What other travelers are saying about Omicho Market
Mixed feelings about this market.
Positives: -multiple options for fresh fish and other seafood
-covered roof which protects you from the sun/heat
-multiple food vendors have seating to enjoy your food sitting down
-culture
Negatives:
-there is a strong odor in the air due to the market being covered with a roof causing lack of ventilation. It is definitely not horrible, I don't want to make it a bigger deal than it is, but if you have a sensitive nose then just keep this in mind
-barely any vegetarian options to find
-crowded
-public toilet has a window that has direct view to outside (if someone stand near the window they can fully see you!)
Omicho Market is the heart of Kanazawa's food scene and a must-visit for its incredible energy and variety. The covered streets are lined with stalls selling everything from freshly caught crab and sea urchin to grilled seafood skewers and local croquettes.
While it’s famous for Kaisen-don (seafood bowls) and sushi, don’t miss the chance to try "walking foods" like grilled oysters or even gold leaf ice cream. It gets very busy around lunch, so arriving in the morning is highly recommended for a more relaxed stroll and the best selection of goods.
Amazing market, large but feels small in a good way. Easy to wander and don’t forget some restaurants on basement and second floor. Was busy at noon in November with fellow tourists, but plenty of locals as well. The fresh seafood and produce (catering to locals) was wonderful. Tried some fresh cut fruit, coffee, and the most amazing pumpkin croquettes. You’ll never waste your time on a pumpkin latte again. So much better than Kyoto market.
This market is what I had hoped Tsukiji to be, a bit more spacious, stalls to try classic seafood offerings and stalls to offer unique options. While the prices are still a little touristy, it is much much more reasonable than what you’d find in Tokyo and actually feels worth the price. There are several stalls selling seafood (all about 100 yen or so difference) that allow you to stand and eat by them. We picked the one with the shortest queue and had oysters, botan ebi, dogfish (all from Kanazawa) and some uni and maguro as well. The botan ebi is incredible - creamy, smooth, sweet and delicious. Also try the unagi and scallops kushiyaki! Also, there’s a fun store that sells fruits and they sell orange juice in oranges
🦀 Omicho Market – Kanazawa
Omicho Market is a true celebration of product excellence. This is not a place where food is dressed up to impress, it’s where quality speaks for itself. Impeccably fresh seafood, seasonal specialties, and a deep respect for provenance define every stall.
Each counter feels like a masterclass in precision: clean cuts, pure flavors, and ingredients at their absolute peak. Walking through Omicho is to understand why Kanazawa holds such a strong reputation for seafood and culinary culture.
Take your time, observe, taste, and enjoy. This is high gastronomy in its most honest and authentic form.
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