Kanazawa: Gold Leaf Craft Workshop in Higashi Chaya

Create your own gold leaf masterpiece in Kanazawa's Higashi Chaya District. Learn the art of gold leaf crafting in a restored machiya-style building and take home a unique souvenir.
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 Kanazawa machiya-style building. 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.

Watch as instructors carefully demonstrate each step, ensuring that even complete beginners can enjoy the process with confidence. Marvel at how such a fragile material can transform an ordinary object into something truly stunning.

As you focus on your work, notice how time seems to slow down. The experience is not only about making a craft but also about appreciating the calm and mindful atmosphere that traditional Japanese culture embodies.

At the end of the workshop, take home your very own handmade creation on the same day. Each piece you create is unique, reflecting your personal touch, and becomes a meaningful souvenir of your time in Kanazawa.

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