Noto

The Noto flows from the Sikhote-Alin toward the upper Ussuri through a valley enclosed by wooded ridges. The river and its tributaries offered a way across the mountains toward the sea, following routes used by hunters and travelers. Its lower valley meets the Ussuri's long northward course, while smaller streams descend from the forested heights. The name Noto was associated with the animals of the surrounding woods, where fur and game were important resources.