Kanazawa Craft Experience: Hands-on Workshops with Local Artisans
Joined 2024
Dive into Kanazawa’s rich cultural heritage with Kanazawa’s Traditional Craft Workshops. Experience hands-on crafting in iconic arts like gold leaf pasting, Kaga Yuzen dyeing, and Kintsugi. Learn from local artisans, create your own masterpiece, and take home a piece of Kanazawa’s history!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Meet-up
- I can meet you at any point in the city.
Higashi Chaya District
Gold Leaf Pasting, Kintsugi, or Kaga Mizuhiki Start in the charming Higashi Chaya District, where you’ll choose from three hands-on craft experiences: gold leaf pasting on various objects, Kintsugi pottery repair with gold, or crafting Kaga Mizuhiki decorative knots. (upon availability)
Kenrokumachi
Conclude your day at Kenrokumachi, where you’ll choose one of the following: try your hand at Kaga Yuzen dyeing on a fabric piece, Kaga Hachiman Okiagari hand-painting a traditional figurine, or create your own small Taiko drum in a fun, interactive workshop. (upon availability)
Ending Point
End of tour
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- Private guide
- Interpretation between guests and local artisans
- Photography
- Experience Fees
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves hands-on crafting, so be prepared to get involved in activities such as gold-leaf pasting, Kaga Yuzen dyeing, or Kintsugi pottery repair.
* Please wear comfortable clothing, as some activities may involve getting your hands or clothing a little messy.
* The workshops are suitable for all skill levels, so no prior experience is necessary—just bring your creativity!
* This tour may involve some sitting and standing for periods of time while you work on your craft, so be sure to take breaks as needed.
* The workshops are designed to be intimate and hands-on, so each session has a limited number of participants. Please book early to ensure availability.
* All materials for the crafts will be provided, and local artisans will guide you step-by-step throughout the process.
* If you have any allergies to specific materials (such as dyes or adhesives), please let me know in advance so accommodations can be made.
* You’ll get to take home your crafted masterpiece, so be sure to have a secure bag for carrying it. Some crafts, like pottery, may need extra care for safe transport.
* The tour may include some walking to reach the various workshops, so please wear comfortable shoes.
* Please let me know if you have any special needs or requests prior to the tour to ensure the best experience for you.
Important message from the supplier
Hello and thank you for your interest in having me as your guide in Kanazawa. I mainly do tours in the city of Kanazawa but can do other nearby cities as well. Please feel free to send me a message and we can talk about making a personalized tour for you. See you soon!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Criselda C.
Hello! My name is Criselda, but friends and family often call me Selda. Welcome to my page and I'm glad you're interested in knowing about the wonderful city of Kanazawa with me. I am originally from the Philippines and I've been living and working in the Hokuriku region for almost 7 years. I definitely consider Kanazawa as my home in Japan. Kanazawa is known for many things including gold leaf, a rich samurai history, its beautiful gardens, delicious seafood, and historic Geiko (Geisha) culture. I would love to introduce these things and so much more! Did you know Kanazawa is also home to the oldest sake brewery in the region? What about the local ceramics and laquerware? You can also participate in different workshops like traditional Japanese sweets-making class, gold leaf pasting, Kaga-yuzen (local kimono brand) painting, and sushi-making using local ingredients. There are many beautiful known spots and a lot of hidden gems in the area and I can't wait to introduce them to you. One of my hobbies is photography and I will surely capture your moments in the city to make your stay extra memorable. I'm excited to meet you in the Golden City, Kanazawa.
$236/ per group
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