Kanazawa: 2-Hour Private Tour of Omicho Market with Tastings
Experience Kanazawa’s food culture with our exclusive 2-hour Omicho Market Tour. Unlike others, this tour focuses solely on Omicho Market, known as “Kanazawa’s Kitchen,” immersing you in its vibrant atmosphere and rich history.
Discover why Omicho Market, a culinary treasure since the Edo period, captivates visitors as a hub of fresh seafood, local produce, and premium meat. While others may spread focus across sites, we ensure an experience dedicated to exploring the market during optimal hours, avoiding crowds.
Savor Hokuriku’s flavors as you sample freshly prepared seafood, seasonal fruits, and delicacies from renowned stalls like Oguchi Suisan. Whether takeout or eat-in, this tour offers unmatched access to the market’s celebrated offerings.
With expert guidance, uncover hidden gems, hear vendor stories, and appreciate Kanazawa’s culinary legacy. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the soul of Kanazawa’s gastronomy.
Options
Included Tasting Expense
¥3,000 budget is available: With this option, a ¥3,000 budget is provided for food tasting, allowing you to enjoy a selection of dishes and ingredients
What's included in Kanazawa: 2-Hour Private Tour of Omicho Market with Tastings
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Omicho Market
Begin with a guided stroll through the bustling aisles, where you’ll be introduced to the market’s role as a hub for fresh seafood, locally grown vegetables, and premium meats, including renowned Japanese wagyu beef. Learn about its transition from a wholesale market to the heart of Kanazawa’s food scene.
Omicho Ichibakan
Relish the unique opportunity to sample freshly prepared seafood, fruits, and more at renowned stalls like Oguchi Suisan and Fruits Sakano. Enjoy both takeout and eat-in options, featuring seasonal delicacies from the Sea of Japan, local produce, and mouthwatering wagyu dishes. If time allows, visit specialty shops offering the best local gifts, from traditional sweets to artisanal products.
Inclusions
- Food tasting at selected stalls
- Food tasting expense (An optional plan including a ¥3,000 budget is available.)
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please meet your guide in front of the Hokkokuginko, Musashigatsuji Branch. For clarification, this meeting point is located in the plaza area outside Omicho Market. The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.
