Toyama Castle Park 富山城址公園
An urban oasis and a popular spot for spring cherry blossoms
Toyama Castle Park is located in the center of Toyama, on the site of the former Toyama Castle, constructed in 1543. The vast park is a popular oasis for recreation in the city. Toyama Castle was the residence of the ruling Maeda family for much of the Edo period (1603–1867). The main keep has been reconstructed and houses a museum with displays about the castle’s history.
In spring, cherry blossoms bloom over the ramparts and the moat. Visitors to the park can enjoy picnics under the blossoms, and take boat cruises along the Matsukawa River, which runs along one side of the park.
A traditional-style Japanese garden is arranged around a pond with pleasant walking paths. The Sato Memorial Museum of Art features a collection of Asian art and artifacts, along with two traditional tea rooms. At the Toyama Tourist Information Center in the park, visitors can get information about Toyama, and try on samurai armor.
- Area
- Toyama City
Information
Address | 930-0081 富山県富山市本丸1 |
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Telephone Number | 070-8529-6677 |
Fax Number | 050-3153-1825 |
Closed | Open every day |
Prices | Free, however there is a fee to enter the Sato Memorial Museum of Art |
Car Park | • Use the underground parking area at Toyama Castle Park • 101 spaces • Parking fee: ¥330 for 1 hour + ¥110 for each additional 30 minutes |
Getting There | • About 10 minutes walk from Toyama Station • About 2 minutes walk from the Kokusai-kaigijo-mae stop on the Toyama City Tram Loop Line (CEMTRAM) • About 2 minute walk from the Joshi-koen-mae stop on the Toyama Chitetsu Bus service • About 20 minutes by shuttle bus from Toyama Kitokito Airport to the Joshi-koen-mae stop • About 15 minutes by car from the Toyama Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway |
Website | https://joshipark.com/ |
Notes | • Accessible facilities include wheelchair-accessible elevator, automatic door, multipurpose restroom, wheelchair-accessible restroom, ostomate facilities • Matsugawa Teahouse is closed during winter from mid-December to mid-March |