Hotels near Noto Peninsula

The Noto Peninsula, extending 100 km into the Sea of Japan from Kanazawa, is one of Japan’s most dramatic and under-visited coastal landscapes - and a natural complement to the city’s cultural attractions. The Okunoto (outer Noto) coast offers sheer sea cliffs, traditional lacquerware towns (Wajima is famous for Wajima-nuri lacquer), terraced rice paddies (tanada) that descend to the sea, traditional salt-making beaches, and fishing villages where life has changed little in generations.

Note: Parts of the Noto Peninsula were significantly affected by the January 2024 earthquake. As of 2026, reconstruction is ongoing in some areas. Check current access conditions before visiting.