Toyama Convention Bureau

This all-weather venue features a glass rooftop, a state-of-the-art electronic screen, and an adjustable stage. It has hosted a variety of events including social gatherings, civic forums, food festivals, and fashion shows. The venue can provide selections of local sake, and catering using redients grown in Toyama Prefecture. Its central location makes it a convenient spot for after-parties. Visitors also have the option to privately charter the Tram.

The best waterfront park in Toyama Prefecture covers an area of about 9.7 hectares and is located just 9 minutes on foot from Toyama Station. Stunning evening illuminations make it a great place for socializing. The symbolic Tenmon Bridge serves as an excellent party venue, while the solar-powered boats on the canal can be privately chartered and combined with jazz performances or light meals.

The museum features a broad spectrum of works and authors associated with Toyama, which includes Otomono Yakamochi, the most famous poet in Manyoshu (the oldest anthology of Japanese poetry), contemporary literature, films, manga, anime, and so on. The library corner and the family space are available for free, so all ages from children to adults can enjoy.

Built in 1936 as a guesthouse to entertain both domestic and international visitors, the building still retains its original appearance. It has been registered a Tangible Cultural Property and can be used for a wide range of events such as banquets and academic conferences.

This park is built on the ruins of Toyama Castle. The castle was originally constructed in 1543 and occupied by the Toyama domain of the Maeda clan. Located right in the heart of the city, the park’s outstanding features include the moat and castle tower. Visitors can learn about local history in the folk museum or pay a visit to the Sato Memorial Art Museum, located on the premises. The Toyama International Conference Center is nearby so this location can be used as a post-convention or event-integrated space.

The North-South passageway and South Exit Square in Toyama Station can serve as event spaces. As the gateway to Toyama City, the station receives plenty of foot traffic, making it an ideal location to host various kinds of events.

The tram runs counterclockwise, circling the central part of Toyama City. It takes 30 minutes to make a complete loop. The tram can be privately chartered for various kinds of events and has become popular for moving banquets.

This complex was established as a public-private partnership based on the themes of medical care, welfare, and health. It houses spaces that can be used for a variety of purposes such as parties, lectures and pop-up stores.

A botanical garden that covers 24.5 hectares of land and houses around 4,700 species of domestic and foreign plants. The Event Plaza is a popular venue for outdoor concerts while the Floral Stage is perfect for garden weddings. The indoor Dryas Hall can be used for lunch or study gatherings.

A family-owned winery with nearly 100 years of history, located on a hill in the middle of Toyama Prefecture. The all-weather grape greenhouse can host events from May to early October. In the past, it has served as a venue for weddings, parties, and workshops.

A dining space located inside the Dream Stadium Toyama. It has outdoor terrace seats that offers fantastic views of the Tateyama Mountain Range and can be reserved for private gatherings such as banquets and seminars.

This commercial complex was renovated from a former townhouse that used to be a stationery store. It is situated in the Yamacho area, an Important Preservation District known for its rows of old buildings and Western architecture from the early 1900s.

This facility displays Mikurumayama floats, one of the only five things registered as both a Tangible Cultural Property and Intangible Folk-Cultural Property of Japan, as well as being listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. It is open year-round, and visitors can get up-close views of the excellent metalwork and lacquerwork that goes into the floats.

The main hall, built in 1795, can be used for a variety of events such as conferences, exhibitions, and symposiums. The main areas of the monastery and kitchen are directly connected via corridors and can accommodate small meetings or serve as a waiting area.

A spot popular for its stunning ocean views. The multipurpose space on the 3rd floor hosts culture classes, flamenco shows, concerts and other events. The view from the observation deck is also noteworthy.

At this popular spot, visitors can observe the Kaiwomaru ship, known as the “Lady of the Sea,” and Toyama Bay, a member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Association, along with views of the majestic Tateyama Mountain Range and one of the largest cable-stayed bridges in the Hokuriku region, the Shinminato Bridge.

The facility gives visitors an opportunity to learn about fish and the fishing industry in the Himi area. It is equipped with a VR theater with four large screens where viewers can see Toyama Bay or experience the life of a local fisherman. The equipment can be used for receptions.

A complex featuring a 118-meter tower. The main hall can be converted into a circular theater or circular arena. It has Japan’s first rotating and moving seat system, so the floor can be set up in various patterns.

This facility uses three different cultivation methods to alter the blooming period of tulips. This way, the spring flower can be viewed all year round. The two halls can be used in conjunction with events such as conferences or training sessions. The space is conveniently located near the Tonami Interchange.

A space that features the Demachi Children’s Kabuki Hikiyama, a prefecturally designated Intangible Folk Cultural Property. The displays include glittering costumes and interesting props. The playhouse-like hall is a 50㎡ tatami mat room, while the stage measures 8.3 meters by 5.4 meters. It is also equipped with sound and lighting facilities.

The area has 13 buildings made in the thatched roof Gassho-style. The ones over a century old are particularly noteworthy. Visitors can experience old-fashioned life in the Gokayama area, listen to traditional folk music, or try hoonko-a traditional cuisine. Located near the Gokayama Interchange, the area is easy to access.

The main hall was rebuilt in 1885, making it one of the largest temple complexes in the Hokuriku area. The complex features many pieces that exemplify the master craftsmanship involved in the Japanese cultural heritage of Inami-style wood carving. Highlights include the carvings in the Taishido Hall and the dragon sculpture at the gate-which is also the origin of the Inami style.

Healthian-wood is a village where people can make new bonds. The Field, designed by architect Kengo Kuma, features wooden pillars and a glass ceiling. It can host a variety of events such as markets, concerts, and weddings.

The one and only amusement park in Toyama Prefecture. It has one of the largest Ferris wheels in the Hokuriku region and allows visitors to observe views stretching from Toyama Bay to the Tateyama Mountain Range, with an altitude difference of 4,000 meters. The covered outdoor stage and lawn area are used for an array of events.

Formerly an old warehouse facing the Uozu fishing port, the space was boldly renovated. The enormous windows offer views of the sea and the opposite shore, which feel like an extension of the stage. It has the potential to host a range of events.

A unique museum that allows visitors to experience two of the wonders of Toyama Bay-buried forests and mirages. The facility was redesigned by architects NOSIGNER and Aki Hamada Architects and the beautiful entrance hall is ideal for meetings and other gatherings.

This seaside station is located next to the Uozu fishing port. The square event hall measures 498 square meters and is equipped with a cooking space. On weekends and holidays when the morning markets are not open, it is used as a beachside grilling area. The beach in front of the station is a popular spot to observe mirages.

A restaurant located on the second floor of the Hotaruika (firefly squid) Museum. It serves firefly squid cuisine, a rare delicacy. Visitors can enjoy their meal at the outdoor terrace seats that overlook Toyama Bay, a member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Association.

The hall and terrace space of this facility can host a range of events. The rooftop offers fantastic views of the Hisui Kaigan (Jade Coast). It is also used as Asahi Town’s visitor center, offering activities such as jade foraging, fishing, cycling, and hiking.

This American-style restaurant lets customers enjoy local beer made with two-row barley grown in the Kurobe area and water from Kurobe. It offers brewery visits and is also located near the Kurobe Gorge, which receives about 700,000 visitors each year.

Directly managed by the Kurobe Fisheries Cooperative, this complex is made up of two buildings: the Toretate-kan sells fresh fish and processed foods, while the Dekitate-kan lets visitors sample fresh seafood and dried fish-a local specialty. The complex is located right next to the Kurobe fishing port and near the Kurobe Interchange.