Majestic mountain vistas, breathtaking coastal views, and an ambience woven by history and the four seasons -- here you can enjoy the varied flavors of the changing seasons amid historical townscapes. You'll find many things to see, along with convenient access. We welcome you to Chubu, where you're sure to have a thrilling trip!
Toyama
Savor the Majesty of the Great Outdoors along with Tasty Food from Land and Sea
One attraction of Toyama Prefecture, located near the center of the Japanese archipelago, is its dynamic natural scenery that varies in altitude by some 4,000 meters, from the towering 3,000-meter peaks of the Tateyama mountain range to depths of greater than 1,000 meters below sea level in Toyama Bay.
Major specialty products : Firefly squid, Japanese amberjack, trout sushi, Himi udon noodles
Number one in Japan for : Production of tulip bulbs, production of wooden baseball bats, Kurobe Dam (the highest dam in Japan)
Sightseeing destinations : Toyama Prefectural Tourism Association
Firefly Squid Museum - THALASSOPIA
The museum introduces the secret and charms of the firefly squid, which is a mysterious creature whose body lights up in blue-white color. Visitors can enjoy a various types of displays and experience a fantastic worl...
Nanto City Johana Traditional Entertainment Center "Johana-za"
This is a multi-purpose traditional entertainment hall where traditional entertainment of Johana can be enjoyed. In the great hall that can accommodate 400 people, Mugiya Dance and An Song from the Johana-hikiyama Fes...
Takaoka Regional Local Industry Center (Foundation)
Takaoka Regional Local Industry Center introduces various crafts of Takaoka. The items include Takaoka lacquerware, copperware, Inami wood carving, fish products, medicine, aluminum products, and traditional crafts. A...
Minatogawa River Walk
Minatogawagawa River Park was established in order to provide an open space for recreation and relaxation near the water and greenery by Minato River. On the "Niji-no-hashi Bridge" located between Naka-no-hashi Bridge...
Amaharashi Coast
"Amaharashi Coast," which extends from Fushiki in Takaoka city to Nagami, is covered with white sandy beach and pine groves. It is a scenic spot known for Otoko-ishi (Men's rock) and Onna-ishi (Women's rock). The vie...