Cities Near Noshiro
Cities near Noshiro, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Ōdate, Akita, Hirosaki. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Noshiro, Japan is Ōdate, about 28 mi (46 km) away — roughly 55 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōdate | 28 mi / 46 km | 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Akita | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hirosaki | 35 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Aomori | 56 mi / 90 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Morioka | 69 mi / 111 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Hachinohe | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Hanamaki | 81 mi / 131 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Sakata | 90 mi / 144 km | 2 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Mizusawa | 95 mi / 152 km | 2 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Tsuruoka | 103 mi / 166 km | 2 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Noshiro
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Ōdate, Akita, Hirosaki, Aomori, Morioka. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Noshiro
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Tsuruoka. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Noshiro include Ōdate, Akita, Hirosaki, Aomori, Morioka. The closest is Ōdate, about 28 miles (46 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.