Sitting on the Coast of The Japan Sea, Toyama Prefecture has some of the most scenic views you could possibly wish for. The Amaharashi Coast lets you view the 9000 ft Tateyama Mountain ranges while you are surrounded by the ocean. A unique sight that is rarely seen in other countries. With views like this, Toyama Harbor was voted into “the most beautiful harbor in the World” club in 2014. Toyama Castle, Tateyama Mountain ranges, all can be seen from the cute Trams that run through the streets of Toyama City. A novel way to travel around.
Toyama is not only about the beautiful natural sights. The history, the food, and the local people make it a destination that will be remembered.
Tantalize your tase buds with Toyama Sushi, a delicacy for Japanese people alike. Also known as the “Natural Ikezu”, or “living fish tank”, you can get some of the freshest Sushi in all of Japan. With fish taken from the Toyama Harbor and using Toyama grown rice, you can sit at a luxury counter of a Sushi Restaurant and feel at ease with the quality and price.
It I always important to venture away from the central areas. Over 70% of Japan is still pristine nature, and no exemption for Toyama Prefecture. A mere 1 hour away is the Unesco Registered World Heritage village of Gokayama. View hundreds of traditional Thatched Roof Houses, a natural environment that hasn’t changed for hundreds of years. Slip back in time, and experience the unique architecture of the houses, and also maybe try your hands at making Japanese Rice Paper.
Highlights: Amaharashi Coast • Toyama Art Museum • World Heritage Village Gokayama • Japanese rice paper (Washi) experience • Wakatsuru Whisky Distillery • Takaoka City • Daibutsu (Buddha Statue /1 of the 3 most important Buddha Statues of Japan) • Fujiko F Fujio Art Gallery (Creator of Doraemon / Ninja Hattori-kun / Obake no Q-taro)
Recommended length of stay: 1-2 nights