Ishida Shikki

Stay at Kanazawa Man'yō no Yado, a heritage townhouse converted into a boutique ryokan just a 3-minute walk from Shida Urushi Shop. Each room features handcrafted lacquerware decor and includes complimentary access to a lacquer art workshop. The property’s design draws inspiration from Kaga Yuzen dyeing patterns, with views of lantern-lit alleys and historic workshops. Perfect for travelers seeking authentic cultural immersion in Kanazawa’s artisanal heart.

Kanazawa Urushi Art House is ideal for creative travelers, located just 200 meters from Shida Urushi Shop. Daily lacquer painting workshops are led by master artisans, and guests can keep their finished pieces in a transparent display case within their room. The hotel also offers a private lacquer tea ceremony in the garden courtyard. Complimentary miniature lacquer gift sets are provided as souvenirs, making it a truly immersive cultural experience beyond sightseeing.

Kanazawa Jōkamachi Yasou offers panoramic views of the historic district surrounding Shida Urushi Shop, with select upper-floor rooms framing the street scene where artisans dry lacquerware under morning light. The lobby features an exhibition space for authentic lacquerware, with live lacquering demonstrations held weekly. Just a 1-minute walk leads to the entrance of Kenroku-en Garden, and guests may book a traditional tea ceremony tour—perfect for beginning the day with serene, timeless elegance in Kanazawa.

Stay at Kanazawa Urushi Life House and join the "One Day Artisan" program co-hosted with Shida Urushi Shop, featuring guided tours to natural lacquer collection sites, base preparation, and gold-leaf detailing workshops. The hotel has a dedicated lacquer craft corner where guests create personalized items under expert supervision. Enjoy dinner served on handcrafted lacquer tableware during a Kaga kaiseki meal, each dish thoughtfully paired with its matching vessel—transforming every bite into a sensory journey through centuries-old craftsmanship.