Asahi Funagawa Spring Quartet

A Spring Quartet of the Northern Alps, Rows of Cherry Trees, Tulips, and Nanohana Flowers

Local farmers in the Funagawashin area plant nanohana flowers and early-flowering tulips every year to go with the cherry trees along the Funakawa River in Asahi Town in Toyama Prefecture. The rows of cherry trees, the tulips, the nanohana flowers and with the snowy peaks of the northern Alps inluding Mt. Shirouma and Mt. Asahi create a beautiful Spring Quartet. The beautiful cherry blossom tunnel reflecting in the clear river is a sight to see, with over 280 trees carefully maintained by the locals lined up on both banks for 1200 meters. Furthermore, fires are lit during certain days for a magical nighttime cherry blossom viewing experience. Come enjoy the cherry blossoms' different atmosphere during the day and in the evening.  

Shogawa Pleasure Boat

Enjoy the scenery from a pleasure boat

This is a lake cruise that allows you to admire the scenery of each changing season. The seasons of fresh greenery and autumn leaves are particularly beautiful, creating enchanting landscapes for the pleasure boat passengers. Both body and mind will be healed by the beautiful views of the mountains during the gentle one-hour return trip from the Komaki Dam to the Omaki Spa in the Shogawa River valley. Shorter cruises are also available. Why don’t you try to enjoy a pleasure boat?

Toyama Glass Art Museum

Toyama Kirari

The Toyama Glass Art Museum is located in the center of Toyama City. Built by Kengo Kuma, a world-class architect, the museum is located in Toyama Kirari, a multipurpose building that includes a library. Toyama Kirari is built with a combination of granite, glass, and aluminum: a combination of different materials making the facade reminiscent of the Tateyama Mountain Range. Inside, the building features louver flaps made of Toyama-sourced wood to create a warm yet spacious interior. In addition to the Collection, the permanent exhibition found on the 4th floor, and the other special exhibitions, the 6th floor features the "Glass Art Garden," an installation made by glass art maestro Dave Chihuly. The Museum also has a cafe where you can enjoy the lingering feelings of watching artworks or where you can enjoy a good book you borrowed, as well as a gift shop with exhibition catalogs, picture books, and Toyama Kirari original goods.