Kanazawa's Traditional Artisans

In Kanazawa, explore the city’s renowned arts and crafts scene with a private guide who connects guests with some of the area’s finest artisans. This tour takes visitors into the heart of traditional Japanese crafts, where artists, many from multigenerational families, demonstrate techniques passed down since the samurai era. With stops at the studios of two artisans (selected based on availability), guests can observe the skilled processes behind crafts such as Kaga yuzen dyeing, lacquerware, Kintsugi, Japanese paper umbrellas, or Kaga nui embroidery. The guide provides translation and insights, allowing for conversation with the artists and a closer look at their work. After a break for lunch, the tour continues with some light sightseeing around Kanazawa’s cultural highlights.