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Activities
Handcraft Experience
Ishikawa
Kanazawa
Would you like to create an original gold leaf craft that is one of a kind in the world?

[Higashi Chaya District] Try Out Kanazawa's Traditional Craft of Applying Gold Leaf to a Small Box - Ishikawa

5(1)
USD13.98(JPY2,000)

  • A confirmation email for your reservation will be sent to you within 48 hours.
    *If your reservation cannot be completed, WAmazing Play will process your refund.
  • Required Time:
    60minutes
  • Reservation Time:
    09:00 / 10:30 / 13:00 / 15:00
  • Supported Languages:
    Japanese / English
  • Popular Spots:
    Kanazawa
Participants(Min.):
1 Person
Participants(Max.):
30 People
Min. Participants Required For Activity:
1 Person
Payment Method:
Credit Card (VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/JCB)
Fee:
Small Box (Aged 4 years and above) USD 13.98
Age (Min.):
4 years old
Parent/ Guardian Required:
Under 12 years old
Cancellation:
Yes
Booking deadline:
4 days prior by 17:00

Activity

This is an experience of applying gold leaf to small boxes

The gold leaf used is produced by our in-house gold leaf artisans. It has a thickness of just one ten-thousandth of a millimeter. We invite you to admire the skill of our artisans.

You can make your own personalized item

Our staff will offer thorough explanations. People of all ages, from young children to the elderly, can participate.

The only city in Japan where gold leaf is made

Kanazawa City is also known as the city of gold leaf. With a history of over 400 years in gold leaf production, the traditions are still upheld to this day.

Visitors are also welcome to tour the workshop

Please take a moment to observe our traditional techniques.

It is located just a short distance from Higashi Chaya District, a popular sightseeing area in Kanazawa!

The Higashi Chaya District is a charming area with cobblestone streets lined with traditional townhouses, reflecting the rich culture of Kanazawa's traditions and arts.


Schedule

  • Arrive at the store / Reception

    Arrive at the store by your reservation time and check in. Please present the My Page reservation screen at the reception.

  • Explanation of the activity

    Our staff will provide a simple explanation

  • Activity details

    Please create your own design (we have provided a design template for you)

  • Gold leaf application completed

    You can put the completed item in the box and take it home on the same day. We will also provide you with important notes.

  • End of the activity

    At Gold Leaf Sakuda, we have a diverse selection of handicrafts and products made with gold leaf. Feel free to enjoy shopping after your activity.


Included in the Fee

Small box (10.5×10.5×5.5cm, made of resin)
10% off shopping coupon (valid only on the day of the activity. Some items are not eligible)

Ratings / Reviews

5(1 review)
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5
23/10/2024 · Family (with kids)
Late review (visited in late October 2024) The store is conveniently located at Higashiya Tea Street. You can go directly to Kanazawa Station or have breakfast at Omi Town Market first and then take the bus there. When you arrive at the store, the store clerk will take you there. One thing to note when registering for the workshop is that the clerk writes "Wamazing" when writing down the name of the registrant. It is not your registered name. Please confirm the content of the email again. They also have a record book to collect this information. After confirming the name and pasting After that, the instructor will arrange seating, depending on the complexity of your design. Basically, most customers will stay for 30 to 60 minutes. After completion, you will be given a 10% coupon to use to buy things in the store. Overall, this gold foil experience is For fun, I prefer small boxes because you can draw more patterns on chopsticks. The space for painting is too small. Because the customers who come to the store are not only Japanese, the staff also understand English and Mandarin, and they are more enthusiastic. You can also understand a little Japanese. You can learn more about the culture of gold foil from the instructor or store clerk

Meeting Place

Gold Leaf Sakuda

1-3-27 Higashiyama, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa

Directions

Nearest StationKanazawa Station

Directions to Nearest StationHokuriku Railway Kanazawa Castle Town Loop Bus: Get off at Hashibacho from Bus Stop No. 7 (clockwise route) and walk for 3-4 minutes / about a 20-minute walk

Destination by TaxiGold Leaf Sakuda (Main Store)


Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation

Notes

[Supported Language]
English

[Directions from Kanazawa Station]
Hokuriku Railway Castle Town Kanazawa Loop Bus: Operates every 15 minutes.
From Bus Stop No. 7 at Kanazawa Station East Exit Bus Terminal, if you're taking the clockwise route, get off at (4) Hashibacho (Higashi/Kazuemachi Chaya District), or if it's the counterclockwise route, get off at (11) Higashiyama 3-chome.
It's about a 5-minute walk to the Higashi Chaya District from either bus stop. Note: The clockwise route arrives faster.

Hokuriku Railway Route Bus:
From Bus Stop No. 7 at Kanazawa Station East Exit Bus Terminal, take a bus bound for Hashibacho and get off at Hashibacho. It is about a 5-minute walk to the Higashi Chaya District.

JR Bus:
From Bus Stop No. 4 at Kanazawa Station East Exit Bus Terminal, take a bus that passes through Hashibacho or Higashiyama and get off at the same bus stop. It is about a 5-minute walk to the Higashi Chaya District from either bus stop.

[Parking]
Available

Organizer

Gold Leaf Sakuda Co., Ltd.

1-3-27 Higashiyama, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa


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