Day Trips from Kanazawa with Hokutetsu / HOKURIKU RAIL ROAD

Guided Tour Bus Limited time Currently for sale Reservations required Weekends/holidays

Scheduled Sightseeing Bus — Hakusan Tour: Standard Route

Special
Bonuses

Dates: May, Jul. through Oct. 15., and Nov. 11 through 30 (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults (12 and up): ¥6,000

Kids (6–11): ¥4,000

Includes ¥2,000 shopping coupon for use during the trip!

Reservations: Make reservations online at Japan Bus Online

Details: Ride the Hakusan Geopark Line to visit Hakusan Tedorigawa Geopark, to explore its remarkable natural beauty.
Click here to view the flyer.

8:20 — Depart from Kanazawa Sta. Kanazawa Port Gate (West Gate) platform 2
8:40 — Depart from Kenrokuen Garden/Kanazawa Castle Park bus stop 3 (in front of the Kenroku Parking building)
9:05 — Depart from Nomachi Station
Tsurugi Station
Shirayama Hime Shrine

30 min. shrine visit
Asano Taiko

25 min. tour
Roadside Station Megumi Hakusan

55 min. for lunch of your choice
Komon Bridge and Furo Bridge (View from bus)
Hakusan Folk Museum

65 min. tour
Hyakumangan no Iwa Rock

20 min. tour
Walk around Shiramine

30 min.
Approx. 17:40 — Arrive at Kenrokuen Garden bus stop
Approx. 17:55 — Arrive at Kanazawa Sta. Kanazawa Port Gate (West Gate)

Hyakumangan no Iwa Rock is generally viewable from late April on, but this may vary depending on snow conditions.
Asano Taiko’s musical instrument store is closed on the Sunday of the third week of each month, as well as on Aug. 11, 15, and 16 and on Sep. 23. On those dates, the tour instead goes to Oboke-sugi Cedar Tree.
Actual arrival times may vary depending on traffic, weather, and operational conditions. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.
Passengers getting on at the Kenrokuen Garden bus stop cannot pay in cash on the day of the trip. Please purchase tickets in advance, such as through the website.
Operator: Hokutetsu Hakusan Bus

Guided Tour Bus Limited time Currently for sale Reservations required Weekends/holidays

Scheduled Sightseeing Bus — Hakusan Tour: Hakusan Alpine Botanical Garden Route

Special
Bonuses

Dates: June (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults: ¥7,000

Kids: ¥5,000

Includes ¥2,000 shopping coupon for use during the trip!

Reservations: Make reservations online at Japan Bus Online

Details: This tour visits a botanic garden that opens only for peak flower season, for a once-in-a-year experience. Enjoy seeing some 100,000 flowers across fifty rare species, along with the stunning scenery of Mt. Hakusan.
Click here to view the flyer.

8:20 — Depart from Kanazawa Sta. Kanazawa Port Gate (West Gate)
8:40 — Depart from Kenrokuen Garden/Kanazawa Castle Park bus stop 3 (in front of the Kenroku Parking building)
9:05 — Depart from Nomachi Station
Tsurugi Station
Shirayama Hime Shrine

30 min. shrine visit
Roadside Station Megumi Hakusan

55 min. for lunch of your choice
Komon Bridge and Furo Bridge (View from bus)
Hakusan Alpine Botanical Garden

80 min. visit
Hakusan Folk Museum

60 min. visit
Walk around Shiramine

30 min.
Approx. 17:20 — Arrive at Kenrokuen Garden bus stop
Approx. 17:35 — Arrive at Kanazawa Sta. Kanazawa Port Gate (West Gate)

Visiting the Hakusan Alpine Botanical Garden involves walking up and down slopes and stairs (about 100 steps). Please make sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing on the day of the tour.
Actual arrival times may vary depending on traffic, weather, and operational conditions. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.
Passengers getting on at the Kenrokuen Garden bus stop cannot pay in cash on the day of the trip. Please purchase tickets in advance, such as through the website.
Operator: Hokutetsu Hakusan Bus

Guided Tour Bus Limited time Reservations required Weekends/holidays

Scheduled Sightseeing Bus — Hakusan Tour: Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road Route

Special
Bonuses

Dates: Oct. 16 to Nov. 10 (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults: ¥7,000

Kids: ¥5,000

Includes ¥2,000 shopping coupon for use during the trip!

Reservations: Make reservations online at Japan Bus Online

Details: Enjoy a ride along the Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road, to enjoy the autumn colors and other spectacular scenery. The autumn colors are at their peak for about a month.

8:20 — Depart from Kanazawa Sta. Kanazawa Port Gate (West Gate) platform 2
8:40 — Depart from Kenrokuen Garden/Kanazawa Castle Park bus stop 3 (in front of the Kenroku Parking building)
:05 — Depart from Nomachi Station
Tsurugi Station
Shirayama Hime Shrine

30 min. shrine visit
Asano Taiko

25 min. visit
Roadside Station Megumi Hakusan

55 min. for lunch of your choice
Roadside Station Sena

20 min. visit
Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road (Visit Fukube Falls, Mt. Sanpoiwa, and Shirakawa-go Observation Deck)
Approx. 17:35 — Arrive at Kenrokuen Garden bus stop
Approx. 17:50 — Arrive at Kanazawa Sta. Kanazawa Port Gate (West Gate)

If the Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road is closed, this tour will change to the standard route. (Portions of the itinerary are subject to change.)
Asano Taiko’s musical instrument store is closed on the Sunday of the third week of each month. On that date, the tour instead goes to Oboke-sugi Cedar Tree.
Actual arrival times may vary depending on traffic, weather, and operational conditions. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.
Passengers getting on at the Kenrokuen Garden bus stop cannot pay in cash on the day of the trip. Please purchase tickets in advance, such as through the website.
Operator: Hokutetsu Hakusan Bus

Bus Limited time Currently for sale Weekends/holidays No reservations required

Hakusan Geo-Pass — Shiramine and Sena Highlights Plan

Special
Bonuses

Dates: Apr. to Nov. (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults: ¥2,800

Kids: ¥1,400

Flyers: Click here to learn more about the Hakusan Geo- Pass and stores offering bonuses
Click here for bus route map
Click here for timetable

Purchasing: Purchase here (Norimasshi Kanazawa website)

Kanazawa Station
9:05 — Depart from Nomachi Station
9:50 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
10:44 — Arrive at Shiramine
Walk around Shiramine Important Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings,
visit Shiramine Onsen Soyu Bath for a bath, etc.
12:28 — Depart from Shiramine
12:52 — Arrive at Sena
Eat and shop at Roadside Station Sena,
visit Hime no Yu for a bath, etc.
14:36 — Depart from Sena
15:19 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
15:50 — Arrive at Nomachi Station
Kanazawa Station

Bus Limited time Currently for sale Weekends/holidays No reservations required

Hakusan Geo-Pass — Shiramine and Shirayama Hime Shrine Plan

Special
Bonuses

Dates: Apr. to Nov. (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults: ¥2,800

Kids: ¥1,400

Flyers: Click here to learn more about the Hakusan Geo- Pass and stores offering bonuses
Click here for bus route map
Click here for timetable

Purchasing: Purchase here (Norimasshi Kanazawa website)

Kanazawa Station
9:05 — Depart from Nomachi Station
9:50 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
10:44 — Arrive at Shiramine
Walk around Shiramine Important Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings,
visit Shiramine Onsen Soyu Bath for a bath, etc.
12:28 — Depart from Shiramine
13:20 — Arrive at Shirayama Hime Jinja Shrine
Visit Shirayama Hime Shrine, etc.
15:04 — Depart from Shirayama Hime Shrine
15:19 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
15:50 — Arrive at Nomachi Station
Kanazawa Station

Bus Limited time Currently for sale Weekends/holidays No reservations required

Hakusan Geo-Pass — Leisurely Shiramine Plan

Special
Bonuses

Dates: Apr. to Nov. (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults: ¥2,800

Kids: ¥1,400

Flyers: Click here to learn more about the Hakusan Geo- Pass and stores offering bonuses
Click here for bus route map
Click here for timetable

Purchasing: Purchase here (Norimasshi Kanazawa website)

Kanazawa Station
9:05 — Depart from Nomachi Station
9:50 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
10:44 — Arrive at Shiramine (or arrive at Shiramine bus depot at 10:51)
Walk around Shiramine Important Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings,
visit Shiramine Onsen Soyu Bath for a bath,
visit the Hakusan Folk Museum,
visit the Hakusan Sabou Science Museum, etc.
14:12 — Depart from Shiramine (or depart from Shiramine bus depot at 14:12)
15:19 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
15:50 — Arrive at Nomachi Station
Kanazawa Station

Bus Limited time Currently for sale Weekends/holidays No reservations required

Hakusan Geo-Pass — Yoshino and Torigoe Leisurely Exploration Plan

Special
Bonuses

Dates: Apr. to Nov. (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults: ¥2,800

Kids: ¥1,400

Flyers: Click here to learn more about the Hakusan Geo- Pass and stores offering bonuses
Click here for bus route map
Click here for timetable

Purchasing: Purchase here (Norimasshi Kanazawa website)

Kanazawa Station
9:05 — Depart from Nomachi Station
9:50 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
10:09 — Arrive at Yoshino Art & Craft Village
Yoshino Art & Craft Village,
Oboke-sugi Cedar Tree,
Tedori Gorge,
Koubo-ike Pond, etc.
12:33 — Depart from Kamashimizu
12:57 — Arrive at Tsurugi Station
Walk around Tsurugi
15:19 — Depart from Tsurugi Station
15:50 — Arrive at Nomachi Station
Kanazawa Station

Bicycle Limited time Currently for sale Reservations required Weekends/holidays

Hakusan Geo-Pass — Bike Version

Special
Bonuses

Dates: Apr. to Nov. (weekends and holidays only)

Fares

Adults: ¥5,000

(No special pricing for kids)

Flyer: Click here for details on plans

Purchasing: Purchase here (Norimasshi Kanazawa website)

Kanazawa Station
Nomachi Station
Tsurugi Station
A: Tsurugi Plan (13 km, 3 hours),
B: Torigoe & Watagataki Waterfall Plan (32 km, 4 hours)
C: Yoshino & Sena Plan (48 km, 6 hours)
Tsurugi Station
Nomachi Station
Kanazawa Station

• Advance reservations are required for bike rentals. Before purchasing, use the reservation form available through Norimasshi Kanazawa to make a reservation.

Bus Walking Bicycle Available year-round Currently for sale No reservations required