Toyama: Waterside Parks, Scenic Forest and Mountain Views
Toyama, Japan is a city and the capital of Toyama Prefecture. It is considered to be one of the designated environmental model city of Japan and one of the top cities that has the greatest efforts in reducing the emission of greenhouse gases. Located near the coast it covers the territories of the Gifu Prefecture as well as several other municipalities such as Imizu, Tonami, Namerikawa, Nanto, Takayama and Hida. Restored castles and small museums are some of the best places to see and enjoy while spending time in the region. Noto Airport (NTQ) in Wajima, Japan serves Toyama.
Best Time to Visit
There are plenty of sunny days to enjoy in Toyama. Snow is also something you can enjoy the most while in the area. The snow is at its deepest during the months of January to February and a great time of the year to ski. There are several traditional festivals that can be enjoyed in Toyama - the Ushidake Snow Festival, Toyama Festival and the Owara Kaze-no-Bon Festival.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Several Toyama Japan hotels can serve as your home away from home while enjoying the city of Toyama. River Retreat Garaku features a luxurious spa within its vicinity and a refined and affordable riverside hotel you can enjoy while in the region. Hotel Morinokaze Tateyama has hot spring pools indoors and a more minimalist and traditionally-styled accommodation available in the area. Tourist destinations such as the Shomyo Falls and the Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area are within a short minute away drive from these hotels.