Our Path to Noto explores the Hokuriku region of Japan along the western coast, which would include journeying through Ishikawa, Toyama and Fukui. With sheer cliffs, diversified rocks and mountainous terrain seen along the picturesque coastline from Wakasa Bay, Echizen-misaki Point, Tojinbo and Noto-hanto Peninsula, the Hokuriku region offers some of the most spectacular scenery, unique culture and amazing seafood in Japan.

The journey begins in the remote Noto Peninsula, where we embark on an amazing experience visiting markets and fishing villages as we feast on some of the best seafood in Japan; while staying at a special inn, who specialise in Italian food cooked with Noto produce—delightful!

Continuing down the coast,  we make our way to Kanazawa,  home to Kenrokuen, one of Japan’s most beautiful traditional Japanese gardens and studios of artists and craftsmen. After which, our journey continues south to Komatsu for a very special dining experience before arriving in the onsen town of Yamashiro Onsen.

With onsen and hikes into the hills and forests of Kaga, this part of the journey will certainly relax and soothe the mind and body.

After Yamashiro Onsen, we journey along the dramatic coastline to the small seaside town of Mikuni, a base for us to explore the area famous for Echizen Crabs, stunning castles and magnificent temples.

As we drive to Lake Biwa, we stop in Mihama to visit one of Japan’s best sake breweries. We visit Miho Musuem and the small towns along Lake Biwa before the journey concludes at Kyoto.