About

JAIST is located in the center of the Ishikawa Science Park, high on a hill overlooking the city of Nomi. The campus site offers natural beauty, with views of nearby counties and the city of Kanazawa to the north, the Sea of Japan to the west, forests and pastures to the south, and the spectacular Mt. Hakusan to the east. The area provides a variety of recreational facilities for every season, including several nearby ski resorts, beaches, seaside parks, golf courses, hot springs, and athletic and recreational parks. The area affords easy access to natural scenery, wilderness, and outdoor recreation. While the quiet natural setting of the campus is superbly suited for education and research, JAIST also lies mid-way between the two largest cities in Ishikawa. University shuttles regularly run between the campus and local train stations, making it easy for students to reach Komatsu and Kanazawa. The historic town of Kanazawa often referred to as "Little Kyoto," is home to various traditional cultural arts. The setting for numerous cultural events year-round lies about 20km from the JAIST campus. It is easily reached by bus or train.