Explore the rich tradition of farming and fishing in Noto Peninsula

Jutting out into the Sea of Japan, the remote Noto Peninsula is a breathtaking landscape where undulating mountains meet the jagged coastline. Take a leisurely cycling tour around the peninsula to learn about its traditional Japanese culture of fishing and farming that’s inscribed on the World Agricultural Heritage List as the “Satoyama and Satoumi of Noto.” Nurtured by the rich resources of the mountains and ocean, the landscape is well represented by terraced rice paddies that stagger towards the coast and rugged coastlines eroded by wind and waves.

This fascinating peninsula can be fully appreciated with a three-hour bicycle tour of its meandering hills. With a local guide, you can understand and enjoy Noto’s unique culture of satoyama (mountain agriculture) and satoumi (sustainable fishing), and experience its traditional culture, crafts, and festivals. Travel through Noto’s bountiful nature and traditional villages as you interact with locals to learn about their unique relationship and bonds with nature.