Day Trips from Kanazawa
by Train and Bus
Explore the majestic natural beauty of Mt. Hakusan at a Geopark, discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shirakawa-go, or encounter the vibrant culture and coastal scenery of Noto. Embark on a day trip to explore the charms of the Hokuriku region, taking your time to enjoy the scenery as you travel by train and bus. Public transportation offers unique landscapes and experiences found nowhere else, perfect for a casual yet unforgettable outing.
Hakusan
Traveling Around
the Natural Beauty
of Mt. Hakusan
The foothills of Mt. Hakusan are home to a landscape formed by the workings of the land, with an abundance of natural beauty. Take a train and buses on a day trip to visit destinations around the mountain, experience the area’s rich natural and cultural highlights, and enjoy the Geopark.
View the Hakusan Geopark Line page
Via the Hakusan Geopark Line
Shirakawa-go
Traveling to Shirakawa-go,
a UNESCO World
Heritage Site
The village of Shirakawa-go is a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its beautiful gassho-style thatched-roof houses. Highway buses and scheduled sightseeing buses are available from Kanazawa, making it a great destination for day trips. Enjoy exploring old-fashioned village life lived in close harmony with nature, surrounded by beautiful seasonal scenery.
View the Shirakawa-go Highway Bus and Scheduled Sightseeing Bus page
Via Shirakawa-go Highway Bus or Scheduled Sightseeing Bus
Noto
Traveling to Experience the
Natural Scenery of Noto
The Noto Peninsula is home to a unique local culture, lived in harmony with coastlines and human-tended natural forests. Express buses offer an easy and convenient way to visit Noto from Kanazawa. Enjoy an outing of seeing beautiful beaches and walking around charming historic towns, for a truly “Noto” experience.
View the Noto Express Bus page
Via Noto Express Bus
