Maki-e Decoration in Kanazawa
From ¥133,600 for up to 2 guests · 1 hour 40 minutes
At a four-generation lacquerware workshop in Kanazawa, see how natural urushi is used, then decorate a piece with maki-e and take it home.
- Where
- Kanazawa
- Duration
- 1 hour 40 minutes
- Group size
- 1–4 guests
At a lacquerware workshop in Kanazawa, passed down for four generations, you watch a skilled artisan up close and see how natural urushi is used from the fields to the finished piece.
You then experience maki-e lacquerware decoration with the guidance of skilled artisans and take your decorated piece home.
What is included
- Look at the workshop
- Maki-e decoration with artisan guidance
- Your decorated piece to take home
- English-speaking guide
Host and place
Hosted by A lacquerware family
Meeting point Kanazawa — exact address sent once confirmed
Cancellation policy for this experience
Our standard tour cancellation terms (Terms and Conditions, clause 5) do not apply to this experience. It is run by a partner host, who sets its own conditions:
Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed.
We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed. Please read them before you book.
Good to know
How long is Maki-e Decoration in Kanazawa?
Maki-e Decoration in Kanazawa lasts 1 hour 40 minutes.
How much does Maki-e Decoration in Kanazawa cost?
From ¥133,600 for up to 2 guests. A larger group, up to 4 guests, costs more. We confirm the exact price when we confirm your date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Our standard tour cancellation terms do not apply to this experience: it is run by a partner who sets its own conditions. Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed. We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed.
How many guests can join?
This experience takes 1 to 4 guests, so it stays small and personal.
Where does it take place and where do we meet?
The experience takes place in Kanazawa. Meeting point: Kanazawa — exact address sent once confirmed.
What is included?
Look at the workshop, Maki-e decoration with artisan guidance, Your decorated piece to take home and English-speaking guide.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your preferred date using the form on this page. We confirm availability with the host and reply within one working day. Nothing is charged at the enquiry stage.
