8 recommended spots along Kanazawa's Seseragi-dori that you may want to stop by for a stroll.
Seseragi-dori, a 1.5-kilometer stretch along the Kuratsuki waterway in the center of Kanazawa City, is an area that is attracting attention as a new tourist spot with much to offer. While some stores have been around for a long time, new stores are springing up one after another. Many individual stores are full of the owner's passion, and it is recommended to take a stroll and visit cafes, Japanese restaurants, interior stores, and more. Here are some recommended spots to enjoy Seseragi-dori to the fullest.
1PHAETON FRAGRANCE HOUSE
Lose yourself in the world of fragrance at a niche fragrance specialty store that you want to make a destination for your trip.
This store specializes in niche fragrances selected by the owner of PHAETON, a famous select store in Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture. Approximately 150 kinds of niche and precious fragrances are lined up, ranging from brands that are only available here in Asia to brands that are not generally handled in Japan.
In addition to perfumes, the store also offers room fragrances, candles, and amenities, making the space feel like a fragrance museum. Knowledgeable fragrance stylists are on hand to offer suggestions on fragrances.
Up-and-coming fragrances that create a new concept of perfume
Vyrao, a new brand just founded in London, England in 2021, has landed in Japan for the first time and is attracting attention.
The five fragrances contain special Herkimer diamonds taken from a 450 million year old geological formation, and each fragrance is infused with energy. Each fragrance is infused with energy and is recommended for those who want to increase their energy. Each has its own meaning, and the fun part is that you can choose not only the fragrance but also the fragrance that is in line with who you want to be or what you want to achieve.
- PHAETON FRAGRANCE HOUSE
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1-4-55, 1F, Kanazawa-Chayomachi, Ishikawa, Japan MAP
10 minutes drive from JR Kanazawa Station
Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station, get off at "Korinbo" and walk 3 minutes.
11:00-20:00 (Sunday-19:00)
Wednesday
076-254-0086
None
2Boulangerie et Bistro Hiramipan
A morning that will start your day off on a happy note
Bistro & Bakery is definitely a candidate for mornings in Kanazawa. It is a popular restaurant with a long line of people waiting in line from morning. The morning set, which includes a main dish and coffee or tea, will fill your stomach to the brim.
There are five main dishes to choose from. The most popular is the Croque Madame with a fried egg on top. The bread with homemade béchamel sauce is served with homemade ham and cheddar cheese, making it a hearty meal. A four-leaf clover-shaped piece of paper is displayed at the top of the drink cup. The warm hospitality of the owner, who wants you to feel happy from the morning, is sure to get your day off to a good start.
Relaxing café time in a store with a European atmosphere
When you open the door, the first thing that catches your eye is the array of freshly baked breads, ranging from 30 to 40 kinds, all homemade. The lineup ranges from hard breads, Danish, brioche, baguettes, breads, sandwiches, and more.
The famous "canelé" is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The interior is decorated with vintage furniture purchased from a local store, giving it a warm, old-fashioned feel that will make you feel at home.
- Boulangerie et Bistro Hiramipan
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- 1-6-11 Kanazawa-Chayomachi, Ishikawa MAP
- Approximately 8 minutes from JR Kanazawa Station by car
- Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station, get off at "Minamimachi, Oyama Shrine" and walk about 7 minutes.
- Morning 8:00-10:30, Lunch 12:00-16:00
- Mon.
- 076-221-7831
- Free (1 car)
Reservations available only from 12:00 noon
3Le Pont de Chocolat Saint Nicolas Korinbo
A chocolate specialty store featuring bean-to-bar chocolates
The store offers a full lineup of chocolate sweets, including chocolate, cakes, confections, and limited-time-only soft-serve ice cream, all made by a chocolatier trained in Belgium, the home of chocolate. The appeal of this shop is that you can enjoy the taste of bean to bar, which is made entirely by hand, including the selection and roasting of cacao beans.
The chocolate is made without additives as much as possible, and the color is obtained by boiling down fruits instead of using coloring agents. The shop also has a café where customers can eat in.
Lose yourself in the world of chocolate
About 30 types of bonbon chocolates are lined up in a neat row in the showcase. The chocolates are made with domestic ingredients, mainly from Ishikawa Prefecture, such as Noto salt and locally brewed sake. The long-selling "Ruffalo" is a perfect match between the soft mousse chocolate and the orange crème brûlée inside.
The "Tarte Chocolat" made with 72% cacao bitter couverture is another gem that has many fans. The "Tarte Fruie" made with seasonal fruits offers the finest fruits from local fruit stores.
- Le Pont de Chocolat Saint Nicolas Korinbo
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- 2-12-24 Korinbo, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture MAP
- 10 minutes drive from JR Kanazawa Station
- Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station, get off at Korinbo bus stop and walk about 5 minutes.
- 11:00-19:00 *On Tuesdays only: 18:00
- Wednesday, 3rd Tue.
- 076-264-8669
- Affiliated Parking available (30 minutes free with purchase of 1,500 yen or more)
4Gloini
A large collection of sophisticated yet comfortable interior design
This select store carries imported goods and interior goods from around the world, mainly from the United Kingdom but also from Europe and other countries. Some items are basic and easy to incorporate into your home, while others are more artistic and eccentric. The comfortable balance of items from different countries and with different tastes is indescribable.
This chaos is the charm of this place, where art and interior design intersect in a sophisticated space that can only be found here. It is surprising that the prices are reasonable for the high quality and good taste.
Find "my favorites" for daily use
While there are some main items, new items arrive on a weekly basis, making it a great place to discover something new any time you visit. Tassels purchased from Spain are the store's signature item. The design and stylishness of the tassels have made them very popular.
The Portuguese tableware has been a long seller since the store's opening. Cushion covers from France and Turkey are also popular. These art-like items that fit in with your daily life will give you hints on how to create a space that is comfortable and personal to you.
5SKLO room accessories
Discover the owner's collection of old and good items that you can't find anywhere else
A select store of antique furniture and sundries mainly from the Czech Republic. The owner of the store is very particular about the items in the store, and only handles items that he himself has visited the Czech Republic to purchase.
While placing importance on his own style of selection, he also values the items he encounters from time to time, which are diverse in character and art.
A rich lifestyle proposed from a new angle
The store also has SKLO original products. Through its products, SKLO removes preconceptions and creates items that suggest a happy space.
The "Bulb Vase (Bulb Vase)" is derived from incandescent light bulbs, which were born from the desire to preserve light bulbs that are no longer used due to the changing times, together with craftspeople. It has been transformed from its original purpose of "illuminating" to "for appreciation. The owner says that he can use anything that grows around there, such as weeds, to decorate. He hopes that by casually displaying plants, customers will enjoy the pleasure of discovering their charms from various angles.
- SKLO room accessories
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- 2-12-35 Korinbo, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa MAP
- 10 minutes drive from JR Kanazawa Station
- Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station, get off at "Korinbo" and walk 3 minutes.
- 12:00-19:00
- Wednesday
- 076-224-6784
- None
6Ajidokoro Takasaki
Feel the change of the seasons with your sense of taste
This kappo-ryori restaurant has been loved for more than 50 years since its establishment. Reservations are recommended due to the restaurant's popularity. The "Crab Cream Croquette," which has been handed down since the establishment and is also the signature dish, is covered with a homemade demi-glace sauce, allowing you to fully enjoy the gentle sweetness and flavor of the cream filled with crab meat.
The "Kamojibuni (duck stew)," a local dish of Kanazawa, is made with duck meat, sudare-fu, spinach, shiitake mushrooms, and carrots, simmered in a thick and elegant broth that will make you smile with a warm smile.
Taste the bounty of the season as it is
The restaurant focuses on carefully selected ingredients, and dishes are prepared using only the best of the season's ingredients to bring out their natural flavors without any extra touches. The restaurant's appeal lies in its seasonal ingredients: firefly squid and wild vegetables in the spring, Noto rock oysters and Kaga vegetables in the summer, sweet shrimp and gas shrimp in the fall, and kobako crabs and cold yellowtail in the winter.
The restaurant is especially popular during the crab season from November 7 to March 20, when reservations fill up quickly. Although it is one of the few places in Kanazawa where you can enjoy live crabs, you do not need to make reservations in advance for crab. Crabs are priced at market value, and it is safe to order after arriving at the restaurant.
- Ajidokoro Takasaki
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- 1-2-22 1-2-22 Kanazawa-Chocho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa MAP
- 10 minutes drive from JR Kanazawa Station
- Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station, get off at "Korinbo" and walk 3 minutes.
- 17:00-22:00
- Sundays (or last day of consecutive holidays)
- 076-231-0116
- None
79 Nove
A popular Italian restaurant run by a husband and wife team
This is a restaurant where you can quietly enjoy Italian cuisine in a cozy space of 9 tsubo. With a desire to eliminate the waste of ingredients and face the customer in front of you, dinner is served by reservation only, with the course changing daily.
The 6,000 yen course, which includes a cold and hot appetizer, two types of pasta, a main meat dish, and dessert, is popular. The handwritten menu describes the course of the day. The two appetizers consist mainly of seafood and vegetables, and are made from fresh seafood selected daily by visiting a trusted fresh fish store in person. Two types of pasta are available: the standard tomato sauce and seasonal handmade pasta.
A place to visit on anniversaries and special occasions
The restaurant's cozy interior with dimmed lighting creates a stylish and mature atmosphere. It is recommended for dates and anniversaries. Many customers use the restaurant as a surprise for special occasions, and if you order in advance, you can enjoy a dessert set with a message and a candle for an additional 300 yen.
Basically, tiramisu is served for dessert. The richness of the mascarpone filling and light, yet not too sweet, makes it easy to finish and is sure to be a hit with many fans.
- 9 Nove
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- 2-12-34 Korinbo, Kanazawa, Ishikawa MAP
- Approximately 9 minutes from JR Kanazawa Station by car.
- Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station, get off at "Korinbo" and walk 3 minutes.
- Lunch 12:00 - (No lunch on Thursdays), Dinner 18:00 - 22:00
- Closed on Wednesdays and irregular holidays
- 076-254-6612
- None
- Reservations required for dinner (by the day before).
8Machiya Dining Aguri
Creative Japanese cuisine featuring fresh local vegetables
This creative restaurant offers fresh vegetable dishes in the relaxed atmosphere of a 110-year-old Kanazawa machiya. During dinner time, the restaurant boasts a creative one-dish menu that uses an abundance of vegetables from Ishikawa Prefecture.
The "Avocado and Smoked Salmon Wrapped in Fresh Yuba" with spinach and sunny lettuce from their own farm is served with a homemade sauce made from a combination of balsamic soy sauce and Ohno soy sauce. Earthen pot rice made with Koshihikari rice from a contract rice farmer in Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is fluffy and fluffy. The playful and creative oden can be enjoyed all year round.
Appealing creative cuisine that lets you taste the bounty of the fields
The restaurant is well known for its fresh seasonal vegetables, a mixture of vegetables purchased from contract farmers who insist on using no pesticides, and vegetables grown in house. The restaurant's own farm harvests about 40 varieties of vegetables throughout the four seasons, and several varieties of a single vegetable are used. Kaga vegetables such as kintoki grass and Kaga's thick cucumbers in summer and Gensuke daikon in winter are also available.
Enjoy dishes using fresh vegetables picked in the morning, and be sure to savor a moment filled with cuisine that draws out the potential of the ingredients to the fullest.
- Machiya Dining Aguri
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- 1-6-11 Kanazawa-Chayomachi, Ishikawa MAP
- 10 minutes drive from JR Kanazawa Station
- Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station, get off at "Minamimachi" and walk 5 minutes.
- 11:30-15:00 (L.O. 14:00)
Lunch is served Tuesday through Friday, weekdays only, 18:00-23:00 (L.O.22:00) - Monday, every other Sunday
- 076-255-0770
- None
