Nanao City was the capital of the province in olden times, and it has since developed as the center of Noto. This course includes visits to a museum to learn about the painter of the Momoyama period, Tohaku Hasegawa, and to the historic site of the castle constructed by the first lord of the Kaga Clan, Toshiie Maeda. Please enjoy a free and easy time on Notojima Island in Nanao Bay.
Strolling around the Nanao City area
Learn about Nanao’s history and culture while strolling around the town.
An old highway lined with about 50 shops. There are many hip-roofed buildings that create a nostalgic atmosphere. It is also interesting to listen to the storytellers’ stories.
These are the ruins of the castle that was constructed on the hilltop by Toshiie Maeda, the first lord of the Kaga domain. The greenery in the garden alleviates the fatigue of visitors.
Art works related to Noto are on exhibit here. A video about Tohaku Hasegawa can be viewed in the high-vision area of the museum.
Access from Tokyo
- Hokuriku Shinkansen (Kanazawa) ▶ JR Nanao Line (Nanao)
- Noto Satoyama Airport ▶ Furusato taxi ▶ Nanao Station