Travel Toyama Itinerary:3 days Must-do list in Toyama

Day 1 | Morning

Toyama Glass Art Museum

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Tue,Thu-Sun,9:30am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 200 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 5-1 Nishichō, Toyama, 930-0062, Japan

The Toyama City Glass Museum is the culmination of the urban planning of Toyama City's "Glass City Toyama". Located in the center of Toyama, it not only professionally displays culture and art, but also plays an important role in creating a new charm of the city. The "TOYAMAKIRARI" building was designed by the famous architect Mr. Kengo Kuma himself, using the ingenious combination of building materials with different characteristics such as Mikage stone (granite produced in Mikage area), glass, aluminum, etc. generally. In addition, the interior of the building is made of wood produced in Toyama prefecture, and the shutters are inclined at different angles, which not only has a sense of warmth, but also fully realizes the openness of the space. The clever use of light and mirrors in the interior presents a sense of penetration, and the stained glass works are in the dark. It looks gorgeous.

Reviews from Real Guests:

kristala: Been here 2 years ago and it was really good place 😍.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Toyama Glass Art Museum, Toyama Municipal Folkcraft Village next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Toyama Municipal Folkcraft Village

Opening Hours: Closed from 1/1-1/4;Open from 1/5-12/27,9:00am-5:00pm;Closed from 12/28-12/31

Ticket Price: 520 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 56-1 Anyobo, Toyama, Toyama Prefecture

It can be said that Toyama Folklore and Folk Art Village is actually a collection of exhibition halls and art galleries. As early as 1965, the Folk Art Museum opened at the foot of Wuyu Mountain. Since then, the Folk Art Museum, the Folklore Museum, the Archaeological Museum, etc. It opened successively around the Folk Art Museum; it was not until 1979, the 90th anniversary of the establishment of a city in Toyama, that it was unified and listed as a Foshan Folk Folk Art Village.

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Hotel JAL City Toyama is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Hotel JAL City Toyama

Hotel JAL City Toyama is conveniently located a 3-minute walk from Toyama Station. Ideal for sightseeing as well as business. The rooms are spacious with an average area of 25 m2 and utilize digital devices to provide a comfortable stay. At the restaurant, you can enjoy dishes and local sake made with ingredients produced in the prefecture.

Day 2 | Morning

Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art and Design

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,9:30am-6:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 3-20 Kibamachi, Toyama, 930-0806, Japan

Introducing world-class collections from new perspectives, themes and presentations. Carrying out various projects, expecting new discoveries every time you visit the museum, following the pace of the times, actively accepting design ideas, and aiming to become a place that connects the public with art and design. In addition to the inside of the museum, the space including the roof where you can see the beautiful scenery of Wanshui Park and the Tateyama Mountains in the four seasons is also used effectively, and you can easily visit restaurants, cafes, museum shops, and create a new meeting place like visiting a park. . In addition to creating in studios and exhibiting in galleries, it also establishes a new type of communication place for sharing and interactive art experience through the public creation of artists.

Day 2 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art and Design, you can head to Yatsuo no Machinami, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Yatsuo no Machinami

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Yatsuomachi Suwamachi, Toyama, Toyama 939-2343, Toyama Prefecture

It is a very old neighborhood. The trails undulate and meander on the hillside. There is a gurgling river not far away. The quaint houses and streets are unique, not too commercial, and the quiet and leisurely atmosphere is very suitable for strolling in it. In addition, the local characteristics are Japanese paper and the Yuechu Yao Hikiyama Festival held on May 3 every year. The dance during the festival is very unique.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: tanoshi

Day 2 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Yatsuo no Machinami? Miyata Ryokan is one of your top choices.

Miyata Ryokan

Miyata Ryokan is located in Toyama and about 15 minutes on foot from Etchuyatsuo Station. Yukata are available for guests to wear during their stay. Guests may borrow conveniences like hair dryers and irons for free (please inquire at the front desk for details). Facilities include a coin laundry. The hotel possesses 5 guest rooms.

Day 3 | Morning

Kansui Park

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Minatoirifunecho, Toyama 930-0805, Toyama Prefecture

This is an open waterside park surrounding the Toiwa Canal. In this open garden with eyes full of lawns, everyone from children to the elderly can spend a happy time. The Tenmon Bridge with the observation deck is a symbolic attraction of the park, and there is also a plaza with fountains and waterfalls, and in addition to the large-scale amusement facilities, you can also use the Toiwa Water Boat Route to travel around the canal. There are "Starbucks", the world's most beautiful coffee shop, and "LACHANCE", a French high-end restaurant supervised by Mr. Hiroyuki Sakai, the first French cuisine chef. Throughout the year, various interesting events that change with the seasons, such as fireworks displays, are held throughout the year, so you can see a fresh look whenever you visit. In addition, the dreamy night view with lights is even more beautiful, and it is worth recommending.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Changqing Temple - Five Hundred Arhats nearby is the top choice before you leave Kansui Park and hit the road.

Changqing Temple - Five Hundred Arhats

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 1882 Goso, Toyama, Toyama Prefecture 930-0882

Changqing Temple was founded in 1786. It is a Caodong sect founded by Zen Master Hiron. Its mountain name is Pharotu Mountain, and the deity is Sakyamuni. In the foothills of Yushan Mountain, there are five hundred statues of Arhats hidden. Five hundred Arhats was built in 1799 in the middle and late Edo period. It was funded by Zenjiro Kuromakuri, a rice merchant of Toyama. And these five hundred arhats are not an imaginary number. According to the count, there are a total of 535 arhats, and the images are different and vivid. It is a huge historical relic of Toyama.

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