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.
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.
A brief summary to Ishikawa Local Products Center
- Kenrokumachi, 2−20 2F, Kanazawa, Kenrokumachi, Ishikawa, 920-0936, JP
- +8176-222-7788
- Visit website
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.
Getting There
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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.
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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.
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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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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Ishikawa Local Products Center
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Gankou-Bashi (Flying Geese Bridge)
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Kahoku-mon Gate
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Kaiseki Pagoda
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Sekirei-jima (Wagtail Island)
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Ryuseki
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Northwest Turret Remains
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Kenrokuen Garden Kodatsuno Gate
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Kazuemachi Chaya District
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D.T. Suzuki Museum
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Omicho Parking Lot
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Jimonotei
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Higashi Chaya District
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Nokabanzai Ichibaya Omicho Sohonten
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Geisha House Shima
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Unmissable attractions to see
Gyokusen-en Nishida Family Garden
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Kaga-Yuzen Kimono Center
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Kanazawa Castle Park
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Ishikawa-mon Gate
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Kotoji Toro (Stone Lantern)
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Tiger Stone
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Fountain
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Kasumiga-ike Pond
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Kenrokuen Garden Kamisaka Gate
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Renchi-mon Gate
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Yugao-tei (Gourd Tea House)
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Hashizume-mon Gate
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Suitaki
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Kenroku-en
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Gojukken Nagaya - Kanazawa castle
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Gyokusen-tei
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兼六坂 金澤さくら亭
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Kikantei
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Kenrokutei
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Shiroyamatei
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Atsushi
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Kotobuki
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Miyoshian
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Miyoshian Suitei
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IBIS Restaurant
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Japanese Dining Yamatoku
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Kataori
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Hokusai Graphic
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浪漫
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Hakuichi Kenrokuen Store
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Imai Kinpaku Hirosaka Store
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Museum Shop
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[g]ift
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Maiami - Handmade Gift & Souvenir
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Samurai Gift
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Sanrio
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OLD JOE
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Kurumiya
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粋蓮
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八の福(バー / お茶屋)
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Bar Ame
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スギズバー
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ヨーク
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