Omicho Market

Name: Omicho Market
Address: 920-0905 50 Kamiomicho, Kanazawa, Kanazawa, JP
Telephone: +81 76-231-1462

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Omicho Market, Kanazawa: a covered fresh food market open 24 hours, with about 170 shops, at Musashigatsuji in the city centre.

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Opening hours

Today00:00 – 23:59Show all

Monday00:00 – 23:59

Tuesday00:00 – 23:59

Wednesday00:00 – 23:59

Thursday00:00 – 23:59

Friday00:00 – 23:59

Saturday00:00 – 23:59

Sunday00:00 – 23:59

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Why go

Crab and Noto Peninsula oysters from the small seafood eateries on the ground and first floors

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A large pharmacy occupies the basement of the market.
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Residents still call the market omicho, an affectionate nickname.
近江町市場 – 金沢市民の台所として300年を迎えたのみなさまの日常を支える小売市場
Besides food, locals buy kitchen utensils, clothing and flowers here.
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Visitors can take part in events where traders teach their professional skills.
近江町市場 – 金沢市民の台所として300年を迎えたのみなさまの日常を支える小売市場

History

The market has served local residents for about 300 years, since the feudal era.

Feudal eraThe market starts serving local residents, who use it as their kitchen.
Edo PeriodThe market becomes the city's largest fresh food market.
TodayStill an active market where locals shop for food and household goods.

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Tips for your visit

Three car parks connect directly to the market.
Meat, souvenirs and sweets are sold alongside the fish and produce, so you can buy gifts here too.
The shops line both sides of the narrow lanes, so look at both sides as you walk.

Best time to visit

The fresh seafood, vegetables and fruit on sale are seasonal, so what you find changes through the year.

With kids

The market tour and the cooking class are offered for parents and children together.
The market runs family tours and cooking classes, so children can take part in its events.

Know before you go

Open 24 hours a day, every day of the week.

How to get there

15 minOn footWalk about 15 minutes from Kanazawa Station.
BusTake bus 6, 7, 8 or 9 from the east exit of Kanazawa Station, a one-stop ride to the musashigatsuji stop.
BusThe local machi bus is another way to get there.

Sources: Kanazawa - Wikivoyage (eat) · 近江町市場 – 金沢市民の台所として300年を迎えたのみなさまの日常を支える小売市場 · checked 25 Oct 2026

Where

920-0905 50 Kamiomicho, Kanazawa

Website: ohmicho-ichiba.com/
Phone: +81 76-231-1462

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Questions and answers

How do I get to Omicho Market from Kanazawa Station?

It is about a 15-minute walk from the station. You can also take bus 6, 7, 8 or 9 from the east exit to the musashigatsuji stop, a one-stop ride.

What are the opening hours of Omicho Market?

Omicho Market is open 24 hours a day, every day of the week, so you can come at any time.

Is there parking at Omicho Market?

Yes. Three car parks connect directly to the market.

Is Omicho Market good for children?

Yes. The market runs family tours and cooking classes for parents and children together.

Where can I eat seafood at Omicho Market?

Small eateries on the ground and first floors serve fresh local seafood. Crab and Noto Peninsula oysters are among the specialties.

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