Kawai-machi Honmachi-dori, Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥2,500
The Wajima Morning Market, located in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is a vibrant marketplace featuring around 100 to 200 stalls. Open from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM (closed the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, and January 1-3), it's best known for fresh seafood, including local delicacies like steamed abalone and turban shells from Hegura Island. You'll also find shops selling Wajima lacquerware, straw crafts, and handmade accessories. Visit in the morning to experience the market at its liveliest and sample the local flavors. The market offers a casual, outdoor setting where you can immerse yourself in the local culture and find unique souvenirs.