Top 10 Hidden Tourist Spots In Toyama Prefecture [Secret Gem Edition]

2025年4月9日

There are many hidden gems in Toyama Prefecture that are not yet known!

We have carefully selected quiet natural and cultural spots with few tourists.

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1. Amahara Beach

A spectacular beach overlooking the Tateyama mountain range across Toyama Bay.

Especially recommended on a sunny morning.

- Access
About a 5-minute walk from Amahara Station

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2. Kanayama-cho

A town of casting that has continued since the Edo period.
A hidden gem where you can feel the history quietly with beautiful streets with cobblestones and lattice doors.

- Access
About a 15-minute walk from Takaoka Station

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3. Midagahara

A highland marshland that stretches over 1,600m above sea level, a spectacular spot known as a stopover on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.

It is also known as a famous spot for observing sea of clouds and starry skies, and you can experience another world wrapped in tranquility.

- Access
About 50 minutes by cable car + Kogen bus from Tateyama Station (get off at Midagahara bus stop)

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4. Asahimachi Hisui Beach

A beautiful pebble beach, a niche spot where you can enjoy searching for natural jade.

- Access
About 15 minutes on foot from Tomari Station

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5. Etchu Yao Hikiyama Festival

A traditional festival held every May, with a charming history and splendor.

Gorgeous Hikiyama (floats) parade through the stone-paved streets of Yao, and at night, lanterns are lit up, creating a fantastic atmosphere.

- Access
About 15 minutes on foot from Etchu Yao Station

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6. Shogawa Gorge Sightseeing Boat

A pleasure boat to enjoy the gentle flow of the Shogawa Gorge.
The mountain scenery changes with the seasons, creating a spectacular view.

- Access
About 40 minutes by bus from Tonami Station

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7. Oiwayama Nissekiji Temple

An ancient temple famous for the statue of Acala carved into the rock wall.
A quiet power spot where you can feel both nature and history.

- Access
About 20 minutes by bus or 15 minutes by car from Kamiichi Station

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8. Matsukawa Pleasure Boat

A cruise around the river near Toyama Castle Park.
Especially recommended during cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.

- Access
About 10 minutes on foot from Toyama Station

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9. Uozu Aquarium

One of the oldest aquariums in Japan, it displays fish, jellyfish, and large tanks from Toyama Bay.
It also has local ecological exhibits and a touch pool, making it popular with families with children.

- Access
About 10 minutes by bus from Uozu Station / About 25 minutes on foot

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