Toyama Tours

Toyama Must-See Tour: Castle, Glass Art, Medicine Shop and Iwase Bay Sushi: $280 per group (up to 4 people) - 6 hours Private *Walking Tour

Discover Toyama, one of the NY Times’ "52 Places to Go in 2025." This efficient 6-hour private tour with a licensed guide maximizes the Toyama City Tram 1-Day Pass for a seamless experience.


Tailor your day! Choose 3–4 highlights: Iwase, Kansui Park, Toyama Castle , Ikeda Yasubei , Glass Art Museum, Kitokito Market including a Toyama Bay sushi lunch. Immerse yourself in history and gourmet culture.


Price 280 USD per group (up to 4 people) - 6 hours

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Meeting place: Toyama Station (in front of Shinkansen ticket gate)

*For those staying in Toyama City, we offer hotel lobby pick-up for hotels located near the station.

Itinerary 

  • Fugan Kansui Park
  • Iwase Area
  • Toyama Kitokito Market
  • Lunch (Toyama Bay sushi) 
  • Toyama Castle (Toyama Municipal Museum)
  • Toyama Glass Art Museum
  • Ikeda Yasubei Yasubei Shoten

Ending Point: Toyama Station 


*Choose 3 or 4 spots out of 6 spots for the tour

*This is primarily a walking tour, but we will also use local buses and trams. Depending on our destinations, your guide will advise you on the necessary tickets or day passes for the most efficient travel.

Tateyama Great Snow Walls (Yuki no Otani) Tour with Licensed Guide: $390 per group (up to 4 people) - 9 hours Private *Walking Tour

Join our efficient, 8-hour round trip from Toyama Station, designed specifically for the majestic Tateyama Snow Wall. This itinerary maximizes your time on the mountain, dedicating a generous three hours for the Snow Wall Walk and sightseeing at Murodo. We use various seamless Alpine Route transport methods to reach the 20-meter high snow corridor. This tour is available exclusively during the Snow Wall season (mid-April to late June).

Price 390 USD per group (up to 4 people) - 8 hours

*Round-trip transportation fee (Dentetsu Toyama Station – Murodo): 11,020 yen per person (as of 2026).Note: Once your booking is confirmed, a separate invoice will be sent for these costs. To secure your seats, especially during the busy season, please complete the payment promptly as we will purchase the tickets on your behalf.

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Meeting place: in front of Toyama Chitetsu Ticket Center 

Itinerary

08:30 AM Meeting Point Toyama Chitetsu Station (Toyama Chitetsu Ticket Center)

10:00 AM Tateyama Station

Enjoy the steep, thrilling climb through the forest, catching glimpses of the dramatic mountain landscape

11:10 AM Murodo

At 2,450 meters, this is the heart of the journey. We walk through the massive Snow Wall (Yuki-no-Otani)

02:20 PM Bijo Daira

03:30 PM Tateyama Station

04:50 PM Ending Point Toyama Chitetsu Station

Gokayama World Heritage Site Tour with Iwana Delight & Washi Art: $360 per group (up to 2 people) - 8 hours Private *Driving Guide Tour

A scenic day trip in a convenient car from Toyama Station to Gokayama Ainokura, a UNESCO World Heritage site, focusing on cultural immersion and local cuisine. 

The trip involves exploring a traditional Japanese village, savoring local dishes, and engaging in a hands-on paper-making experience.

Price 350 USD per group (up to 2 people) - 8 hours

For groups of 3 or more, an additional fee of $100 applies per extra person.

*Check what's included and what's not included at the rates page


Meeting place: Lawson Toyama Station North Exit Store (at parking lot of the Lawson Convenience Store of North Exit)

*For those staying in Toyama City, we offer hotel lobby pick-up for hotels located near the station.

Itinerary

09:00 AM Toyama Station (at parking lot of the Lawson Convenience Store of North Exit)

10:20 AM Ainokura Village World Heritage Exploration

12:00 PM Lunch at Iwana Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch at "Iwana" restaurant,

01:40 PM Gokayama Washi no Sato

Traditional Washi Paper Making: Participate in a hands-on washi Japanese paper making experience, learning traditional processes and creating your own unique paper items like postcards or bookmarks.

04:50 PM Ending Point JR Toyama Station

*As an optional activity, you can enjoy a performance of the traditional "Kokiriko" folk dance in Ainokura. Advanced reservation is required.

Note: Tours to Shirakawa-go and Gokayama are also available from Takayama. Custom departures from Kanazawa can also be arranged upon request. Please contact us for custom departure options!

Inami Woodcarving & Hidden Heritage Private Tour : $400 per group (up to 2 people) - 8 hours Private *Driving Guide Tour

Discover the hidden cultural gems of Toyama's countryside on an exclusive private tour by Jimny 4WD. Visit the artisan town of Inami for a hands-on traditional "Kumiko" woodworking experience at Kawashima Takegu. Explore historic temples, admire masterful woodblock prints at Kotoku-ji, and step inside the former residence and studio of world-renowned artist Shiko Munakata in Fukumitsu. Enjoy a rustic farmhouse lunch in Tonami. Perfect for craft and history lovers seeking a deep, authentic Japanese art journey.

Price 400 USD per group (up to 2 people) - 8 hours

For groups of 3 or more, an additional fee of $100 applies per extra person.

*Check what's included and what's not included at the rates page


Meeting place: Lawson Toyama Station North Exit Store (at parking lot of the Lawson Convenience Store of North Exit)

*For those staying in Toyama City, we offer hotel lobby pick-up for hotels located near the station.

Tour Itinerary
09:00 AM – Pick-up at Toyama Station
09:50 AMTonami Sankyonon Viewpoint 
10:15 AMInami Woodcarving Town
Visit Zuisen-ji Temple and stroll along the historic Yokamachi Street.
Enjoy a premium Kumiko traditional woodworking experience 
12:30 PMLunch at Farmhouse Restaurant 
02:10 PMKotoku-ji Temple
View the magnificent masterpieces of Shiko Munakata and Mingei folk art collection
03:10 PMShiko Munakata Former Residence & Aizen-en Museum. 
Visit his preserved residence ("Riu-gasai") where he lived for 6 years, and see original sketches drawn directly on the home's wooden walls and ceilings.
05:00 PM – Drop-off at Toyama Station 

Takaoka City Temple and Heritage Crafts Tour with Licensed Guide: $220 per group (up to 4 people) - 5 hours Private *Walking Tour

This efficient 5-hour walking tour, including a lunch break, highlights Takaoka's rich history and traditional crafts. Starting at Takaoka Station, you will explore the National Treasure Zuiryuji Temple. See Takaoka Big Buddha. Discover the metal casting tradition on Kanamachi Street .The tour concludes at the Takaoka Mikurumayama Museum, offering a deep dive into local heritage.

Price 220 USD per group (up to 4 people) - 5 hours

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Meeting place: Takaoka Station (in front of JR Ai no Kaze Line ticket machines)




Itinerary

10:00 AM Meeting Point Takaoka Station

10:20 AM Zuiryuji Temple
Explore Zuiryuji Temple, a designated National Treasure, focusing on the Sanmon Gate, Buddha Hall, and Hatto Hall.

11:30 AM Lunch
12:30 PM Takaoka Big Buddha

13:10 Kanamachi Street
S
pend time in this area known for its traditional metal casting workshops and historical atmosphere.

02:10 PM Takaoka Mikurumayama Museum
See the floats used in the Mikurumayama Festival.

03:00 PM Ending Point Takaoka Station


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As these are fully private tours, we can flexibly adjust the itinerary to meet your specific needs. If you have a particular plan in mind that is not listed on our website, we can create a customized itinerary and provide a personal quote for you. Please feel free to share your desired destinations or activities—we are here to help you create your perfect trip. 


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