Omicho Market sits in the heart of Kanazawa, a city on the Sea of Japan coast in the Chubu Region. Locals also know it as Omi-cho Ichiba, and it has served the city's kitchens for more than 280 years, earning it the nickname the kitchen of Kanazawa.
What you will find
The market is built around fresh food. Its stalls carry seafood landed from the Sea of Japan, along with local vegetables, and a number of traditional food stalls where you can eat as you browse. Wandering the lanes is the main pleasure here: the displays change with the catch and the season, and the sellers are usually happy to talk about what they have.
Planning a visit
The market is at 50 Kaminiikawamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0907. If you want to ask about the market before you go, you can call +81-76-231-1462.
- Come hungry, since the traditional food stalls make it easy to try several things.
- Bring some cash for small purchases and snacks.
- Allow time to look around rather than treating it as a quick stop.
The area around it
Omicho is a short walk from the city centre, so it fits easily into a day of sightseeing in Kanazawa. Many visitors pair a morning at the market with time spent exploring the wider city and its coastline.
