Top Toyama Prefecture Private Sightseeing Tours

You will enjoy historical spots in Iwase district. Please enjoy beautiful scenery in Fugan Canal Kansui Park and Toyama Glass Art Museum and fresh and tasty sushi in Toyama city. You will find genuine rich lives in local city. I will contact you beforehand. I will customize this tour for you.

This Tour get's you best locations trip around in Nagano including historic place and delicious Japanese Food. Our experienced Driver will get you around at your ease. Let's visualize Zenko-ji Temple, Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park & delicious food at famous restaurant in Nagano area. This trip is fully customizable.

This private 6 hour walking tour with an experienced English speaking and Licensed tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Toyama! Discover Toyama like never before! Ride the charming Toyama City Tram, explore the historic streets of Iwase, admire world-class art at the Glass Art Museum, and craft traditional herbal pills at Ikedaya Yasubei Shoten. This immersive tour blends history, culture, and hands-on experiences, making it perfect for curious travelers. Book now for an unforgettable Toyama adventure!

Gain a deeper appreciation for the beauty of Japanese tradition as you journey through Inami, a town that's practically a museum of wood sculptures. You'll visit historic Zuisenji Temple and stop by a carver's studio. You'll carve your own wooden sake cup with real tools under the guidance of a master—an experience like no other. You'll savor a fine Japanese lunch in a traditional home and tour the earthen brewhouse of the Wakakoma Sake Brewery, where you'll have a chance to sample local sake in the wooden cup you created. With an English-speaking guide-interpreter to accompany you every step of the way, you can enjoy your journey with peace of mind. Inquire about an experience today.

Begin your tour at Kaiwomaru Park, home to the beautifully preserved tall ship Kaiwomaru, often called the “Lady of the Sea.” Enjoy a stroll along the waterfront promenade with a backdrop of the Japan Alps stretching across the horizon. Next, visit the Shinminato Kitokito Market, where you can taste ultra-fresh Toyama Bay seafood like white shrimp (shiroebi), firefly squid (hotaru-ika), and yellowtail (buri)—local delicacies known throughout Japan. Then head to the Shinminato Bridge, one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in the country, offering panoramic views over Toyama Bay. End your tour with a walk through traditional canal-side streets or a quick stop at a local sake brewery for a tasting experience.

Uncover the hidden side of life in Suganuma, a gassho-style village that joined the register of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1995. Surrounded by rich forests and steep mountains, Suganuma is a living piece of cultural heritage–a village with permanent residents, which makes it unique among the sites on the UNESCO roster. During your journey, you’ll discover the local origins of the village’s world-famous gassho-style architecture and savor a lunch prepared using local ingredients in a traditional gassho-style home. With an English-speaking guide-interpreter to accompany you every step of the way, you can enjoy your journey with peace of mind. Inquire about an experience today.

Unleash your inner explorer on Toyama with a personalized journey, immersing yourself in its vibrant culture and serene hidden spots. Our custom tours provide a bespoke experience, tailored to your desires, ideal for adventure seekers, families with children, and culture enthusiasts alike. Discover local secrets, savor authentic moments, and create unforgettable memories on Toyama. Enjoy immersive cultural experiences, gain insider knowledge, and have memorable encounters with local traditions, ensuring a truly unique and enriching adventure.

Nanto city has a lot of historical sites like Gokayama district and Inami district. Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village was designated as UNESCO World Heritage. You will enjoy traditional Gassho houses in Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village. You can see wonderful scenery of Inami district and directly see a skillful wood sculptor's workshop. My car is a hybrid compact car, Aqua. So, this car cannot load large baggage. You will find genuine historical sites in local city. I will contact you beforehand. I will customize this tour for you.

The “Etchu Yatsuo Owara Kaze no Bon” is a folk song event with over 300 years of history, held annually in Etchu Yatsuo from September 1st to 3rd. Its refined dances, songs, and musical performances attract many visitors each year. On this special tour, you can experience the locally rooted Owara dance from an unusually close distance in a private tatami room. Plus, let's actually dance with the locals!"

First, let's choose your favorite kimono or obi. There are various colors and patterns available. Once you change into your kimono, you will blend into the atmosphere of the Uchikawa River and have a truly wonderful time. During the matcha tea ceremony, you can experience traditional Japanese etiquette. You can also enjoy strolling along the Uchikawa River or take many photos inside the retro-style shop from the Showa era. Have a fun and enjoyable time!

Discover Toyama's vibrant nightlife on this guided bar-hopping tour that introduces you to the city's authentic dining and drinking culture. Designed for travelers seeking a local experience, this tour takes you to small izakayas and neighborhood bars where residents unwind after work. Start at a convenient location near Toyama Station or in the Sogawa district, then enjoy two unique venues with a set allowance for food and drinks included. Engage with local ingredients, seasonal dishes, and customs as your guide shares insights into Toyama's social dynamics. This is more than just a night out; it’s a genuine connection to Toyama's culture and community. - Guided tour focusing on Toyama’s local nightlife and dining culture - Visit two unique venues, including izakayas and neighborhood bars - Set food and drink allowance included for a hassle-free experience - Choose your meeting point for convenience: Toyama Station or Sogawa district

This day tour from Toyama highlights the charm and diversity of Kamiichi Town, blending history, nature, cuisine, and culture into a seamless journey. You will explore the sacred grounds of Oiwa Niseki-ji, savor freshly made regional noodles, and stroll through the refreshing landscape of Sengan-kei Gorge. A relaxing café break offers unique local flavors, followed by a visit to the picturesque house that inspired the film Wolf Children. The tour concludes at Sasaraya, where you can enjoy a hands-on senbei-making experience and shop for local specialties. With comfortable private transportation, this itinerary provides an enriching and enjoyable way to discover the hidden gems of Toyama’s countryside.

This tour takes you into Gokayama, a quieter World Heritage region where traditional gassho-style houses remain part of daily life. Walking through Ainokura Village and viewing Suganuma from a different perspective, you will experience a landscape shaped by nature and long-standing traditions. A visit to a historical exile hut adds a deeper cultural layer, offering insight into a lesser-known aspect of Japan’s past in this remote setting. The experience is completed with a local meal at a farm restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional dishes passed down through generations, prepared with ingredients from the surrounding area. Designed for cruise passengers arriving at Fushiki Port, this tour combines efficient travel with meaningful cultural experiences.

This special journey explores the traditional performing arts and sake brewing of Etchu Yatsuo, which developed as a merchant culture distinct from the samurai cultures of Kanazawa and Takayama. It is a private tour starting from Etchu Yatsuo Station on the JR Takayama Line.

Explore the rich heritage of Zuiryu-ji Temple, a National Treasure and prime example of Zen Buddhist architecture in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. This guided tour offers an immersive experience, revealing the deep connections between Zen philosophy, political power, and architectural design. Beginning at the outer gate, visitors transition from the everyday world into the serene space of the Zen monastery, learning about the significance of gates, the layout’s symmetry, and how the temple embodies discipline and clarity. - Experience a guided tour of Zuiryu-ji Temple, a National Treasure - Discover the connection of Zen philosophy to architecture and social order - Explore the Butsuden and Hatto, gaining insights into Buddhist practices - Enjoy a tranquil walk through the temple’s cloisters, emphasizing awareness and mindfulness

This tour is designed for travelers who have reached Gokayama and want to experience it as more than a photo spot. With a private guide, you will walk through one of its quiet World Heritage villages and learn how gassho-zukuri houses, deep snow, mountain life, faith, traditional industries, and food culture are connected. Unlike larger tours that combine Gokayama with other destinations, this experience focuses on either Ainokura or Suganuma. In Ainokura, explore traditional industries, a local shrine and temple, and enjoy a hands-on washi paper-making experience. In Suganuma, view the village from the observatory, visit a gassho-style folk museum, and learn about historic saltpeter production. The tour also includes time for a café stop, where your guide can introduce local foods such as red turnips, mountain vegetables, and firm Gokayama tofu. It is a compact but meaningful experience for independent travelers who want to understand the living culture behind Gokayama’s scenery.