Day 4 START
Imai Kinpaku Main Store
With a mission to share the allure of gold leaf with future generations, Imai Kinpaku has developed a variety of casual gold leaf products and hands-on experience. At the main store, the guests can enjoy gold leaf crafting—applying gold to items like pins, pouches, or tumblers—as well as the unique activity of gilding soft-serve ice cream. Savor your handmade gold-leaf soft serve while admiring the golden well, Kinpaku Reisen.
10 minutes by car
Higashi Chaya District
With its charming stone-paved streets lined with elegant wooden lattice façades, Higashi Chaya District is one of Kanazawa’s most iconic and picturesque neighborhoods. The main street is filled with stylish cafes, sweet shops, and select stores selling traditional crafts, while the side alleys reveal unique and atmospheric hidden gems. Popular activities include the Traditional Festival Sushi Experience, where the visitors can try their hands at making Kanazawa festive pressed sushi, and the Ozashiki Experience, which offers performances of geisha dance and song.
5 minutes by car
Omicho Market
Omicho Market has been supporting the daily lives of Kanazawa citizens for over 300 years ever since the feudal era. Under a covered arcade, around 170 shops line the streets—offering fresh seafood, vegetables and fruit, prime meat, sweets, and more. The market is also filled with restaurants offering bountiful seafood rice bowls and sushi, along with local specialties like Kanazawa Oden, Kanazawa Curry, and skewered grilled loach.
From Ishikawa Prefecture to Toyama Prefecture
Omicho Market
(Ishikawa Prefecture)
Approximately 50 minutes by car
Zuiryu-ji Temple
(Toyama Prefecture)
Zuiryu-ji Temple
Zen Buddhist temple built by Toshitsune Maeda, the 3rd lord of the Kaga Domain, in memory of the 2nd lord, Toshinaga Maeda. Taking 20 years to complete, its architecture is remarkable: the Sanmon main gate, Butsuden Buddha hall, and Hatto lecture hall are designated as National Treasures, while the Somon outer gate, Zendo meditation hall, O-kuri main kitchen, the covered corridors, and the Dai-chado great tea hall are Important Cultural Properties. Seasonal light-up events are also held throughout the year. With the illuminated Sanmon gate emerging dramatically in the night—a must-see spectacle.
15 minutes by car
Nousaku
Nousaku is a company that brings over 400 years of Takaoka casting tradition from Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, into the modern age. Nousaku manufactures and sells beautifully crafted items. 100% tin sakeware and tableware, brass interior goods, and traditional Buddhist altar fittings are among Nousaku's most prominent pieces. On top of that, they also share the heritage and spirit of craftsmanship through factory tours, hands-on casting experiences, as well as a cafe.
40 minutes by car
River Retreat Garaku
River Retreat Garaku, a small luxury hotel nestled quietly in harmony with the nature of the Jintsu Gorge at the scenic spot where the Jintsu River flows beneath the majestic mountain range. Each room uniquely designed, permeated with its own theme and interior style, creating a sense of excitement and delight. After unwinding in the rustic open-air akaishi stone bath or spa, indulgent in-room retreat awaits. The dinner features a full-course French menu infused with skilled techniques rooted in local Toyama cuisine.
