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No celebrities to photograph.
No guidebook moments.
Just real people, sharing real lives.

Authentic Encounters with Local Expertise, Found Nowhere Else.

Meet artisans and experts who share their everyday lives, in their own words, for authentic encounters and experiences that you won’t find listed in guidebooks. Build unforgettable memories with hands-on workshops led by local artists, home cooks, and more. Discover Japan — and especially Kanazawa — in a way that is ordinarily off-limits to visitors, all in a warm and private at-home atmosphere.

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Artisan Experiences

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Maki-e Gold Decoration

Experience the timeless beauty of a craft refined through more than 1,000 years of tradition.

Yuzen Hand-Painted Dyeing

Create your own Yuzen piece in a mindful workshop — one that brings brightness into everyday life.

Katazome Textile Dyeing

See the world anew, unleash your creativity, and design a one-of-a-kind handbag.

Stencil Painting

Katazome is a versatile Japanese stencil-dyeing art used for fabrics like kimonos. Make your own wrapping cloths (furoshiki) with Kanazawa artist Saki Kitamura, who blends traditional katazome with yokai‑inspired designs for a uniquely otherworldly touch.

Fabric Dyeing

Join us for an unforgettable hands-on fabric dyeing workshop led by Sumire Shinjo, a talented textile artist known for her unique fusion of woodblock printing and wax dyeing techniques.

Culinary Experiences

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Home Cooking

Experience a hands-on workshop in a Japanese household atmosphere.

Bamboo Sushi Family Meal

Take part in a celebratory family meal, prepared for special guests.