Taste of Kanazawa (Food tasting in Omicho Market & Higashi Chaya)
Overview
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2 hours
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Embark on a culinary and cultural journey through Kanazawa, starting with a vibrant tasting experience at Omicho Market, where you'll savor the freshest seafood, local produce, and traditional delicacies.
Next, stroll through the charming streets of Kazuemachi Chayagai, immersing yourself in the serene beauty of one of Kanazawa’s historic geisha districts, with its picturesque teahouses and rich cultural heritage.
Conclude your adventure in the enchanting Higashi Chaya District, where you'll explore beautifully preserved teahouses, witness the elegance of the geisha district, and indulge in exquisite Japanese sweet tasting. This tour offers a unique blend of flavors, history, and artistry, making it an unforgettable experience in the heart of Kanazawa.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Omicho Market
Omicho Market in Kanazawa is a bustling hub of fresh seafood, local produce, and delicious cuisine. Introduction We will give you an introduction to Omicho Market with a brief history and its importance to Kanazawa. Seafood Exploration We will try some fresh produce here, we'll visit stalls selling fresh seafood such as Crab, Shrimp, Eel, Squid, Octopus and Fugu. You will get the opportunity to taste some of the world-famous delicacies here. Tasting Session We will taste local specialities, sampling food from at least 3 different stalls, taking in the best of the season. Kanazawa Cuisine Your guide will highlight stalls offering traditional Kanazawa dishes with explanations and insights.
Kazuemachi Chayagai
Visiting Kazuemachi Chayagai adds a charming historical and cultural dimension to our food tour. Kazuemachi Chayagai is one of Kanazawa's traditional teahouse districts, known for its picturesque streets and preserved architecture. Integrating a visit to this district will enhance your overall experience by offering insights into Kanazawa’s rich history and traditional culture
What‘s Included
We will try at least 3 different types of food on our tour. Ranging from seafood to local specialties.
All Fees and Taxes
Professional Guide
Local Food Tasting
Drinks
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Taste of Kanazawa (Afternoon)
Taste of Kanazawa (Food tasting in Omicho Market & Higashi Chaya)
Reviews
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great introduction to Kanazawa
326mahak,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were really happy with doing this tour as the first thing we did in Kanazawa. Ian was very helpful and knowledgeable about the history of the city, and we got to see some really nice places.
A treat for your senses !
Therese S,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for a wonderful start to my day. It was an amazing tour and I particularly liked our stop at the Omicho market and the variety of food tastes chosen by our thoughtful guide Sachiko. This market was alive with people, scents and tastes - Sachiko pointed out local vegetables and fish along the way . The geisha district was also fascinating and our visit to the gold leaf artisan workshop was inspiring. Thank you to the Hughes family as well for making this experience so memorable. I thoroughly recommend this tour.
Great value and excellent guide
Y5962WLstephenc,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taste of kanazawa packed a lot in. Sashimi, norogaru?, eel, pork, beef, sushi at omichi then off to geisha district to sample lovely sweets and view gold leaf making. Excellent value and Satchiko was an entertaining and knowledgable guide.
A perfect intro to Kanazawa
Sue C,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a perfect tour to get a feel for Kanazawa and then point you in the direction of things you might like to look into later. The food was delicious and our guide, Saya, was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to
Great visit
zacmacinnes,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sachiko is a wonderful guide and person! This was a great experience and I appreciate all the care that went into making this a rewarding (and tasty!) couple hours.
A good overview and walk...
Max W,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A good overview and walk though of Kanazawa and the geisha district. Well paced and I like how we ended with the gold leaf experience
Fantastic introductory tour to Kanazawa
worldwanderer75,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This was a nice paced introductory tour being guided through the Omicho market and into the Higashi Chaya region. Our wonderful guide, Kenzo selected some regional foods for us to try in the Omicho market (great selection Kenzo) and we even got to try some Fugu (puffer fish). Along the way we learned a little history and some geography. We finished in Higashi Chaya which allowed us some time to explore on our own. I was hoping to try some of the local crab and thought we would be making our own selections but I understand why this would be too difficult for the guide to manage several different people all on their own shopping spree. Definitely start your Kanazawa trip here as it will help you to learn what you will search for in the restaurants during your stay.
Flavorful roadmap !
W4266HJpierres,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This morning we met with Ian, next to the Mister donut, easy meeting point and start of the tour, we quickly enter the market and get a look around the different food available there, Ian is really insightful and makes it really enjoyable! We tried different sashimi and some delicious pork, we continue our trip to the Geisha district and again Ian gives us plenty of detail about the history of the place. We finished by a gold leaf producer, really nice cherry on the top of this tour ! Thank you Ian for this great moment 😄
More than a normal food tour!
Eva L,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Saya was the best!! She showed us so much around Kanazawa, so much more than we had expected. First stop we had a lot of fresh sashimi and good food at the Omicho market, and then a quick snack on the way to the Historic Chaya district, where Saya shared a lot of history about the geisha tradition and also the Shinto religion. We had a lot of fun and regret that we didn’t do this T the start of our trip in Kanazawa so we know what to eat for the rest of our time here!
Fun and interesting food tour
wait57,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very good food tour. We had very generous portions of food at the market and it was great to try such a wide variety of local food. Kensington provided a fun and interesting tour.
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