Ishikawa Food Experiences(7)

Explore Kanazawa, the largest producer of gold leaf (kinpaku) in Japan. Visit a gold leaf factory, explore the Higashi Chaya Geisha district, make a set of gold chopsticks, & enjoy Kanazawa gold leaf treats (takoyaki & ice cream).

Accompanied by a multilingual tour guide, the hustle and bustle of the 300-year-old Omicho’s Market becomes a lot less intimidating. Browse the historic market and pick up ingredients, then head to the instructor’s house for a Japanese cooking class.

Learn about the world of geisha in Kanazawa! This guided night tour will take you to Higashi Chaya & Kazue Machi geisha districts, where you’ll learn about geisha culture. End the night at a local restaurant with a full-course Japanese meal.

Relax on a one-night escape at Matsusaki Ryokan in Nomi City, Ishikawa. Unwind in a cozy room with a private hot spring bath, enjoy a kaiseki dinner & washoku breakfast, explore the nearby Tatsunokuchi Onsen, & experience a Japanese tea ceremony.

Discover tranquility at a traditional Japanese ryokan in Ishikawa! Unwind in a private room with a hot spring bath, savor a kaiseki dinner & seasonal breakfast, soak in Awazu Onsen, & learn into the meditative art of Shakyo script-writing.

Relax with an overnight stay at Kaga Onsen in Ishikawa! Enjoy a room with a private onsen, luxurious kaiseki dining, a Japanese breakfast, sake tasting, & a gold-leaf crafting workshop.

Touring Kanazawa on a bike is a breeze! Cycle through historic landmarks, the geisha district, and scenic mountainside paths at a leisurely pace. Then, have a lunch of local Kanazawa fermented foods and learn about katanas.