An curved arrow pointing right. Kanazawa is the gold leaf capital of Japan. A local shop, Hakuichi, is playing into that reputation with a special treat: gold leaf-covered soft serve. The best ...

The gold leaf, which Kanazawa is famed for its production, adds a touch of prestige to the cube but at a steep price. The 3-D combination puzzle is being sold for 300,000 yen ($2,000), including tax.

Meet traditional yet innovative artisans in Kanazawa ... paste to create a gradation. 3. Design as you like, using a stick to carve out a shape and pattern. For an elegant touch you can sprinkle ...