Tourist Spots
Ishikawa Prefecture contains various sightseeing spots, such as the landscape that may be more enjoyed by driving or the scenic sites that can only be reached by car. Let’s find a destination that you wish to see or visit and organize your own journey.
In the northeast of Komatsu Airport, around the projecting peninsula into the Sea of Japan, is the area called “Noto”. It is endowed with sea, mountains, and nature. It has a variety of resources for tourism such as food, sights to be seen, hot springs, historical temples and shrines.
Chirihama Beach Driveway
- NOTO
- Scenic sites
You can drive a car on this sandy beach, which makes it quite rare in the world. The hard, tightly packed sand means there is an approx. 8-kilometer drive to enjoy along the shore.
| Address: Chirihama-machi, Hakui City |
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| Contact: 0767-22-1118 (Commerce and Tourism Division, Hakui City) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20003.html |
| Mapcode: 135 000 459*52 Google map |
Notojima Island
- NOTO
- Scenic sites
Located on the east coast of the Noto Peninsula, the small Notojima Island is 72 kilometers around with a population of just over 3,000. It is accessed simply by crossing the Notojima Bridge from Wakura Onsen. Let’s enjoy a drive around the island’s peaceful landscapes while stopping by museums and roadside stations.
| Address: Nanao City |
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| Contact: 0767-84-1113 (Notojima Tourism Association) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/spot/6106 |
| Mapcode: 590 461 339*25 Google map |
Senmaida Rice Fields
- NOTO
- Scenic sites
If you drive about 11 kilometers along the route 249 from the center of the city of Wajima, you will arrive at Shiroyone Senmaida rice terraces. These rice terraces, which local farmer have cultivated for over 1300 years, are interwoven with the beautiful scenery of Noto and the Sea of Japan in the background entertain the eyes of visitors.
| Address: Shiroyone-machi, Wajima City |
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| Contact: 0768-23-1146 (Wajima City Tourism Division) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20001.html |
| Mapcode: 552 615 639*52 Google map |
Sosogi Coast
- NOTO
- Scenic sites
A splendid cliff view stretches for about 2 kilometers along the coast and is nationally designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty as well as a Natural Monument. In the harsh winter season, fluffy white cotton-like “Wave Flowers” cover the sea surface, blowing like snow in the seasonal wind.
| Address: Machino-machi Sosogi, Wajima City |
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| Contact: 0768-32-0408 (Sosogi Tourism Association) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20005.html |
| Mapcode: 552 775 001*28 Google map |
Rokkozaki
- NOTO
- Scenic sites
Rokkozaki is situated on the tip of the peninsula and has a 130-year-old white-walled lighthouse. Park your car at the “Roadside station Noroshi” and walk up the slope and steps for a wide panoramic view from the cliff, where you can also hear the breaking waves.
| Address: Noroshi-machi, Suzu City |
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| Contact: 0768-82-7776 (Suzu City Tourism and exchange Division) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20006.html |
| Mapcode: 913 114 044*82 Google map |
Mitsukejima Island
- NOTO
- Scenic sites
The rough coastline eroded by waves completely changes after Rokkozaki, with a calm landscape of the bay and inlet unfolding.
Mitsukejima Island is Noto’s symbol, rising 28 meters up out of the sea. There is a small rock path that takes you close to the island.
| Address: Horyumachi-Ukai, Suzu City |
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| Contact: 0768-82-7776 (Suzu City Tourism and Exchange Division) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20000.html |
| Mapcode: 329 525 151*82 Google map |
Tsukumowan Bay
- NOTO
- Scenic sites
This ria coast made up of small and large coves has gentle waves and clear water, with a view of the calming scenery.
| Address: Noto-cho, Housu County |
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| Contact: 0768-62-8532 (Noto-cho town government) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/spot/5821 |
| Mapcode: 329 222 059*03 Google map |
Keta Taisha Shrine
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
This 2100-year-old shrine stands on a hill facing the Sea of Japan. It features magnificent historic shrine constructions, such as the gate and a worship hall, which are designated as National Important Cultural Properties.
| Open: 8:30 - 16:30 |
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| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: Free Entry Fee |
| Address: Ku-1 Jike-machi, Hakui City |
| Contact: 0767-22-0602 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20010.html |
| Mapcode: 135 302 673*30 Google map |
Myojoji Temple
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
Founded in 1294, its ten buildings, including the main hall and five-storied pagoda, are designated as National Important Cultural Properties. It also has some beautiful and well-renowned gardens.
| Open: 8:00 - 17:00 (April to October), 8:00 - 16:30 (November to March) |
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| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: Adult: 500 JPY. Elementary and Junior High School Students: 300 JPY |
| Address: Yo-1, Takidani-machi, Hakui City |
| Contact: 0767-27-1226 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20011.html |
| Mapcode: 135 423 164*06 Google map |
Notojima Glass Art Museum
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
Located on a small hill overlooking the sea, this art museum exhibits glass sculptures based on works by Picasso and Chagall, among others.
| Open: 9:00 - 17:00 (April to November), 9:00 - 16:30 (December to March ) |
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| Closed: 3rd Tuesdays (3rd Wednesday when Tuesday is a public holiday); 12/29 - 1/1; Exhibition Preparation Period |
| Admission fee: High school students or Above: 800 JPY |
| Address: 125-10, Koda-machi, Notojima, Nanao City |
| Contact: 0767-84-1175 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20016.html |
| Mapcode: 590 494 148*03 Google map |
Notojima Aquarium
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
There is so much to see at this aquarium, including a dolphin and sea lion show, sea otter feeding, and a penguin walk. It can get particularly crowded during the summer, with many family visitors.
| Open: 9:00 -17:00 (March 20 - November), 9:00 - 16:30 (December - March 19) |
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| Closed: 12/29 - 12/31 |
| Admission fee: Adult: 1,850 JPY, Junior High Students and below; over 3 years of age: 510 JPY |
| Address: 15-40 Magarimachi, Notojima, Nanao City |
| Contact: 0767-84-1271 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20018.html |
| Mapcode: 590 523 457*33 Google map |
Wajima Kobo Nagaya
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
Wajima lacquerware, one of the oldest lacquerwares in Japan, is popular in the country as a luxury item. At “Wajima Kobo Nagaya,” you can see the manufacturing process of Wajima lacquerware and experience its pattern painting.
| Open: 9:00 - 18:00 (May to August), 9:00 - 17:00 (September to April) |
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| Closed: Wednesdays (Open on 10th, 25th of every month as well as on the Wednesdays when local markets are in operation.) |
| Admission fee: Free |
| Address: 4-66-1, Kawai-machi, Wajima City |
| Contact: 0768-23-0011 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20020.html |
| Mapcode: 283 829 001*33 Google map |
Kiriko Lantern Museum
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
From July to September, a vibrant “Kiriko Festival” is held in various places across the Noto Peninsula. Kiriko is a huge lantern that is regarded as Yorishiro, a representative object of a divine spirit. A number of Kiriko, which plays a main part in the festival, are on display at the Wajima Kiriko Art Museum.
| Open: 8:00 - 17:00 |
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| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: Adult: 620 JPY, High School Students: 470 JPY, Elementary and Junior High School Students: 360 JPY |
| Address: Marine-town 6-1, Wajima City |
| Contact: 0768-22-7100 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20015.html |
| Mapcode: 283 829 248*00 Google map |
Go Nagai Wonderland Museum
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
This is a museum that displays the works and the original pictures, which you would normally not be able to see, of manga artist, Go Nagai, who is famous for manga such as Devilman, Mazinger Z, and Cutie Honey. The museum has been newly established in Wajima City, in which the artist spent his early childhood.
| Open: 8:30 - 17:00 (Last Admittance 16:30) |
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| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: Adult: 510 JPY |
| Address: 1-123 Kawai-machi, Wajima City (on Asaichi-dori) |
| Contact: 0768-23-0715 |
| WEB: http://go-wonderland.jp/en/ |
| Mapcode: 283 828 226*03 Google map |
Oku-noto Triennale
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
The “OKU-NOTO TRIENNALE” was held in Suzu, a town on the northernmost tip of the Noto Peninsula in 2017. It showcased works by 39 pairs of artists in various places across the city. Some of the works remained on permanent display after the end of the art festival.
| Address: Suzu City |
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| Contact: 0768-82-7720 (Oku-noto Triennare office) |
| WEB: http://oku-noto.jp/en/ |
Suzu Ware Museum
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
Suzu ware is pottery produced in and around Suzu between the late 12th century and the end of the 15th century. The museum exhibits Suzu ware from different eras.
| Open: 9:00 - 17:00 |
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| Closed: 12/29 - 1/3 |
| Admission fee: Adult: 310 JPY, Elementary and Junior High School Students: 150 JPY |
| Address: 1-2-563, Takojima-machi, Suzu City |
| Contact: 0768-82-6200 |
| WEB: http://www.city.suzu.ishikawa.jp/suzuyaki/index.html |
| Mapcode: 329 684 465*82 Google map |
Sojiji Temple
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
It was founded in 1321 as the main temple of the Soto sect. After the precincts were destroyed in the 1898 Great Fire, the mountain gate and Butsuden hall, etc. were rebuilt, retaining the qualities of the past along with the buildings that survived.
| Open: 8:00 - 17:00 |
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| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: Adult: 400 JPY, High School, Students: 300 JPY, Junior High School Students: 200 JPY, Elementary School Students: 150 JPY |
| Address: KO-1-18 Monzen machi-Monzen, Wajima City |
| Contact: 0768-42-0005 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20012.html |
| Mapcode: 283 422 024*74 Google map |
Tsujiguchi Hironobu Confectionery Art Museum (LE MUSEE DE H)
- NOTO
- Sightseeing Facilities
This art museum showcases sucre d’art (sugar art) by Tsujiguchi Hironobu, a world-class pâtissier from Noto. You can taste his original sweets at the museum café.
| Open: 8:00 -17:00 (Last Admittance 16:30) |
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| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: Free Entry Fee |
| Address: WA-65-1 Wakura-machi, Nanao City |
| Contact: 0767-62-4000 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20017.html |
| Mapcode: 590 305 460*77 Google map |
Okunoto Salt Farm Village
- NOTO
- Experiential facilities
Salt-making using a traditional “Agehama”-style technique continues to be performed in this coastal area. You can experience salt-making at “Suzu Endenmura” and also buy natural salt made using the Agehama-style technique.
| Open: 9:00 - 17:00 (Last Admittance 16:30) |
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| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: Adult 100 JPY; Elementary and Junior High School Students 50 JPY |
| Address: 1-58-1 Shimizu-machi, Suzu City |
| Contact: 0768-87-2040 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20021.html |
| Mapcode: 552 869 001*52 Google map |
Wakura Onsen
- NOTO
- Onsen
This lively hot spring resort in Nanao, the central city of Noto Peninsula, features a number of large ryokans along the coast overlooking the shimmering blue of Nanao Bay.
| Wakura Onsen Soyu |
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| Open: 7:00 - 22:00 |
| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: 12 or Above: 420 JPY, 6 to 11: 130 JPY, 3 to 5: 50 JPY, Babies and infants below 3: Free |
| Address: Wa-5-1, Wakura-machi, Nanao City |
| Contact: 0767-62-2221 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/spot/6802# |
| Mapcode: 590 305 250*77 Google map |
Wajima Onsen
- NOTO
- Onsen
Wajima hot spring water has a taste of the tides due to its proximity to the sea. In addition to their high-quality water, the charm of the ryokans in this area includes their location, with views to the Sea of Japan and the harbor, as well as the fresh seafood.
| Wajima Hot Spring Footbath Yurari |
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| Open: 6:00 - 22:00 |
| Closed: 16:00 - 18:00 Every Thursday |
| Admission fee: Free |
| Address: 4-169, Kawai-machi, Wajima City |
| Contact: 0768-23-1146 (Wajima Onsen Tourism Association) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/spot/10946 |
| Mapcode: 283 799 840*71 Google map |
Suzu Onsen
- NOTO
- Onsen
This hot spring resort is located on the tip of the Noto Peninsula. Bathing while looking at the blue sky and sea is exceptional.
| Suzu Onsen Notoji-sou |
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| Open: 12:00 - 20:30 |
| Closed: Open All Year Round |
| Admission fee: 600 JPY |
| Address: 1-30-1, Ukai, Houdatsu-machi, Suzu City |
| Contact: 0768-84-1621 (Notoji-sou) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/spot/5634 |
| Mapcode: 329 524 409*33 Google map |
Nanao Ippon-sugi Street
- NOTO
- Shopping
Enjoy shopping as you walk along this street with a history dating back over 600 years. It features a mixture of traditional shops such as a candle shop and a soy sauce shop, in addition to newly opened fashionable shops housed in old buildings.
| Address: Ippon-sugi-dori machi, Nanao City |
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| Contact: 0767-53-7700 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/spot/18423 |
| Mapcode: 135 775 296*77 Google map |
Noto Shokusai Ichiba (Nanao Fisherman's Wharf)
- NOTO
- Shopping
The tourist facilities, comprising a number of restaurants and Noto’s specialty shops, also serve as a “Michi-no-Eki.”
| Open: 8:30 - 18:00 (1F), 11:00 - 22:00 (2F, varies depends on restaurants) |
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| Closed: Tuesday, 1/1 |
| Admission fee: Free Entry Fee |
| Address: Ingai-13-1, Kami-fuchu-machi, Nanao City |
| Contact: 0767-52-7071 |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/spot/1954 |
| Mapcode: 135 776 469*88 Google map |
Wajima Morning Market
- NOTO
- Shopping
The morning market is said to have a history dating back over 1000 years and is open almost every day. The high street where the market is held contains shops selling seafood, vegetables, lacquerware, Japanese confectionery, etc. and gets crowded with many shoppers.
| Open: 8:00 - Noon |
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| Closed: 2nd Wednesdays and the 4th Wednesdays every month. 1/1 - 1/3 |
| Admission fee: Free Entry Fee |
| Address: Asaichi-dori Ave. Kawai-machi, Wajima City |
| Contact: 0768-22-7653 (Wajima Asaichi Association) |
| WEB: https://www.hot-ishikawa.jp/english/kanko/20022.html |
| Mapcode: 283 828 226*25 Google map |