This is the 3520th most frequent Japanese word.
能代
"能代" (Noshiro) is a city in Akita Prefecture, Japan.
Here, "能代" is used as part of the proper noun "能代市" referring to a specific city in Japan.
能代市は秋田県にあります。
Noshiro City is located in Akita Prefecture.
In this sentence, "能代" refers to the city, Noshiro, indicating a location where events take place.
能代では、毎年お祭りが開催されます。
In Noshiro, a festival is held annually.
In this usage, "能代" represents the place visited by the subject of the sentence, acting as a proper noun indicating a destination.