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Gold Leaf Workshop and Culture Walk in Kanazawa

Kanazawa, Japanby From Kanazawa

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Filipino, English

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Overview

This 3-hour cultural experience brings you deep into the shimmering world of gold leaf, an essential part of Kanazawa’s identity. Begin at Sakuda Gold Leaf, where you'll learn about Kanazawa’s long-standing role in gold production and artistry. Try your hand at making your own gold-leaf souvenir during a hands-on workshop. Then stroll through the atmospheric Higashi Chaya District, visiting specialty gold shops and ending with the famous gold-leaf soft-serve ice cream. The tour concludes at the peaceful Utatsuyama Shrine, offering a moment of reflection with stunning city views.

What's included

  • Entrance fee to Geisha Shima Museum
  • Photography
  • Gold leaf ice cream
  • Gold leaf workshop fee

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Sakuda Honten

      1.2 hours

      Sakuda Gold Leaf Museum and Gallery – Learn gold-leaf history and techniques Gold Leaf Workshop – Make your own chopsticks, postcard, or accessory

    2. 2

      Higashi Chaya District

      1.8 hours

      Higashi Chaya District Walk – Visit curated gold leaf shops, craft stores Gold Leaf Ice Cream Tasting – Included treat at a well-known shop Utatsuyama Shrine Visit – Light walk to peaceful overlook above the town

    Meeting and pickup

    Please meet your guide in front of the Kinpakuya Sakuda Gold Leaf Shop and Workshop.

    End point

    We will end the tour with a visit at the Utatsu Shrine, an important spot in the Higashi Chaya District.

    Good to know

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please let me know if you have lactose intolerance or allergies related to dairy products and other sweets

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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