Matsukawa Chaya - Gourmet | Toyama City Official Tourism Website

Toyama Castle Matcha Parfait

Mitarashi dango and matcha tea set

The view of the Matsukawa River unfolds through the glass.

Stop by in between sightseeing

A shop located inside Toyama Castle Park

Adjacent to the Matsukawa sightseeing boat pier

A teahouse where you can enjoy the scenery along the Matsukawa River.

Located within Toyama Castle Park, along the Matsukawa River known for its cherry blossoms, is the Matsukawa Chaya teahouse. From its glass-walled interior, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery in early summer, and vibrant autumn leaves.

With soba and udon noodles, Japanese sweets, coffee, and matcha available, it's the perfect place to take a break during your stroll. The "Toyama Castle Matcha Parfait," topped with a monaka (wafer) shaped like Toyama Castle, is a must-try while exploring the surrounding area.

In addition, you can enjoy a wagashi (Japanese confectionery) making experience in the shop, allowing you to experience Toyama's wagashi culture. The appeal lies in being able to make wagashi with your own hands, such as seasonal wagashi or wagashi with motifs typical of Toyama, like masu-no-sushi (trout sushi).

The terrace seating area, lined with red parasols, is pet-friendly. The restaurant is also a departure point for the Matsukawa River cruise, making it a great place to stop by before or after your cruise.

Departure and arrival point for the Matsukawa River Cruise

You can also enjoy a Japanese confectionery making experience.

Take a Matsukawa sightseeing boat

Experience making Japanese sweets at Matsukawa Chaya.

Facility information

Name	Matsukawa Chaya (Riverside Tea House)
Address	1-34 Honmaru, Toyama City
Phone	076-431-5418
Business hours	10:00～17:00
seat	30 seats at the table
Holiday	Generally, Mondays (except for public holidays and the cherry blossom viewing season), and the day after a public holiday. Winter season (early December to early March)
Parking	No dedicated parking available. Please use the underground parking lot at the castle ruins park. *Alternatively, please use a nearby paid parking lot. For further information, please read https://matsukawa-cruise.jp/access/
Access	From Toyama Station (South Exit), take the tram bound for "Minami-Toyama Station" (approximately 5 minutes) → Get off at the "Sakurabashi" tram stop, then walk for approximately 5 minutes. From Toyama Station (South Exit), take the tram "Circular Line (Centram)" or the tram bound for "University Front" (approximately 3 minutes) → Get off at the "Prefectural Office Front" tram stop, then walk for approximately 5 minutes. Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Toyama Station (South Exit) Approximately 15 minutes from the Toyama Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway towards the city center.
Official Website	https://matsukawa-cruise.jp/matsukawa-riverside-cafe/
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Remarks	[Wagashi Making Experience] Each kit costs 760 yen. Each set includes matcha tea and costs 1,510 yen.