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Kanazawa Gourmet Tour

Explore Kanazawa’s Life & Gourmet

Take a leisurely stroll through Katamachi with an OMO Ranger and discover the everyday life of Kanazawa’s locals. From the lively Katamachi shopping street to the quiet samurai residences, your guide will reveal the untold stories behind the area’s roots — connections between food, local traditions, and crafts that even residents may not know. Learn how Kanazawa’s culinary and artisan culture has evolved over centuries, and get inspired by OMO’s unique gourmet recommendations to choose tonight’s perfect dinner spot.

What's the Kanazawa Gourmet Tour?

“Masshi” in the Kanazawa dialect means “give it a try.” The Kanazawa Gourmet Tour is a 45-minute stroll guided by an OMO Ranger, offering a taste of Kanazawa’s everyday life. Wander through local shops, cozy izakaya bars, and softly lit backstreets while discovering how the people of Kanazawa live, eat, and connect with their community. This short journey lets you experience the city’s authentic charm through its food, warmth, and local culture—a walk that reveals the real heart of Kanazawa.

Period

All year

Time

4:00 PM

Duration

Approx. 60 min

Contents

Guided Tour

Prices

Free of charge

Capacity

Up to 10 participants

Meeting spot

1st Floor – in front of the Go-KINJO Map (please arrive at least 5 minutes before departure)

Hosted in

Japanese and English

Booking period

From 6 months prior to the tour date until 10:00 PM on the previous day

Notes
  • The tour may be canceled in case of bad weather.

  • The final decision on whether the tour will be held is made at 2:00 PM on the day.

  • If canceled, participants (reservations) will be notified directly.

  • Guests with strollers or accompanying pets cannot join the tour.

  • Meals are not included in the tour.

Gourmet Katamachi

Katamachi, Kanazawa’s oldest and most vibrant entertainment district, is home to long-loved restaurants where locals have gathered for generations. Many specialize in sushi and seafood izakaya serving fish freshly delivered from nearby ports, offering flavors that reflect Kanazawa’s unique dashi culture and deep culinary heritage. During the Kanazawa Gourmet Tour, OMO staff introduce “insider” restaurants known only to locals. As you stroll through lantern-lit alleys, you’ll discover authentic Kanazawa gourmet experiences that bring the city’s warm spirit and local dining traditions to life.

Kanazawa Eats

The Taste Passed Down by Established Restaurants

Kanazawa Oden

When it comes to winter flavors in Kanazawa, nothing represents the season better than Kanazawa Oden. This comforting dish features a light yet flavorful broth made from kombu and bonito flakes, seasoned with light soy sauce for an elegant taste. Each bowl is filled with local specialties such as shellfish baigai, wheat-gluten kuruma-fu, and red swirl fish cakes. As you visit long-established oden shops, you’ll discover the warmth of Kanazawa’s food culture and the serene charm of its winter season — an authentic taste passed down for generations.
Enjoy Fresh Seafood of Kanazawa

Kanazawa Sushi

Kanazawa Sushi offers a truly luxurious taste of fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan. Local specialties such as sweet shrimp, blackthroat seaperch (Nodoguro), gas shrimp, and white shrimp are prized for their rich flavor and firm texture, shaped by the cold currents. Even conveyor-belt sushi restaurants maintain an impressively high standard, while long-established artisan shops showcase refined craftsmanship. From elegant traditional counters to casual standing bars, Kanazawa offers an authentic sushi experience where you can savor the finest treasures of the sea.
Kanazawa’s Iconic Winter Dish

Kanazawa Crab

A true taste of Kanazawa’s winter, Kanimen is a luxurious delicacy made by filling the shell of female snow crab (Kobako-gani) with its rich meat, roe, and creamy tomalley. Available only from November to January, this seasonal dish perfectly captures the essence of winter in Kanazawa. The rich crab miso, bursting roe, and sweet, delicate meat blend in exquisite harmony. Served at traditional restaurants and oden shops during the cold months, Kanimen is celebrated as the “jewel of winter,” a culinary masterpiece unique to Kanazawa.
2025.10.23 Published
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