The Noto Satoyama-Satoumi Sightseeing Train travels a 33-km/20 mi scenic route on the Noto Peninsula between Nanao Station and Anamizu Station. The route provides panoramic views of the sea and countryside along Nanao Bay. The two carriages include two- and four-person booth seats with tables as well as counter-style seats that face directly toward the window.
Passengers can reserve a bento box of local cuisine in advance. Food options depend on the departure time.
The train makes two round-triips per day, except on Wednesdays. Each one-way trip takes about one hour. It is very popular so do book in advance to be assured of getting a seat. It makes one stop each way at Wakura Onsen Station.
You can rent a car at either end of the line, at Nanao Station or at Anamizu Station to continue your travels in the Noto Peninsula..
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Noto Satoyama-Satoumi Train - Nanao Station - のと里山里海号 - 七尾駅
The Noto Satoyama-Satoumi Train is a special train that travels several times daily between Nanao Station, via Wakura Onsen Station, to Anamizu Station and return. It offers a beautiful, scenic ride through the countryside, particularly during cherry blossom season in late March/early April.
Normally tickets are JPY1,500 per adult one-way and need to be booked about 1 month in advance.
Note: For an additional fee, and with advance reservations (best at time of initial reservation), several of the departures offer a "sweets" snack, or a "bento box" meal. Other options are available in or around the Nanao Station prior to departure.
Hours :
The train departs daily as follows:
#1 - Nanao Station at 08:58, Wakura Onsen Station at 09:04, arriving at Anamizu Station at 09:58.
#2 - Anamizu Station at 11:02, Wakura Onsen Station at 11:58, arriving at Nanao Station at 12:04.
#3 - Nanao Station at 12:26, Wakura Onsen Station at 12:32, arriving at Anamizu Station at 13:27.
#4 - Anamizu Station at 14:30, Wakura Onsen Station at 15:11, arriving at Nanao Station at 15:17.
#5 - Nanao Station at 15:33, Wakura Onsen Station at 15:45, arriving at Anamizu Station at 16:35.