Have You Heard of the Sightseeing Train "Hanayome Noren-gō" Running in Kanazawa, Ishikawa that You'd Like to Ride with Your Husband?
2017.09.11 published
Do you know the sightseeing train "Hanayome Noren-go"?
To all the future brides and graduated brides across the country! Do you know about the "Hanayome Noren-go"?
For brides from Ishikawa and Hokuriku, many of you might have heard of it ♡
The "Hanayome Noren-go" is a sightseeing train running on the JR Nanao Line in Ishikawa Prefecture *
What is the "Hanayome Noren"?
Many brides might be wondering what the "Hanayome Noren" that we are introducing today is all about *
The "Hanayome Noren" is a special curtain used in weddings in the Hokuriku region.
It is one of the bridal tools, and on the day of the wedding, it seems that the bride traditionally passes through the "Hanayome Noren" handed down through generations to head to the venue *
➡ For a detailed article on "Hanayome Noren," click here *
What kind of train is it?
Besides the beauty of its exterior, the "Hanayome Noren-go" is also impressive on the inside!
It has a two-car formation, with the first car featuring eight semi-private rooms where you can relax while enjoying the scenery *
The semi-private rooms have wonderfully Japanese-sounding names like "Daisy Room," "Chrysanthemum Room," and "Autumn Colors Room" ♡
The aisle is carpeted to resemble stepping stones in a Japanese garden ♩
The second car is characterized by luxurious interior featuring designs with gold leaf applied to Wajima lacquer patterns *
The wall patterns are so extravagant that it feels like being inside a magnificent castle....!
There’s also an event space where you can enjoy performances of traditional arts and tasting and purchasing local products ♡
It runs from Kanazawa Station to Wakura Onsen Station *
The "Hanayome Noren-go" travels the distance between Kanazawa Station and Wakura Onsen Station in Ishikawa Prefecture in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, running two round trips a day.
At the departure point, Kanazawa Station, "Hanayome Noren" decorations adorn the platform ♡
So even if you don't ride the train, the platform at Kanazawa Station is a must-visit spot to take photos if you're there ♡
So popular that reservations fill up quickly...!
The "Hanayome Noren-go" typically operates about 3 to 5 days a week.
With a limited number of services and seating available, it's quite popular, so it's recommended to make your reservation early!
By the way, while there were seats available in early October, there’s a possibility you may not be seated next to your traveling companions. Please be careful when making your reservation *
The price for a ticket between Kanazawa Station and Wakura Onsen Station is 1,380 yen for the regular fare + 1,370 yen for the limited express ticket, totaling 2,750 yen.
Tickets can be purchased from the JR website or at ticket counters ◎
Let's go on a Kanazawa trip with your husband! *
How was it? We introduced the sightseeing train "Hanayome Noren-go" running on the JR Nanao Line in Ishikawa Prefecture *
In addition to its beautiful and glamorous appearance, the train features attendants in traditional clothing, delicious meals, and the opportunity to view the landscapes of the Hokuriku region...
It promises to be a trip full of charm, so why not create wonderful memories with your husband and go check it out? ♡
➡ Jump to the official page of Hanayome Noren-go *