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Ishikawa Local Products Center: A Treasure Trove of Local Crafts and Flavors

Discover Ishikawa's cultural heart: local crafts, flavors, and hands-on experiences await near Kanazawa's famed Kenrokuen Garden.

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The Ishikawa Local Products Center, located near Kenrokuen Garden in Kanazawa, is a vibrant hub showcasing the region's rich culture through its crafts, confectionery, and regional sake. With around 70 shops, it offers an immersive experience into the heart of Ishikawa Prefecture.

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Local tips

  • Try the matcha bubbly tea with cake for a unique tea experience.
  • Check for workshops in advance, such as gold leaf decoration or wagashi making, and book ahead.
  • Explore the basement museum dedicated to local sweets for a taste of Ishikawa's culinary history.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Kenrokuen Garden, the Ishikawa Local Products Center is a short walk. Exit the garden near the Kenrokuen-shita bus stop and walk east along Kenrokumachi. The center will be on your right.

  • Public Transport

    From Kanazawa Station, take the Kanazawa Loop Bus (Right Loop or Left Loop) or any of the JR or Hokutetsu buses that stop at Kenrokuen-shita or the 21st Century Museum. From the bus stop, walk east. The bus fare is ¥210. A one-day pass for unlimited rides on the Kanazawa Loop Bus and other local buses costs ¥800.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Kanazawa. A taxi from Kanazawa Station to the Ishikawa Local Products Center will cost approximately ¥1,000 or less. Taxi stands are located outside Kanazawa Station and at major tourist spots.

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The Ishikawa Local Products Center is a commercial facility that highlights many specialty goods and craft products unique to Ishikawa Prefecture. Located close to Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's three most beautiful gardens, the center offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the local culture and traditions of the Ishikawa region. The center features a wide array of local specialties, including sweets from famous confectioneries, handmade tsukuda-ni (seafood, meat, or seaweed simmered in soy sauce and sugar), and traditional crafts. Visitors can find unique souvenirs such as Kaga dolls, Kutani ware porcelain, lacquerware, and dazzling gilded crafts. The center also provides opportunities to create your own traditional confections and crafts, including decorating tableware with gold leaf, etching glass, and making Japanese confections. Beyond shopping, the Ishikawa Local Products Center offers cultural experiences such as wagashi making and painting daruma dolls. You can explore a small museum dedicated to local sweets and their history. The center also has a tourist information counter to assist visitors.

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