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Kanazawa: Gold Leaf Craft Workshop in Higashi Chaya District

Kanazawa, Japanby 株式会社箔一

  • 45 min
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 4 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Kanazawa Gold Leaf Experience in the Historic Higashi Chaya District Craft a unique keepsake using Kanazawa gold leaf at Kanazawa Bikazari Asano in the historic Higashi Chaya District. Choose from items such as chopsticks, small plates, accessory boxes, and compact mirrors (subject to availability), then decorate your chosen item with Kanazawa gold leaf under the guidance of our staff. The materials and techniques have been specially prepared so that even first-time participants can enjoy the experience with confidence. Take home your handmade keepsake as a lasting memory of your visit to Kanazawa. Highlights Create your own keepsake using Kanazawa gold leaf Experience one of Kanazawa's traditional crafts Located in the historic Higashi Chaya District Operated by Hakuichi, a maker of Kanazawa gold leaf and traditional craft products Beginner-friendly with step-by-step guidance Take home your finished artwork

What's included

  • Gold leaf workshop fee (experience and materials)

    Itinerary

    Upon arrival at Kanazawa Bikazari Asano in the historic Higashi Chaya District, the staff will introduce the experience. First, choose your favorite item from a selection that may include chopsticks, small plates, accessory boxes, compact mirrors, and seasonal designs (subject to availability). Using Kanazawa gold leaf produced by Hakuichi, you'll decorate your chosen item with step-by-step guidance from our staff. The materials and techniques used in this experience have been specially prepared so that even first-time participants can enjoy the process with confidence. The staff will carefully guide you throughout the experience, making it easy and enjoyable for everyone. At the end of the experience, you'll take home the piece you created yourself—a unique keepsake and a lasting reminder of your visit to Kanazawa. This experience is easy to enjoy while exploring the Higashi Chaya District, making it a perfect addition to your sightseeing itinerary.

    Meeting and pickup

    Look for the building with the white noren curtain at the entrance. Please enter the building and proceed to the 2nd floor.

    End point

    Look for the building with the white noren curtain at the entrance. Please enter the building and proceed to the 2nd floor.

    Good to know

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

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

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