Master Artisan Tour

Vibrant hand-dyed kimonos, elegant woodcarvings, lacquered tea caddies embellished with delicate gold leaf - the small city of Kanazawa is a veritable treasure trove of Japan’s most refined craft traditions. Behind unassuming doorways and within private residences, you’ll enter a secretive world to speak with these master craftspeople and see firsthand how they continue to uphold Japan’s artistic heritage in the modern age.

3 days / 2 nights

From $2,150 per person

After arriving at Kanazawa Station, meet your guide for an afternoon of touring the Higashichayagai Geisha District and Kanazawa Castle, two beautiful remnants of the city’s fabulous and fascinating past.

Enter the private studios of Kanazawa’s modern craft masters to hear their stories and observe their creative processes. Using techniques passed down through the generations, these skilled artisans create stunning works of art, from refined ceramics to colorful umbrellas to the region’s famed lacquerware and more.

Walk the cobblestone streets of the Nagamachi Samurai District where the city’s wealthy warrior class built their homes, many of which remain to this day. Enjoy a private tea ceremony before heading to Kanazawa Station for departure to your next destination.

Logistics

Pricing from $2,150 / person

• The price shown above is calculated based on the two people traveling.

• The price includes select meals, all activities, guides, accommodation, and transfers.

• Our Ishikawa tours are customizable, so all itineraries and price quotes are uniquely tailored to our guests.

• The only exact price will be the one you receive in your personalized quotation.