13A stroll through the port town | Exploring the Iwase area
Toyama Sightseeing Model Course | Classic Toyama Spots to Visit in 3-4 Hours
Take a leisurely tram ride to Iwase, a port town.
If you're visiting Toyama City, you should definitely extend your trip to Iwase, a port town.
A 25-minute tram ride from Toyama Station will take you to the last stop, where you'll find yourself in the charming townscape of Iwase, a place that retains the atmosphere of the Kitamae-bune trading ships. This course allows you to easily enjoy the unique charm of Toyama's port town, while visiting historic old houses, sake breweries, sake bars, craft beers, and local sweets.
Since you can get around using only streetcars and walking, it's highly recommended for first-time visitors to Toyama. The high degree of freedom to make detours, such as choosing places to visit or taking breaks along the way, is also a major attraction.
The course is designed to offer a good balance of strolling through the town, visiting old houses, enjoying drinks, and trying local food. Along the way, you can enjoy the scenery of the sea and savor the relaxed atmosphere and sense of openness unique to a port town.
Why not take a leisurely stroll around Iwase and enjoy your time there?
Toyama Station
Iwase Canal Hall
Former Baba Family Residence
KOBO Brew Pub
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Tajiri Main Store (liquor merchant)
Toyama Station
Toyama Station
To the nostalgic port town of Iwase
Enjoy a casual "port town trip" while gazing out the window.
Since you get off at the last stop, it's less likely you'll get lost, making it a safe and easy option for first-time visitors exploring Iwase.
Iwase Canal Hall
We arrived at the starting point for sightseeing in Iwase.
A stopover point located at the gateway to Iwase tourism.
It's the perfect place to start your stroll through the port town, whether you're checking out local information, looking at souvenirs, or taking a break before exploring.
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Iwase townscape / Iwase tourism
Iwase, which flourished as a port town for Kitamae ships, boasts a charming retro streetscape with surviving storehouses and shipping agents. With cafes and shops housed in historic buildings scattered throughout, it's an area perfect for a leisurely stroll.
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Former Baba Family Residence
Visit an old house that retains traces of the life and business of Kitamae ship owners.
This old house, symbolic of Iwase, retains traces of the life and business of the Kitamae ship owners.
Experiencing the scale and design of the buildings will make your subsequent stroll through the town much more enjoyable. There are also plenty of spots that will make you want to take pictures.
KOBO Brew Pub
A brewpub converted from the rice storehouse of the former Baba family residence.
With a brewery on-site, you might even find exclusive beers only available here.
This is a great place to stop for a quick drink in between strolling around.
Enjoying a casual drink in the afternoon is the way to go in this area.
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Iwase's specialty, "triangle dorayaki"
Iwase's specialty, "triangle dorayaki".
This treat, with its thin outer layer encasing sweet red bean paste, is perfect for eating on the go.
*Please note that items may sell out (early arrival or reservation is recommended). If sold out, items may be available for purchase at Iwase Canal Hall.
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Toyama Port Observation Deck
This is the place to experience the relaxed atmosphere of a port town. You can see the sea, the harbor, and even the townscape of Iwase, and on a clear day you can even see the Tateyama mountain range. The fact that it's free to visit is another great point. A 10-minute stay is recommended.
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A standing bar associated with Masuda Sake Brewery
Shaseki offers self-service sake tasting, and you can find limited edition and vintage sakes that you can only discover here. It's a highly satisfying place to stop by, even if you only have a short time.
Tajiri Main Store (liquor merchant)
The perfect way to end the trip is with a "fish that's typical of Iwase."
This liquor store is a reliable choice not only for taking alcohol home, but also for selecting gifts.
Masuda Sake Brewery also has a wide selection of sake, making it the perfect place to find a bottle that truly represents Iwase.
To cap off your trip, why not choose your favorite bottle?
*We also recommend stopping by Masuda Sake Brewery.
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Masuda Sake Brewery
This is a long-established sake brewery that represents Iwase. You can feel the atmosphere of Iwase's sake breweries while admiring the historic building. You can also purchase sake here, but please note that it is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
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Finally, we chose souvenirs in front of the station.
I took the tram to Toyama Station.
While still feeling the lingering atmosphere of the port town,
Finally, I recommend browsing for souvenirs at the station or enjoying the sunset scenery.
Here's the route for this time!
Without feeling pressured, just take a leisurely stroll.
The air in this town becomes a little more pleasant.
Iwase is a place that gives you that kind of time.
Recommended time
Open year-round. *Please note that many shops are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, so please check their opening days before visiting.
For adults
Alcoholic beverages are available only to those 20 years of age or older.
A course that offers the best of Iwase, a port town easily accessible by streetcar.
You can enjoy strolling through the town, visiting old houses, tasting craft beer, trying local sweets, and even going to a sake bar, all at a good pace.
・Comfortable walking shoes are recommended (this area is fun to explore and wander around).
Key points of this course
From the townscape to the old houses, to the food and drink stalls, and to the scenic viewpoints, this tour condenses the charm of Iwase into a short amount of time (you can also enjoy views of the sea and the Tateyama mountain range).
• Simple transportation: Can be completed using only trams and walking (easy to avoid getting lost even on your first visit)
This course offers ocean views, with hints of the Tateyama mountain range, allowing you to experience the refreshing atmosphere of a port town.