Crafting Tradition: An Immersive Artisans Tour of Kanazawa

Get ready to discover the heart and soul of Kanazawa through its rich tradition of craftsmanship. This exclusive tour offers an intimate glimpse into the world of local artisans, where centuries-old techniques meet modern creativity.

Experience details

• Destination

  Kanazawa

• Category

  Art & culture tours

• Duration

  4 hours

• Mode of transport

  Walking

• Available languages

  Deutsch • English • Français

• Highlights

  • Family friendly

• What's included

  Entrance tickets • Private guide • Kids join for free

Here’s an overview of your tour

Your itinerary

• Meeting point

  Mister Donut Korinbo Shop

• craft shops

  While walking though the charming little streets of Kanazawa, we will make stops at Artisan shops producing and selling local traditional crafts like Fishing Flies Bait, Kintsugi, Buddhist Altar, Origami Paper

• Higashi Chaya

  Discover the most emblematic geisha district of Kanazawa. Higashi-Chaya has many shops selling gold-leaf products, in fact Kanazawa produces 99% of Japan's gold leaf production. The highest quality is called Entsuke gold leaf and is classified Unesco Intangible Cultural Heritage

• The World of Tea Ceremony

  We'll explore the world of Matcha Tea, immersing ourselves in the significance of "Ohi" pottery and "Wagashi" sweets. Ohi-ware, with its unique texture and design, plays a vital role in the tea ceremony, enhancing the aesthetic and sensory experience. Similarly, Wagashi, the delicate traditional sweets, are crafted to complement the tea’s flavors, creating a harmonious balance that is central to this timeless ritual.

• Kaga Yuzen Kimono

  Visit of Kaga Yuzen Kimono Center. Kaga Yuzen is a traditional silk dyeing technique originating from Kanazawa, known for its intricate hand-painted designs that often depict natural motifs such as flowers, birds, and landscapes.

• Craft shops

  Lets explore more artisan shops like Kutani porcelain, brushes, candles, Mizuhiki, Temari balls, Lacquer Ware

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Good to Know

• Tips

  • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
  • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
  • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful

• Included

  • Entrance tickets
  • Private guide
  • Kids join for free

• Not included

  • Insurance
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal purchases
  • Workshops

• Cancellation

  • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
  • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.