Amaharashi Coast

A view that has captivated poets since ancient times

The iconic view of Toyama Bay against the dramatic backdrop of the snowy Tateyama mountains is unforgettable. The Amaharashi Coast is said to be the best location to enjoy the view, which has been celebrated by poets and writers since the eighth century. Like a scene from a painting, Onnaiwa Rock—a charming islet topped with pine trees—emerges from the sea in the foreground, and the mountains loom 3,000 meters high in the distance. Photographers often visit the area at sunset to capture the island and mountains silhouetted against the golden light of the setting sun. The Amaharashi Coast has sandy beaches lined with pine trees, and is popular for swimming in summer, thanks to its family-friendly shallows and breathtaking views.

World Heritage – Suganuma Gassho-style Village

A picturesque village with a sense of antiquity

Suganuma Gassho-style Village is a place where you can refresh your spirit and be at peace. Here, not only can you fully savor a traditional Japanese setting surrounding in lush nature, you can also enjoy facilities offering the chance to experience the village’s history and tradition. In this village surrounded in an abundance of nature, there remain 9 gassho-style homes still active today, including the Gokayama Folk Museum, where one can experience Gokayama’s history and tradition, as well as the Ensho-no-Yakata building, where visitors can gain a sense of the culture and lifestyle of Japan’s forefathers. Although of course great to visit during the day time, the light-up display held each season is simply too good to miss! The magical setting will steal your heart and ensure you fully savor this dream-like land. The lush natural surrounds, the history and culture passed down through generations and the honest and warm hearts of the people who live here, are bound to appeal to those who visit. ■Private tour - Walk around Gokayama World Heritage Site and join the workshop of handmade Gokayama-Washi (Japanese traditional paper) Tour *Comming soon by Toyama Tourism Organization 09:30 Dep. Takayama Sta. (Join with Taxi driver) ↓ 10:30～13:00 Visit World Heritage Site“Suganuma Gassho Village” ↓ and lunch time ↓ 13:10～14:00 Important Cultural Property: Murakami-ke ↓ 14:15～15:00 Workshop: Handmade Japanese paper at Gokayama ↓ 15:00～16:30 World Cultural Heritage Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village ↓ 17:18 Get on the World Heritage Bus at Ainokuraguchi ↓ 18:10 Arr. Shirakawa-go  

Unazuki Onsen

The ideal base for exploring Kurobe Gorge

Unazuki Onsen is on the Kurobe River, at the gateway to Kurobe Gorge. The hot-spring resort, the largest in Toyama Prefecture, features a wide range of accommodation options, along with charming streets dotted with restaurants and shops.  Many inns and hotels are situated along the river, with mountain and forest views. Although Unazuki Onsen is in the mountains, its proximity to Toyama Bay means that visitors can enjoy fresh seafood, along with local sake and beer, brewed with water from sources in the gorge. The compact town is easy to explore on foot. Free hot-spring footbaths around the town offer a soothing respite after hiking and sightseeing in the area. Unazuki Onsen was founded in 1923 and has hot-spring waters drawn from a natural spring upstream. The mildly alkaline waters are reputed to be among the clearest in Japan and are gentle on the skin. The temperature of the spring water is over 90 degrees Celsius at the source but is tempered for bathers at the public baths and hot-spring inns in town.