Kanazawa: Gold Leaf Craft Workshop in Higashi Chaya

【OUTLINE】

Create your own gold leaf masterpiece in Kanazawa’s Higashi Chaya District.
Learn the art of gold leaf crafting in a beautifully restored machiya-style townhouse and take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir.

【HIGHLIGHTS】

• Experience the traditional art of gold leaf crafting in Kanazawa
• Create your own piece with guidance from expert instructors
• Choose from items such as chopsticks, plates, or small boxes
• Enjoy the serene atmosphere of a restored machiya-style building
• Take home your handmade creation as a meaningful souvenir of your trip

【SCHEDULE】

You can choose the start time for this plan. Please choose your preferred start time when you make your reservation.

• Meeting / Gathering
• Choose the item on which you will apply gold leaf
• Create your gold leaf craft with guidance from the instructor
• Completion — take your finished craft home with you

【DETAILS】

Immerse yourself in the art of gold leaf crafting in Kanazawa, a city renowned for its gold leaf production.
Head to the historic Higashi Chaya District and step into a beautifully restored machiya-style townhouse. Enjoy the authentic atmosphere of this historic craft city as you learn from expert instructors.

Begin your workshop with a warm welcome. Choose from popular items such as chopsticks, plates, small accessory boxes, or other seasonal or special items, depending on availability. With the guidance of friendly and knowledgeable staff, learn how to apply delicate gold leaf to your chosen item.
Instructors carefully demonstrate each step, ensuring that even complete beginners can enjoy the process with confidence. See how such a fragile material can transform an ordinary object into something truly beautiful.
As you focus on your work, time seems to slow down. This experience is not only about creating a craft but also about appreciating the calm and mindful atmosphere embodied in traditional Japanese culture.

At the end of the workshop, take home your handmade creation on the same day. Each piece is unique, reflecting your personal touch and becoming a memorable souvenir of your time in Kanazawa.

【THINGS TO NOTE】

• Duration: 1 hour
• Meeting point: The workshop is held on the second floor of a traditional townhouse with Bengara-red walls. The first floor is a select shop featuring local crafts.
• Address: 1-8-3 Higashiyama, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa 920-0831 [MAP]
• Access: Approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Kanazawa Station　
• Minimum number of participants: 1 person
• Language support: English, Japanese
• Included:
  ・Gold leaf workshop
  ・guidance from knowledgeable staff
  ・materials for creating gold leaf items
  ・take-home handmade creation
• Participation requirements:
  ・Adult supervision and assistance are required if young children are participating.
  ・The venue is conveniently located near public transportation.
  ・Please note that the workshop is located on the second floor and is only accessible by stairs (there is no elevator).
• Free Wi-Fi: Yes
• Toilet: Yes (Western-style)

【CANCELLATION POLICY】

Until 72 hours before the experience start time: 0%

From 72 hours before the experience start time to start time: 100%

Cancellation after the experience has started or cancellation without contact: 100%