Authentic Local Connections
Meet local people and discover places you wouldn’t find on your own.
About us
Why We Do This
We believe that travel is more than sightseeing. It is an opportunity to connect people with one another, and local communities with the world.
When visitors come to Kanazawa, we hope they will meet local shop owners, producers, and the people who call this city home, and feel a deeper connection to the place. We believe that each of these encounters can support the local community while helping visitors feel that the world is a little closer. Above all, we want to help create a society where people, especially children, can connect with people from other countries and experience different cultures, inspiring them to think, “The world is fascinating” and “I want to learn more.”
Through the connections that begin with travel, we aim to bring local communities and the world closer together, making the world feel more accessible to everyone.
This is the kind of travel we strive to create at Taste Kanazawa.
Vision
To create a world where people feel closer to one another and are excited about the future.
Mission
Through food and authentic experiences, we connect local communities with the world and inspire people to feel closer to other cultures.
Values
- 01
Celebrate Our Region
We shine a light on the region’s people, food, culture, craftsmanship, and local treasures, sharing their unique charms with people both near and far.
- 02
Discover the Joy of Learning Through Authentic Experiences
Through food and encounters with local people, we inspire curiosity about ingredients, culture, everyday life, and the world around us.
- 03
Connect with the World, Create the Future
By embracing different cultures and perspectives, we create new opportunities for people in our communities and people around the world to connect.
About us
We are a local team made up of Kanazawa-certified guides and mothers who live in the community, offering services that enrich every travel experience through our local knowledge and perspective.
From food and culture to everyday life and traditional craftsmanship, we share the unique charms of Kanazawa that only locals can truly know. We offer a wide range of services, including tour and bespoke experience planning, personalized travel planning, on-the-ground support, and concierge services, supporting travelers from the planning stage through their stay and beyond.
We also draw on our experiences and perspectives as mothers to make family trips to Kanazawa more comfortable, enjoyable, and worry-free for parents and children alike.
We believe that travel is about more than simply visiting tourist attractions. It is about connecting with local people, discovering regional food and culture, and experiencing everyday life in a way that makes a destination feel closer and more meaningful.
By understanding each traveler's wishes and individual style, we bring together local connections, knowledge, and creative ideas to create meaningful experiences and unforgettable memories in Kanazawa.
From the Founder
I was born and raised in Ishikawa Prefecture and am a Kanazawa City-certified guide.
My journey has taken me around the world, from traveling solo overseas and welcoming international students into my home as a host family to studying abroad in Toronto, Canada. After returning to Japan, I founded Kanazawa Brewery Co., Ltd. in 2015, which at the time was the only craft brewery in Kanazawa City.
For ten years, I was involved in craft beer production and sales. Following the birth of my child, I stepped down as the company's representative in 2025. Today, I am building on the local relationships, craftsmanship, and business experience I developed over the years to find new ways to connect Kanazawa with the world.
Through raising my own child, I have come to appreciate even more how meaningful it is for children to encounter people from different countries and cultures, opening their eyes to new perspectives and opportunities for learning.
This is why I want to create travel experiences that families can enjoy with confidence, including those traveling with young children, and offer opportunities that help children broaden their horizons. These values are at the heart of how I run my business, bringing a mother's perspective to the experiences and services we create.
My vision is to make the world feel closer and more accessible to everyone.
Through travel, food, and meaningful human connections, I will continue to explore new ways to bring local communities and the wider world closer together.
Yuka Suzumori
Founder · Kanazawa City Certified Local Interpreter Guide
Company information
- Business Name
- Taste Kanazawa
- Founder
- Yuka Suzumori
- Location
- Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
- Business Activities
- Guided Tours, Travel Support, Concierge Services, Custom Experiences
- Languages
- Japanese, English
- Travel Agency License
- Ishikawa Prefectural Governor Registered Travel Service Arrangement Business No. 57
- Phone
- +81 70 5610 2506
- tour@otsumami-journey.com
