Kanayamachi offers a variety of Japanese restaurants, craft beer breweries and other places to enjoy local cuisine. Its many small, charming shops give Kanayamachi its unique atmosphere. Step out from your hotel and wander around, and you will be tantalized by the enticing aromas coming from the warmly lit old houses, or kominka. Stretch your legs a bit farther and you will find the area around Takaoka Station surrounded by pubs and restaurants, where you are sure to find something to suit your appetite. Not sure what to eat? Feel free to ask our staff for their recommendations.

The area offers a wide variety of old favorites and the latest spots to choose from, from sushi shops where you can try fresh local fish, to fine Japanese cuisine and laid-back pubs, as well as old-fashioned diners and cafes set in renovated townhouses. This is a great way to enjoy flavors and foodways unique to the region.

While eating out is wonderful, buying your favorite ingredients and enjoying a meal at the hotel can also be fun. We have a kitchen set aside just for our guests, equipped with all the cooking utensils you will need. You can find all of the local delicacies you need to prepare a great-tasting meal at nearby supermarkets and speciality shops. There may be no greater luxury than sharing a table with those you love in an unusual setting, so why not take this opportunity to spend a special, relaxing few hours together?

If you are looking forward to cooking during your stay, there are several supermarkets in the area, and the local shopping arcade offers liquor stores, fishmongers, stores specializing in kamaboko (steamed fishcake, a local specialty) and many more. With plenty of convenience stores and drug stores to choose from, you will not lack for anything as you explore shopping, and looking into local shops is a great way to get to know the area.

Strolling down Kanayamachi's main street, you will be tempted to stop in at many of its charming shops. The serene townscape is enlivened by the sound of feet on cobblestones and wind chimes ringing faintly in the breeze. The nostalgic atmosphere draws you in, and you find yourself lost among the many narrow streets... but unexpected encounters and new discoveries may also await you on your stroll. Take a walk, and enjoy Kanayamachi for yourself.

When visiting Kanayamachi, home to generations of metal casters, we encourage you to try casting for yourself. Here, workers who have spent years learning their craft will guide you according to your ability, allowing you to experience their techniques first hand. This is a great way to discover what it is like to be a professional metal caster and to interact with the local culture. There are several active workshops in Kanayamachi that offer a hands-on experience, and you can choose one based on the particular technique you wish to try or the item you wish to make. This is a wonderful way to go home with a unique memento of your visit.