2025 Toyama Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

Takaoka Otogi no Mori Park in Toyama Prefecture is a unique place with a Doraemon vacant lot😍🎉 There are playground equipment and a free indoor kids space The grass and trampolines made the kids very happy^ ^ It's a large park, well maintained and highly recommended✨ 📍 1342 Sano, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture 🚗 Free parking 🍼 Nursing room, diaper changing station available #Free spot #Breastfeeding with children

By taking a Shogawa Gorge cruise in Toyama-ken, you will get a great experience of the four seasons. While it is widely believed that winter is the most beautiful season in Shogawa, it actually has great scenery all year round. "Ohmaki onsen" is considered the "last secret area of the Japanese archipelago". This is why the creators of Japanese detective television series favor this shooting location.

Can you really enjoy this breathtaking view for free? From the train window, you can see the stunning blue sea. "Wow, Toyama is this beautiful," I couldn't help but exclaim. Just ahead lies Roadside Station Amaharashi! This is the only place where you can see the Tateyama Mountain Range across the sea. Under the right conditions, the sparkling sea and snow-capped mountains align like a picturesque painting. From the observation deck on the second floor, as you gaze at this scenery, you might think, "A trip just to come here would be worth it." Inside the facility, there’s a café, a tourist information center, and a gallery showcasing works by local artists. And yet, admission is free—almost unbelievable. This is a scenic spot worth stopping by during your journey. ⸻ 📍 Roadside Station Amaharashi 24-74 Ota, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture 🚃 5-minute walk from JR Amaharashi Station (about 20 minutes by train from Ainokaze Toyama Railway Takaoka Station) 🚗 About 30 minutes by car from Hokuriku Expressway Takaoka-kita IC 🕒 Facility hours: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM (Observation space open 24 hours) 💰 Admission: Free

This Dragon Boat Festival, I visited the Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art, an ideal destination for art enthusiasts. The museum showcases a variety of contemporary art pieces, immersing visitors in a sea of creativity. Today, the museum hosted a special art exchange event, attracting numerous artists and visitors from different places. Everyone shared inspiration and discussed artworks in a lively and friendly atmosphere. Such exchanges not only deepen the understanding of art but also allow me to experience cultural diversity. Spending the Dragon Boat Festival at the Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art and participating in the art exchange has brought me plenty of inspiration and reflection. Whether admiring the artworks or joining the activities, this place has become a unique venue for celebration. Opening Hours: Daily 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Transportation: Take public transport to Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art Approximate Cost: Adults 500 yen Reminder: Maintain silence and respect the art Safety Note: Be aware of your surroundings and maintain a safe distance

#springitinerary Looking for spring vibes that hit different? the Spring Quartet in Toyama is where it’s at. Imagine walking along a river lined with hundreds of cherry blossoms, then turning around to catch bright yellow rapeseed flowers and colorful tulip fields, all with snow-capped mountains chilling in the background. It’s like nature threw a wild color party, and you’re invited. The best time to visit is early to mid-April when everything’s in full bloom. Bonus points if you catch the evening when they light little bonfires among the cherry trees, super magical and cozy. Getting there is easy, there’s a shuttle from the nearby train station during peak season, or you can drive and park nearby. Honestly, just bring your camera and a snack, then soak up those seriously stunning spring views. It’s the kind of place that makes you wanna slow down and just enjoy the moment.

#springitinerary you're craving those pink petal vibes but want to skip the crowds, Shio-no-Senbon Sakura in Toyama is your springtime sweet spot. Imagine walking along a peaceful riverside trail lined with a thousand cherry trees, yeah, it's as dreamy as it sounds. The whole path turns into a soft pink tunnel, and it’s perfect for a chill stroll, slow bike ride, or just laying down on a blanket with snacks and soaking it all in. The best part? It’s super low-key. You won’t be shoulder-to-shoulder with a million people like at the big sakura hotspots. The blossoms usually peak mid-April, and the vibe is pure calm. It’s an easy walk from the nearby train stations or a quick drive if you’ve got wheels. Bring your camera, your favorite drink, and your spring mood, this spot’s a quiet cherry blossom wonderland.

#cherryblossom25 For this trip, I first headed to Kyoto and then went on to Toyama. Toyama was colder, and the cherry blossoms bloomed later, which made the timing perfect. However, Kyoto was so crowded, and the experience wasn’t as enjoyable as in Toyama. In Kyoto, the streets and spots were overflowing with people, especially around popular places like the Bekiri-tei cherry blossom paths and the Tōkō-bune boat ride. The atmosphere felt a bit hectic compared to the serene experience I had in Toyama. Toyama, on the other hand, offered a quieter, more peaceful sakura experience. It was less crowded, allowing me to enjoy the beauty of the cherry blossoms more intimately. Definitely a hidden gem for those looking for a calm cherry blossom experience away from the crowds! #naturalwonders

#VisaFreeTravel Tonami Tulip Park — The Land of Dreamy Flowers 🌷 🍀 Tulips are the official flower of Toyama Prefecture, and Tonami City is one of the leading tulip bulb growers in Japan. 🌿 🌈A famous flower garden in Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture, where every spring, more than 3 million tulips of 300 varieties are created! The Tonami Tulip Fair is held from late April to early May every year. 🌸 The highlight is the Tulip Tower, where you can see the view from above, and the Tulip Skywalk, where you can see the garden in 360 degrees. 🌼 The romantic atmosphere, no matter which angle you take a picture from, it's like you've entered a fairy tale world. ✨ Suitable for families, couples, and real photographers! 📸 📍Address: Tonami Tulip Park, Toyama, Japan

#Toyama #Asahi Day 1 Depart from Nagoya Chubu Airport to Gero Onsen Yamagataya The lobby manager of Yamagata House knows Mandarin and Cantonese, and the service is very good👍🏽👌 Day 2 Departure to Toyama Prefecture, Matsukawa Cherry Blossoms, Toyama Castle, stay at Ana Toyama ANA Hotel (this stay was average) Day 3 Asahi Town Spring Quartet Day 4 return trip to Naarai-juku, Nirasaki, century-old cherry blossoms, stay in Shizuoka, Associa This hotel is very good, the room is large, and you can see Mount Fuji Day 5 Qingshui Seafood Market Sadoka Day 6 Back to Central Japan Airport

Favorite season of the year! 🌸

#cherryblossom25 Toyama sakura season view is truly unforgettable. Walking along the pond in the park, accompanied by happy swimming ducks, surrounded by Sakura trees, locals were picnic or just lying under the Sakura tree. enjoy the beautiful spring! The view is scenic, the heart is beating, the mind is clear, What a wonderful world I'm in. This is the most remarkable moment of the year! #familytravel #toyama #sakurajapan #travel #sakurajapan #traveljapan

#SeasonalEvent A Japanese miracle of spring that everyone should see at least once in their lifetime. Cherry blossoms, rape blossoms, tulips, and snowy mountains. Do you know the dreamlike scenery of spring flowers and remaining snow? Along the Funakawa River in Asahi Town, Toyama Prefecture, a spectacular view called the "Spring Quartet" spreads out before you, which can only be seen at this time. What is the Spring Quartet? Cherry blossoms x rape blossoms x tulips x snowy mountains (Mt. Asahi) These four symbols of spring bloom all at once, creating a symphony of spring. The 1200-meter-long cherry blossom tunnel is a fantastic avenue woven with four colors of cherry blossoms: ・Pale pink that blooms softly like a cloud ・Misty red ・White like snow ・Pale pink that softly colors spring... In addition, a field of rapeseed flowers and tulips spreads out at your feet, and in the background stands the majestic Mount Asahi, still covered in snow. It's a miraculous landscape that makes you feel as if you've wandered into a picture book world. Details Location: Funakawashin, Asahi-machi, Shimoniikawa-gun, Toyama Prefecture Best time: Early April every year (may vary slightly depending on the weather) Access: ・From Toyama Railway's "Tomari Station", Take the limited-time "Spring Quartet Tourist Bus" for about 10 minutes. Night romance | Cherry blossoms and bonfires On special nights, bonfires are lit under the rows of cherry trees, and the petals dancing in the night breeze and the flickering flames are like a dream. A walk through the quiet spring night amid the faintly red cherry blossoms is sure to be an unforgettable memory. This spring, for those who are not satisfied with just cherry blossom viewing. "Spring Quartet" -- a miraculous spring scene that can only be seen in Japan. Experience the emotion that cannot be conveyed through photographs.

#DomesticTravelRecords A record of my trip to Toyama ✈︎ ────⟢⋮✈︎ ────⟢⋮✈︎ ────⟢⋮✈︎ ─── ◼︎Takaoka Daibutsu The bronze seated statue of Amida Nyorai at Daibutsu-ji Temple in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture is 16m tall It took 26 years to complete, starting in 1907 ◼︎Takaoka Castle Ruins A castle located in Furushiro, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture It was built in 1609 by Maeda Toshinaga, the second head of the Kaga Maeda clan ◼︎Toyama Castle Ruins A castle located in Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture It was built in 1543 by Jinbo Nagamoto It later became the castle of Sassa Narimasa and Maeda Toshinaga #CastleTour #Toyama #ToyamaTrip #ToyamaTourism #Domestic travel #Solo trip #Women's trip

📍SaunaTaloToyama A stylish sauna facility with a cafe-like atmosphere. It's still new, so it's very clean. When I went on a weekday morning, there were hardly any people there, so it was a hidden gem! 【INFORMATION】 SaunaTaloToyama 📮931-8314 1-2-35 Awashimacho, Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture 🕑6:00-0:00 #0 yen trip November

The view from the temple near Fuji-Q Highland was very beautiful 🏔️ The charm of Mt. Fuji in winter is its majestic and quiet appearance. The snow-covered peak stands out even more in the clear winter air, and the contrast with the blue sky is beautiful. The scenery with the surrounding lakes and forests also has a quiet beauty unique to winter, and the scenery woven by the silvery white world and Mt. Fuji is very fantastic. Especially at the time of sunrise and sunset, Mt. Fuji shines red and orange for a moment, and its expression that changes in an instant is said to be breathtakingly beautiful. The clear air in winter also provides good visibility, allowing you to enjoy the majestic appearance of Mt. Fuji more clearly. For tourists, the experience of viewing the snowy scenery of Mt. Fuji while soaking in hot springs around Mt. Fuji is also one of the attractions of winter. The charm of Mount Fuji in winter lies in its majestic and serene appearance. The snow-covered peak stands out even more in the clear winter air, creating a striking contrast against the blue sky. The surrounding lakes and forests also possess a unique quiet beauty in winter, and the landscape, with Mount Fuji set against a world of white, is truly enchanting. Especially during sunrise or sunset, when Mount Fuji is bathed in shades of red and orange, the mountain takes on a breathtaking beauty as its appearance changes moment by moment. The crisp winter air provides excellent visibility, allowing for a clearer view of Mount Fuji’s grandeur. For visitors, soaking in the hot springs around Mount Fuji while gazing at the snowy landscape is another one of the special experiences that make winter so captivating. Beautiful Scenery of Japan 🇯🇵 Mount Fuji was very beautiful.🏔️ #trip#japan #Mt.Fuji #Japan

Places to view the Tateyama Mountains : 1) Toyama City Hall Observation Tower. It's free!! 2) Kurehayama Park Observatory/Park. It's also free! But need to drive up to the park. 3) Amaharashi Coast. Take the train there or drive there. It's so beautiful and tranquil.. #japan #japaninspring #japanbeauty #toyama #tateyama

#cherryblossom2024 Toyama Prefectural Central Botanical Garden is a wonderful place where you can enjoy the rich nature and beautiful world of plants. Inside the park, flowers and trees bloom throughout the year, and you'll discover something new every time you visit. There is also a vast lawn area in the park, which is perfect for family picnics or playing with children. There is also a cafe inside the park, so you can spend some relaxing time there. Additionally, the facilities within the park are extremely clean and well-maintained, making for a pleasant stroll. The staff are friendly and will answer any questions you may have. A great place to relax and get in touch with nature.

There was an earthquake on the Noto Peninsula recently. I was lucky enough to visit Toyama right before that. Toyama is a tourist destination with snow-covered mountains that people visit to see the ice walls. If it's difficult to go to Europe next time, I'll visit Toyama, the Switzerland of Asia! #HongKongFlightEvent

Toyama Prefecture_Oiwayama Nisseki (Oiwaya Fudo) 163 Oiwa, Kamiichi-cho, Nakaniikawa-gun, Toyama Prefecture 930-0463 Oiwayama Nisseki-ji Temple, the head temple of the Shingon sect, is an ancient temple said to have been founded by Gyoki in 725. The five rock-carved Buddha statues, designated as important cultural properties by the country, are the statue of Acala, two children (Konkaradoji and Seitakadoji), the statue of Amida Nyorai, and the statue of a monk. Among them, the statue of Acala (height approx. 3.5m) is considered one of the best rock-carved Buddha statues in the country due to its size, beauty, and state of preservation. The water that springs around the rock of Acala, called "Oiwaya Fuji Water," is said to be effective in curing eye diseases, and has been designated as one of "Toyama's famous waters," and many people come to draw the water. There are six waterfalls behind the temple, and you can do ascetic training under them. It is said that it can get rid of worldly desires... And the famous local dish is Oiwa somen! It feels a little different from other somen noodles It has thin noodles and a simple, elegant taste There is often a long line Relax in the nearby hot springs♨️ We hope you will stop by when you come to Toyama. It will bring you good fortune! #Toyama #Oiwayama Nissekiji #Hot springs #Winter trip #Acala statue #Spiritual spot #Benefits #Shrines and temples #Kukai #Kobo Daishi #Gourmet #Local food

Nanto City in Toyama Prefecture… Local hot springs on the mountain ♨️ Selling local fruits and vegetables It's very high up in the mountains, only locals go there. Good water quality and beautiful scenery

Kurehasan Park Urban Greenery Botanical Garden is a pleasant walking park in Toyama A representative garden in Toyama, the beginning of the Noto Peninsula, where greenery blooms in abundance..A landscape of an arboretum from spring to summer.. Toyama Kurehasan Park Urban Greenery Botanical Garden recommended for travelers from small cities #JapanTravelRecommendation #KurehasanPark #呉羽山公園都市緑化植物園

Even in Japan, where people are serious about cherry blossoms, Toyama is a place that Koreans don't often visit, but the drive course along the coastline of Heosu and Onsen is a place of art. When the cherry blossom season comes, cherry trees that seem to be at least 100 years old form a group of cherry blossoms in the park in front of the Toyama Prefectural Library. It's a spectacular sight.... I recommend the cherry blossoms in Toyama for a small city trip. #CherryBlossomPlaces

#CherryBlossomSpots Cherry blossoms on Mt. Uayama, a famous cherry blossom spot in Japan... The cherry blossoms that cover the entire mountain are large and magnificent... The cherry blossom road drivers that run along the coastline from Toyama to the Noto Peninsula boast a wonderful scenery. The cherry blossoms are magnificent, densely packed, low on the low mountains and high on the high mountains. One of them, Mt. Uayama in Toyama City, is the best for walking and trekking to appreciate cherry blossoms.

#GourmetExploration #JapanTravelRecommendation For a gourmet restaurant in Toyama, we went to the famous franchise Tsushiro. There are Tsushiros that cost 200 yen or 300 yen for a plate of 120 yen, and there is also the famous Kuro Ramen... Ink Ramen is a famous ramen in Toyama. It is made with squid ink, so it is good for your health. I recommend that you try the conveyor belt sushi on your Toyama tour and definitely try the Kuro Ramen★

I wanted to go there... I went to Toyama on the Noto Peninsula after much difficulty. Toyama on the Noto Peninsula across the East Sea where spring begins... I've been on many pilgrimage routes, but is there another place as beautiful, scenic, and warmly sunny as Yeoji? ★★ ​​I want to try living in Toyama for a month... Listening to Ishikawa Sayuri on the Noto Peninsula. I trek here and there on the Noto Peninsula from Toyama ★★★