Hakuza Hikari Kura

Gold leaf workshop

When we arrived in Kanazawa we hadn't planned on doing anything with gold leaf, but after a stop at the gold leaf museum, we sought out Hakuza because as crafters we read that they did mini workshops...

Don’t miss the gold leaf house!

Kanazawa produces 99% of Japan’s gold leaf. Hakuza produces gold leaf used for the restoration of fine arts and national treasures of Japan. The shop provides all kinds of gold-leaf souvenirs, but th...

Gold leaf

Real gold, how the sheets are made. More interesting is the products made from the gold leaf. Good to see the dedication to craftsmanship. Also I now know the gold leaf for the Golden Temple in Kyo...

Gold leaf everything

A great shopping destination. A little something for everyone at many different price points. From keychain to jewelry to liquor. Lots of great gift ideas.

Gold Leaf Glitter!

Kanazawa is known as gold leaf central! Gold leaf items glitter from all manner of products, including jams, honey and beauty creams and lotions! Gold leaf in jewellery, handbags rooms and furniture -...