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Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Traditional Crafts

Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Traditional Arts and Crafts exhibits all 36 different types of crafts of Ishikawa prefecture.

Many of the exhibits show the entire process of a craft, step by step.

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Age RestrictionsFamily/kid friendly
Photography/VideoPhotos & video allowed (always ask!)
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible
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In the permanent exhibition, objects are classified into such groups as "Clothes," "Food," "Houses," "Praying," "Festivals." On occasion, the building's entryway hosts a celebrated master artisan demonstrating their crafts live in person. Visitors can feel and observe the traditional skills developed over the centuries in this region. Their special exhibitions introduce inspiring works from around the country. At the museum shop, visitors can feel and touch the crafts, handmade by local artisans. Here, you can enjoy the beauty, sophisticated skills, and spirit of preserving the traditional crafts, developed through history and culture, as well as the new suggestions for ways to connect the traditional and modern lives. Visitors can also sign up for various workshops, including items available to make on an ongoing basis, as well as craft workshops only available for limited engagements. Visit their website for more information on available activities and schedules. Sometimes, discounts are available if you present a receipt or ticket showing you've visited another museum or cultural center in the city on the same date. The building has two entrances, including one you can reach from inside the Kenroku-en gardens. Unlike many museums, photography and videography are allowed in most areas. Much of the information and signage includes both Japanese and English language translations. Hours: 9:00 am－ 5:00 pm (last admittance at 4:30 pm) Closed: April to November: 3rd Thursday of the month (except Holiday Thursdays) December to March: Thursdays, The year-end and New Year holidays Admission: Adults: 260 yen 65 and older: 210 yen Students [17 and under]: 100 yen *Ages 6 and under: Free *Group rates available (30 and more) 1st floor is free and open to the public. Coin lockers are available for 100 yen, which will be returned. Restrooms are available. 12 parking spaces available.

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Experience Type

Accessories (Clothing)
Art & Wall Hangings
Ceramics
Ceremony
Containers
Cookware
Dolls & Figures
Dyes & Patterns
Embroidery & Braiding
Fans & Umbrellas
Gold Leaf & Kintsugi
Instruments
Kimono & Yukata
Lacquerware
Museum
Pottery & Porcelain
Stationery & Calligraphy
Textiles & Fibers
Tools & Implements

Nearby transportation

By bus from JR Kanazawa station, take the Hokutetsu bus bound for Kodatsuno. Get off at Dewamachi stop. One minute walk from the bus stop. By taxi approx. 15 minutes from JR Kanazawa station. By car approx. 30 minutes from Hokuriku Expressway Kanazawa Higashi/Nishi I.C. Museum parking space available (free).

Also Recommended

The National Crafts Museum is within walking distance! https://www.bottlecap.jp/l/national-crafts-museum-kanazawa/69380b3f-2827-4ea2-bfb8-a85ce30fcba6

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