Toyama | A charming city in Hokuriku, Japan.
| A charming city in Hokuriku, Japan. Toyama Prefecture is located in the Hokuriku region of central Honshu, Japan. With the sea on one side and mountains on the other, it is a tourist destination full of charm and surprises, with natural scenery and cultural history complementing each other.
Selected attractions:
• Toyama Castle Park: Although the once-glorious Toyama Castle has been weathered by time and only a few ruins remain, you can still feel its former majesty. The park is lush with greenery, and in the cherry blossom season, the pink petals and the ancient castle ruins complement each other beautifully. Free admission.
• Kurobe Gorge: A magnificent gorge formed by the long-term erosion of the Kurobe River, with steep cliffs on both sides and a bottomless depth. Take a small train through the gorge to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons up close, from the fresh green of spring to the red leaves of autumn, like a poem or a painting. Train tickets vary depending on the route and class, usually around JPY 2,000–5,000.
🍱Food exploration:
• Toyama Bay Sushi: Made with fresh seafood from Toyama Bay, such as plump white shrimp and tender tuna, served on soft and glutinous rice, each bite is full of the delicious taste of the sea.
• Trout Sushi: Local specialty trout is specially processed, with firm meat, unique sauce, and rice, refreshing and unique.
🚗Transportation:
• You can fly to Toyama Airport, and there are buses from the airport to Toyama City and major attractions.
• Public transportation in Toyama City is mainly by bus and subway. You can buy a one-day pass for unlimited rides within a specified time, which is convenient and affordable. In addition, you can take a special train to Kurobe Gorge at Unazuki Onsen Station on the Toyama Electric Railway.
🏨Hotel selection:
• Hotel Nikko Toyama: Located in the city center, it is conveniently located near several shopping areas and food streets. The hotel rooms are spacious and bright, with complete facilities and attentive service, providing a comfortable stay.
• Unazuki Onsen Hotel: If you want to experience a hot spring trip, this hotel is a good choice. The hotel offers a variety of hot spring pools to choose from, and you can enjoy the surrounding natural beauty while soaking. The rooms have a traditional Japanese style, allowing you to experience the Japanese hot spring culture in depth.
💡Tips:
• When visiting Toyama Castle Park, take care of the monuments and the environment, and do not climb or damage them.
• When tasting Toyama Bay Sushi, you can ask the sushi chef for the best way to eat the seafood to better enjoy its freshness. 🌸🍣🚇