centuries-old streets, into the realms of ancient castles, and the intricate world of Japanese craft making.
New place to stayPrivate Tea Ceremony at a Traditional Guesthouse
Choose a refined tatami room or an elegant table setting. Prepare your own matcha and enjoy it with delicate sweets. Learn, prepare, and enjoy matcha in peaceful traditional setting.
New place to stayFrom Kanazawa: Tateyama Alpine Route and Snow Wall
Experience the snow walls of Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route, explore the surrounding plateau with stunning views, and visit the traditional trail entrance and shrine to Enma, the god of the underworld.
New place to stayKurobe Gorge, Unazuki Onsen, and Shomyo Falls
Ride on the trolley train across spectacular Kurobe Gorge, experience a hot spring town with foot baths and healing buddhas in Unzauki Onsen, and, finally, visit breathtaking Shomyo Falls.
New place to stayEiheiji Temple and Fukui City Castle Town
Walk around the castle town of Fukui, learning about its history from your guide. Then visit Eiheiji Temple, with its beautiful mixture of centuries old cedar trees and Japanese architecture.
New place to stayKanazawa: Gold Leaf, Japanese Sweets & Ninja Stars
Experience the culture of Kanazawa first-hand, by trying out using gold leaf, making your own Japanese sweets, and also getting a chance at throwing ninja stars.
New place to stayDay trip to Shirakawa-go & famous places in Hida
While feeling the soul of Hida, a one-day trip around World Heritage "Shirakawa-go", one of top three morning markets in Japan, and historic castles.