19My First Time in Toyama City | A Walking Tour of Kansui Park
Toyama Sightseeing Model Course | Enjoy the waterfront and art north of Toyama Station in 1.5 to 2 hours
This walking tour is perfect for first-time visitors to Toyama City and can be enjoyed in 1.5 to 2 hours.
Starting from the north exit of Toyama Station, we will take you on foot to popular spots in the area north of the station, such as Fugan Canal Kansui Park, Tenmon Bridge, Starbucks Coffee Toyama Kansui Park store, and Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art.
With waterfront views, cafes, art, and scenic spots all conveniently located within walking distance of the station, it's a great place for a stroll before or after checking into your hotel.
From Tenmon Bridge, you can overlook the Fugan Canal and the entire park, and on clear days, you can even see the Tateyama mountain range. At the Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art, you can experience art and design, and also enjoy expansive views from the rooftop garden, "Onomatopoeia Rooftop."
It's perfect for daytime strolls around town, but also recommended for evening walks or for enjoying the illuminated scenery before or after meals.
Why not take a leisurely stroll through the Toyama Station North area, where waterfronts and art blend together harmoniously?
Toyama Station (North Exit)
Fuiwa Canal Kansui Park
Tenmon Bridge
Starbucks Coffee Toyama Kansui Park Store
Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art
Toyama Station
Toyama Station (North Exit)
From Toyama Station North Exit, take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront.
Toyama Station is the gateway to Toyama tourism, with the Hokuriku Shinkansen and streetcars all converging there.
The area around the north exit of the station has been developed with spacious pedestrian areas, boulevards, and new facilities, giving the area a new vibrancy.
A short walk from the station will take you to the Fugan Canal Kansui Park area, which stretches along the canal. It's a great place to spend some free time after arriving, before or after hotel check-in, or before or after meals.
Fuiwa Canal Kansui Park
A popular waterside spot within walking distance from Toyama Station.
This is a representative waterside park of Toyama City, stretching along the Fugan Canal.
With its spacious lawns, canal-side promenades, and open, expansive views, this area, while within walking distance of Toyama Station, offers a surprisingly relaxed atmosphere for being in the heart of the city.
One of its charms is that you can enjoy different scenery in each season: cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery in early summer, crisp air in autumn, and snowscapes in winter.
Tenmon Bridge
The symbol of Kansui Park, offering views of the waterside scenery and the Tateyama mountain range.
This bridge and observation tower offer panoramic views of the Fugan Canal and the entire park, making it a symbol of Kansui Park.
On clear days, you can sometimes see the Tateyama mountain range beyond the city of Toyama, making it a great spot for taking photos.
At dusk, soft light reflects on the water's edge, and at night, the Tenmon Bridge and the surrounding park area are illuminated.
[Tianmen Bridge Observation Tower] Opening hours: 9:00 - 21:30 / Free admission
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A stroll through Kansui Park at night
As dusk falls, the Tenmon Bridge and the surrounding park are illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere quite different from the daytime. The reflections of light on the water and the warm glow of Starbucks Coffee Toyama Kansui Park branch are just some of the beautiful sights you can see at night. It's a great place to spend some time before dinner or for a stroll after a meal.
Starbucks Coffee Toyama Kansui Park Store
A popular cafe where you can relax while enjoying the waterside view.
This popular cafe, located within Kansui Park, is also known for its beautiful scenery.
With its large glass windows offering views of the canal and park, it's the perfect place to take a break during a stroll.
It's great for a daytime coffee break, but we also recommend spending time there in the evening while enjoying the view of the waterfront.
*It can get crowded on weekends and during peak tourist seasons, so it's recommended to visit with plenty of time to spare.
Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art
Experience art and design by the water's edge.
This art museum, located right next to Kansui Park, offers a chance to enjoy art and design.
In addition to encountering a diverse range of exhibits, including modern and contemporary art, posters, and chair collections, visitors can enjoy views of Kansui Park and the canal from inside the museum.
For shorter tours, we recommend stopping by not only to see the exhibits but also to enjoy the building and the surrounding scenery.
*If you would like to take your time to appreciate the exhibits, please visit with plenty of time to spare.
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Rooftop garden "Onomatopoeia Rooftop"
If you visit the Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art, be sure to stop by the rooftop garden, "Onomatopoeia Rooftop." This open rooftop garden features play equipment themed around the sounds and sensations of words. There are play equipment that even small children can enjoy, making it a great place for families. On a clear day, you can sometimes see Kansui Park, the city of Toyama, and even the Tateyama mountain range in the distance. Even if you have limited time to see the exhibits, simply enjoying the view from the rooftop will allow you to easily experience the unique scenery of Toyama and the atmosphere of art.
Toyama Station
After enjoying a stroll around the Kansui Park area, we'll head back to Toyama Station.
Around the station, you'll find a variety of Toyama specialties and souvenirs, including Toyama Black Ramen, Masu Sushi, White Shrimp, and local sake.
It's great as a daytime sightseeing spot, but it's also recommended for a short walk before dinner or a stroll through the illuminated Kansui Park after a meal.
Here's the route for this time!
You can find it on foot from Toyama Station.
The perfect distance between the waterfront and art.
During the day, you can enjoy the open view of the canal.
In the evening, the soft light reflected on the water's edge,
At night, the park is illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere.
In the area north of Toyama Station,
Experience the "beauty found in everyday life" of Toyama.