Hakusan City

Hakusan City (白山市) is a city located in Ishikawa Prefecture, in the Hokuriku region of Japan. The city is named after Mount Hakusan, one of Japan’s three sacred mountains, which is located partly within the city’s southern area.

Hakusan City is known for its beautiful natural scenery, which includes mountains, rivers, and forests. The city is also home to a number of hot springs, such as Shiramine Onsen and Kuwajima Onsen, which are popular with tourists and locals alike.

One of the most famous attractions in Hakusan City is the Hakusan National Park, which encompasses Mount Hakusan and the surrounding area across Ishikawa, Fukui, Gifu, and Toyama prefectures. The park is known for its stunning natural beauty, including waterfalls, gorges, and alpine flora and fauna. Visitors can hike on one of the many trails in the park, or they can take a guided tour to learn more about the area’s natural and cultural history. Hakusan City provides convenient access points to the park from the Ishikawa Prefecture side.

In addition to its natural attractions, Hakusan City is also known for its cultural heritage. The city has a number of historic sites and cultural landmarks, including the Hakusan Shrine, which is dedicated to the god of Mount Hakusan, and the Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Traditional Arts and Crafts, where visitors can see demonstrations and exhibitions of Kaga Yuzen, a traditional Japanese dyeing technique.

Other notable attractions in Hakusan City include the Tedori Gorge, one of Japan’s three major gorges and a designated National Place of Scenic Beauty, the Hakusan Dinosaur Park Shiramina, which exhibits dinosaur fossils and replicas, and the Shishiku Plateau, accessible by gondola and offering paragliding and skiing opportunities.

Attractions in Hakusan City

Getting there

By Train and Bus:

• From Kanazawa Station, take the Hokuriku Main Line to Matto Station or Tsurugi Station.
• From Tsurugi Station, you can take a bus to various locations in Hakusan City, including the foothills of Mount Hakusan. Buses run from Tsurugi Station to Sena and Shiramine.

By Car:

• From Kanazawa, you can drive to Hakusan City via the Hokuriku Expressway. The drive offers scenic views and takes about 30-60 minutes depending on your destination within Hakusan City.

By Air:

• Fly into Komatsu Airport, then take a bus to Komatsu Station. From there, you can catch a train on the Hokuriku Main Line towards Matto or Tsurugi.

Cycling:

• Hakusan City is also accessible by bicycle, with rental options available at Tsurugi Station. There are cycling paths like the Hakusan Tedori River Route and Tedori Canyon Road for those who enjoy outdoor activities.