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The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route and the jewel of Toyama Bay โ€” the dazzling white shrimp. A land of pharmaceuticals and traditional Etchu culture.

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Kasuga Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access (Toyama)

A day-trip hot spring in the hills outside Toyama City, popular with families.โ€ฆ

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Ikuji Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices (Toyama)

A quiet hot spring in Kurobe town of spring water, surrounded by famous waters and fresh sโ€ฆ

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Kintaro Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access

A famed salt-and-sulfur spring in Uozu, proud of its expansive garden-style bathing hall.โ€ฆ

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Mikurigaike Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access

Japan highest hot spring at 2,400 meters in Murodo, boasting spectacular alpine views.โ€ฆ

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Tateyama Sanroku Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Prices

A highland hot spring at the foot of the Tateyama range, a base for skiing and mountaineerโ€ฆ

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Ogawa Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access (Toyama)

A historic single inn in an Asahi-machi ravine, famed for its natural cave open-air bath.โ€ฆ

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Omaki Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access (Toyama)

A hidden single inn on the shore of the Shogawa Gorge lake, reachable only by boat.โ€ฆ

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Shogawa Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A hot spring district scattered along the clear Shogawa River in western Toyama, soothed bโ€ฆ

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Meiken Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices (Toyama)

A remote single-inn hot spring deep in the Kurobe Gorge, reached on foot from the trolley โ€ฆ

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Unazuki Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access

Toyama largest hot spring resort at the gateway to the Kurobe Gorge, famed for its clear wโ€ฆ

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Genge Deep-Sea Fish: Where to Eat & Prices (Toyama)

A gelatinous deep-sea fish savored along Toyama Bay.โ€ฆ

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Nyuzen Jumbo Suika: Where to Eat & Prices (Toyama)

A giant watermelon of Nyuzen town, reaching forty centimeters long.โ€ฆ

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Takaoka Korokke: Local Food Guide & How to Eat (Toyama)

A local croquette pride of Takaoka, a top croquette-loving city.โ€ฆ

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Kobujime Kelp-Cured Fish: Where to Eat & Prices (Toyama)

Sashimi cured between kelp to draw out deep umami in Toyama.โ€ฆ

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Benizuwaigani Red Snow Crab: Local Food Guide (Toyama)

A vivid red snow crab caught in the deep waters of Toyama Bay.โ€ฆ

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Himi and Amaharashi Coast Seafood Model Course

A seaside day viewing the Tateyama peaks from Amaharashi Coast and tasting fresh seafood aโ€ฆ

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Masuzushi Trout Sushi: Where to Eat & Prices (Toyama)

A round pressed trout sushi packed in a wooden container.โ€ฆ

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Toyama City and Fugan Canal Kansui Park Model Course

A city course from Fugan Canal Kansui Park with waterside walks, tram rides, and a visit tโ€ฆ

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Himi Kanburi Winter Yellowtail: Where to Eat (Toyama)

Premium fatty yellowtail landed at Himi port in winter.โ€ฆ

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Gokayama Gassho Villages World Heritage Model Course

A day visiting the Suganuma and Ainokura gassho villages to feel the World Heritage scenerโ€ฆ

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Unazuki Onsen and Kurobe Gorge Trolley Model Course

A day based in Unazuki Onsen riding the trolley train deep into Kurobe Gorge and enjoying โ€ฆ

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Hotaruika Firefly Squid: Where to Eat & Prices (Toyama)

A tiny squid that glows blue and signals spring in Toyama Bay.โ€ฆ

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Crossing Model Course

A one-day crossing from Tateyama Station using cable cars and ropeways to reach the alpineโ€ฆ

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Shiroebi Glass Shrimp: Where to Eat & Prices (Toyama)

The jewel of Toyama Bay, a translucent and sweet tiny shrimp.โ€ฆ

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Toyama Black Ramen: Local Food Guide (Toyama)

A jet-black soy soup ramen born in downtown Toyama City.โ€ฆ

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Etchu Gokoku Hachimangu, One of the Oldest Shrines in Toyama City

A Hachiman shrine with some of the oldest history in Toyama, said to date back about two tโ€ฆ

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Ananadan Sacred Water, a Famous Spring of the Valley in Kamiichi

A sacred spring in a valley of Kamiichi, chosen among the 100 famous waters of Japan. Saidโ€ฆ

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Futagami Imizu Shrine, the Former Site of Imizu Shrine at the Foot of Mount Futagami

The original site of Imizu Shrine, a great shrine of the Engishiki. Nestled at the southerโ€ฆ

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Iwase Suwa Shrine, a Hidden Spot for Fortune in a Toyama Port Town

An old shrine in the port town of Iwase near Toyama Bay. It enshrines Daikoku for prosperoโ€ฆ

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Kushida Shrine, an Ancient Shrine of Marriage Harmony in the Forest of Imizu

An ancient shrine listed in the Engishiki, said to have been founded over a thousand yearsโ€ฆ

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Nakae Sacred Water, a Holy Spring of the Water Deity in the Gokayama Region

Sacred water welling up beneath a shrine to the water goddess. Used in making Gokayama wasโ€ฆ

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Nawagaike, a Natural Lake of Dragon Legend Embraced by Old-Growth Forest in Nanto

A natural mountain lake surrounded on three sides by old-growth forest. A legend of wellinโ€ฆ

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Keta Shrine, a First Shrine of Etchu for Marriage Bonds in Fushiki, Takaoka

One of the first shrines of old Etchu, said to date from the Yoro era. It enshrines a marrโ€ฆ

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Takase Shrine, the First Shrine of Etchu and a Place of Marriage Bonds in Nanto

The foremost shrine of old Etchu Province, with a history said to span two thousand years.โ€ฆ

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Oiwasan Nisseki Temple, a Mountain Sanctuary of Shingon Buddhism in Kamiichi

An ancient temple in Kamiichi where the monk Gyoki is said to have carved Fudo Myoo into tโ€ฆ

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5 Photogenic Buildings and Townscapes in Toyama

Toyama Prefecture is not just about the majestic nature of the Tateyama mountain range.โ€ฆ

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5 Photogenic Gourmet Treats and Souvenirs in Toyama

When you say Toyama Prefecture, it is a treasure trove of fine cuisine that prides itself โ€ฆ

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5 Photogenic Spectacular-View Spots in Toyama

Toyama Prefecture is a "treasure trove of photogenic views" condensing astonishingly diverโ€ฆ

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5 Photogenic Power Spots in Toyama

Toyama Prefecture is a treasure trove of mystical power spots nurtured by the majestic Tatโ€ฆ

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Toyama Winter Travel: Tateyama Snow Wall & Himi Winter Yellowtail

Mountain scenery dyed silvery white, superb winter delicacies nurtured by the rough waves โ€ฆ

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Toyama Autumn Foliage: Tateyama, Shomyo Falls & Kurobe Gorge

Embraced by the bounty of the Sea of Japan and peaks in the 3,000 m class, Toyama Prefectuโ€ฆ

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Toyama Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots

Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Toyama. Spring sakura viewing guide wiโ€ฆ

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Toyama Local Gourmet Guide: Masuzushi (Trout Sushi)

Discover Toyama''s unique local cuisine including ใพใ™ๅฏฟๅธ. A food lover''s guide to the best โ€ฆ

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Rainy Day in Toyama: Best Indoor Spots & Activities

Don't let the rain stop you in Toyama! Discover top indoor attractions including ๅฏŒๅฑฑ็œŒ็พŽ่ก“้คจ, ๅฏŒโ€ฆ

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Toyama Food Guide: Masu no Sushi, Shiro-ebi & Buri Shabu

Toyama Bay is a treasure trove. The iconic masu no sushi, the translucent white shrimp andโ€ฆ

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Toyama City: Compact City with Historic Trams

Toyama City, attracting attention as an environmentally advanced city, where exploring by โ€ฆ

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Kurobe Canyon Trolley Train: Exploring Deep Wilderness Nature

A trolley train journey through Japan's deepest canyon, with breathtaking scenery of sheerโ€ฆ

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Himi Kanburi: Japan's Premier Large Wild Yellowtail Production Area

Himi Fishing Port where large wild yellowtail migrating through the winter Japan Sea are lโ€ฆ

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Takaoka: Manyoshu Poetry Monuments and Traditional Craft Town

Takaoka, associated with the Manyoshu poetry anthology, where traditional metalcraft (Takaโ€ฆ

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Tonami Tulip Fair: Paradise of 700,000 Tulip Blooms

A festival of 700,000 tulip blooms held every April-May, with spring Toyama enjoyment combโ€ฆ

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Toyama Tateyama Climbing: Sacred Summit and Panoramic Views of Oyama

At the summit of Oyama (3,003m), the highest peak of the Tateyama range, Oyama Shrine's maโ€ฆ

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Unazuki Onsen: Famous Hot Spring at the Gateway to Kurobe Canyon

Unazuki Onsen at the gateway to Kurobe Canyon, a journey of relaxation in hot spring inns โ€ฆ

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Toyama Bay Seafood: White Shrimp and Firefly Squid from the Mysterious Bay

Toyama Bay, called the "natural fish tank," where white shrimp and firefly squid unique toโ€ฆ

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Gokayama Gassho-zukuri Hamlet: World Heritage in the Remote Wilderness

World Heritage alongside Shirakawa-go, the quiet charm of Gassho-zukuri farmhouses remainiโ€ฆ

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Yatsuo Owara Kaze no Bon: Fantastical Dance Swaying on Autumn Nights

Toyama's premier festival held only three days September 1-3. The fantastical sight of danโ€ฆ

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Tateyama Kurobe Snow Wall: Walking the Corridor of 15-meter Snow Walls

A snow corridor walkable only April-June each year. The spectacular scenery of up to 15-meโ€ฆ

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Takaoka Copperware: World-Class Metal Craft Born from 400 Years of Tradition

Takaoka's copper industry accounting for about 95% of Japan's copper production, traditionโ€ฆ

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Uozu Mirage: Fantastical Scenery Appearing over Toyama Bay

Mirages appearing over Toyama Bay spring through summer. Uozu City is famous as Japan's toโ€ฆ

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Imizu Naikawa: Strolling the Venice-Like Canal-Side Port Town

Imizu City's Naikawa, called the "Venice of Japan," is a beautiful canal-side port town wiโ€ฆ

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Takaoka Great Buddha: One of Japan's Three Great Buddhas, the Face of Takaoka

Takaoka Great Buddha, one of Japan's Three Great Buddhas alongside Nara and Kamakura. The โ€ฆ

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Toyama Glass Art Museum: Art Space Designed by World-Renowned Architect

A museum designed by architect Kengo Kuma opened in 2015 in central Toyama City, housing oโ€ฆ

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Toyama Traveling Medicine Culture: 300-Year Tradition of Medicine Peddlers

Toyama medicine peddlers who traveled nationwide with the spirit of "use first, pay later.โ€ฆ

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Toyama Black Ramen: Dense Soy Sauce Local Noodles

Toyama Black, characterized by jet-black soy sauce soup, is nationally famous as a local rโ€ฆ

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Tonami Scattered Village: Scenic View of Farmhouses Scattered in Fields

The unique rural landscape "Scattered Village" spreading across Tonami Plain. Aerial photoโ€ฆ

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Nyuzen Super Melon: Sacred Ground of Toyama's Proud Brand Melon

The luxury brand melon "Nyuzen Super Melon" cultivated in Nyuzen Town, Toyama, characterizโ€ฆ

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route โ€” A Great 3,000m Mountain Traverse

Experience the spectacular Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, traversing the Northern Alps at 3โ€ฆ

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White Shrimp and Winter Yellowtail of Toyama Bay โ€” Toyama's Jewel Gourmet

Savor Toyama Bay's legendary white shrimp (shiro ebi) and rich winter yellowtail (buri), tโ€ฆ

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Autumn Foliage of Tateyama Kurobe and Gokayama Gassho-Zukuri Village

Witness stunning autumn foliage along the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route and visit the UNESCโ€ฆ

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route โ€” A Heavenly Power Spot Along the Ridge of the Gods

Traverse the spectacular Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, cutting through towering snow wallsโ€ฆ

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Oyama Shrine โ€” The Shrine of Tateyama, the Sacred Peak of Hokuriku

Visit Oyama Shrine dedicated to Tateyama, one of Japan's three sacred mountains, enshrinedโ€ฆ

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Fugan Canal Kansui Park โ€” Toyama's Glittering Waterfront Park

Stroll the beautiful Fugan Canal Kansui Park in Toyama, famous for its scenic canal views,โ€ฆ