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
Shoukawa Hot Springs
The area along the beautiful Shou River has many hot springs so they are generally called "Shougawa Hot Springs." The local specialty is a dish that uses ayu fish and mountain vegetables. Visitors can enjoy walking ar...
Takaoka-Mikurumayama Festival
Takaoka-Mikurumayama is a name of a float which is carried around the town during the Takaoka-Mikurumayama Festival (held on the 1st of May every year). The festival started when Maeda Toshiie made a float using a car...
Mugiya Festival
Mugiya-bushi is a folk song that was sang by the warriors of the Taira Family. These warriors came to the Gokayama area located at the border to Gifu prefecture. It is said that they sang this song and danced while th...
Shougawa Town Water Memorial Park
Shou River is a popular spot for great fishing and recreation. In Shougawa Town Water Memorial Park, you can enjoy the rich flow of the Shou River and its charms. Centering on the great fountain, which rises as up to ...
Toyama Prefecture Toga Art Park (Gasshou Culture Village)
This Park is a center for performing arts, which is known for the Toga Summer Arts Program. Various facilities such as Toya Mountain Workshop, Outdoor Theater, Shintoga Mountain Workshop, and Toga Studio are available...