Ishikawa is renowned for its elegant Japanese cuisine, from sushi and wagyu beef to sake and sweets. Dine on the freshest seafood, including snow crab, sweet shrimp, and yellowtail. Try Noto beef, delicious stews made with Kaga vegetables, and rich soy sauce and miso paste from Ishikawa's fertile farmlands. Whether your tastes run to fine kaiseki dining, small, rustic eateries, or tasting tours of local food markets, a journey around the prefecture is a treat for the senses.
Sushi
Sushi in Ishikawa highlights fresh, local fish from the Sea of Japan. Seafood is a reflection of the seasons, and sushi is a great way to try the day’s best catch.
Ishikawa Sushi Quotient Life Hygiene Trade Association
Sushi Restaurants in Ishikawa (Gurunavi)
Kaga-ryori
Kaga-ryori is the name of Ishikawa’s local cuisine. Skilled chefs create multi-course meals that feature the area’s natural ingredients. Dishes are artfully plated on local porcelain and lacquerware, making a Kaga-ryori meal a feast for the eyes as well as the palate.
List of restaurants serving Kaga-ryori
Jibu-ni
Jibu-ni is perhaps the dish most characteristic of Ishikawa. The stew of duck or chicken, vegetables, and mushrooms is a hallmark of exquisite kaiseki courses, home cooking, and everything in between.
List of restaurants serving Jibu-ni (Gurunavi)
Vegan, Vegetarian, and Halal
Visitors with dietary restrictions can still enjoy the best of Ishikawa’s cuisine. These restaurants have options that fit your needs.
Kanazawa City Barrier-Free Food Map
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants Guide
Halal Restaurant Guide (HAMAP)
