Ishikawa Day Trip: Noto Peninsula Sotoura Outer Harbor Bus Tour: Kanazawa Station Departure | Japan

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— Itinerary Information —

[Tour Route]
Kanazawa Station (departure by bus) → Chirihama Nagisa Driveway: 

• Noto Kongo and Gammon Gate → Zen no sato Square (Sojiji Soin-Temple) → World Heritage Shiroyone Senmaida → Okunoto Endenmura Village → Nebuta (get off) → Wajima (輪島ふらっと訪夢: Michi no Eki/ Roadside Station) (get off) → Wakura Onsen (get off) → Kanazawa Station (get off)
• When the Chirihama Nagisa Driveway is closed, the bus will stop at the Chirihama Restaurant (Chirihama Resthouse / 千里浜レストハウス).

Although the tour fee does not cover lunch, a "Vegetarian Udon Course" is available at Sojiji Soin-Temple for JP¥700. An additional fee will apply on the day. Tourists can opt to dine at the temple and witness the unique "Gokan no age" ritual led by the monks before and after the meal. Cooking and eating are integral practices in Soto Zen, and the daily prayers before fasting are a rare experience. To register for the meal, inform the tour guide on the bus, who will take a headcount of interested participants.

— Attractions — 

• Chirihama Nagisa Driveway (sandy beach open for cars)
  Buckle up for an unforgettable adventure on Japan's only beach road open to motor vehicles - the Chirihama Nagisa Driveway! This 8-kilometer stretch of sand welcomes all kinds of vehicles, from cars to bikes and even large buses! Thanks to the fine sand and firm, compact terrain, you can drive on it without 4WD. Picture yourself cruising along the beach, with crystal-clear skies above and waves lapping at your tires. This is no ordinary road trip - it's a scene straight out of a movie! When the road is closed, the bus will stop at Chirihama Restaurant. 
• Chirihama Restaurant
  At the end of Chirihama Nagisa Driveway lies a hidden gem - a restaurant and shopping haven. Indulge in fresh seafood and browse through a souvenir corner that showcases the finest products from the Kaga-Noto region, including traditional crafts like Wajima Lacquerware. With a terrace that offers sweeping views of the Japan Sea, you can snap beautiful photos against a backdrop of sand and waves. This is more than just a dining and shopping experience - it's a feast for the senses and the perfect way to cap off your Chirihama Nagisa Driveway adventure! 
• Noto Kongo and Gammon
  Prepare to be awestruck by Gammon - one of Noto Kongo Kaigan's most iconic attractions in the Noto Peninsula. A massive cliff juts out from the Japanese Sea, sculpted over millennia by the pounding waves, and has formed a stunning sea cave that measures 6 meters wide, 15 meters high, and 60 meters deep. Above the cave door, ancient pine trees grow in lush abundance. It's a breathtaking sight - with cliffs and tumultuous waves that epitomize Noto Kongo's natural beauty. Follow the road signs from the parking lot to Gammon Cave, and enjoy an easy stroll around the sea caves that will leave you spellbound. 
• Hatago Iwa (Noto Futami) (view from the car window)
  Behold the stunning Hatago Iwa, famously known as Couple Rock, for its sacred and beautiful appearance. It's also called Weaving Rock because it resembles a weaving tool. The two rocks stand tall at 16 and 12 meters, side by side and connected by ropes, creating a breathtaking sight. It's often called "Noto Futami Rock" because it resembles Futami Rock in Ise. The larger rock is the female, and the smaller one is the male, adding a touch of romance to this natural wonder. Don't miss the chance to witness the mesmerizing Hatago Iwa. 
• Sojiji Soin-Temple
  Sojiji Temple, a 700-year-old Soto Zen sect temple founded by Zen Master Taiso Keizan Zenji, is a historic and peaceful site. Despite a devastating fire in 1898 that destroyed most of the Shichido Garan, the temple was rebuilt on the original site and featured beautiful beech wood buildings. Visitors can enjoy the serene environment filled with various flowers and trees, making it a perfect place to relax and escape the daily life's hustle and bustle. 
• World Agricultural Heritage: Noto Shiroyone Senmaida
  Shiroyone Senmaida, a nationally designated scenic spot with a 380-year history, is a breathtaking rice-terraced field on the stunning slopes of the Noto coast. With 1,004 small paddy fields, it's an awe-inspiring sight to behold. Each field is so small that it can only be cultivated by traditional manual work, adding to the place's allure. Visitors can stroll along the winding paths amidst the fields to the seaside, marveling at the stunning terraced scenery that's truly one of a kind. 
• Suzu Endenmura Roadside Station (Michi no Eki)
  Shiroyone Senmaida, a nationally designated scenic spot with a 380-year history, is a breathtaking rice-terraced field on the stunning slopes of the Noto coast. With 1,004 small paddy fields, it's an awe-inspiring sight to behold. Each field is so small that it can only be cultivated by traditional manual work, adding to the place's allure. Visitors can stroll along the winding paths amidst the fields to the seaside, marveling at the stunning terraced scenery that's truly one of a kind.