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ABOUT TOYAMA

The prefecture of Toyama is located along the Sea of Japan coast, roughly in the center of Japan’s main island. Though Toyama is relatively small, it packs a remarkable amount of natural variety into its compact borders: the peaks of the Tateyama Mountain Range, to the southeast, rise some 3,000 meters above sea level. Less than 50 km northwest from there, you’ll find the remarkably deep Toyama Bay. Melting snow from these mountains feeds mineral-rich water into the bay, making it such a rich environment for marine life that fishers have nicknamed it “nature’s own stocked pond.”
Toyama offers excellent public transit, making it convenient for travelers. Trams, buses, and trains cover much of the prefecture, particularly to and from Toyama Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen line, as well as Toyama Kitokito Airport for arrivals by air. Visitors can enjoy stunning natural beauty, world-class seafood, and more, all without having to go very far.

ABOUT OYABE

Oyabe City borders the prefecture of Ishikawa, at the far western end of Toyama Prefecture. Today, it draws visitors for spectacular natural beauty — such as the panoramic view from the top of Mt. Inaba, and the rich greenery and waterfalls of Miyajima Gorge — as well as lively festivals held throughout the year. These festivals reach their peak in late spring and summer: many shishimai lion dances are performed throughout town, particularly in May, and early June brings the crashing lantern floats of the Tsuzawa Yotaka Andon Festival.
Oyabe is also a great destination for history buffs, having been the site of a major turning point in a nationwide civil war centuries ago, as well as the unearthing of many prehistoric Jomon-period artifacts. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the great outdoors, learn about history, or simply have some great local food, Oyabe has something to offer everyone.