Toyama Castle, located south of Toyama Station, is a reconstruction of Toyama castle, which was originally built in 1540’s. Today, the Original last is long gone, and a smaller recreation sits in the Toyama Castle Ruins Park and the interior of the keep has been converted into the Toyama Municipal Folk Museum. The original castle keep was destroyed like many other castles around Japan during the Meiji Restoration.
Inside the Toyama Castle Ruins park, you can also find the Sato Memorial Art Museum, which houses the artwork of the Sato Sukekuro, who was an entrepreneur and artist from the city of Toyama.
During the early years of the castles’ life, it served as the Toyama base for the mighty Maeda Clan, whom had rule over a large portion around the surrounding prefectures for several decades. When the castle was ordered to be dismantlement during the Meiji restoration, some of the more permanent could not have been destroyed, so the castle moats and some of the castle walls are the original.
The grounds now serve as a relaxation spot for locals and tourists alike, as the castle grounds provide a calming atmosphere. A popular time to visit the Castle is in spring, around April, when the cherry blossoms are at the height of their beauty.
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Hours and Admission
- Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm (Final entry at 4:30pm)
- 210JPY (Castle Keep)
- 310JPY (Combined ticket of castle keep and Sato Memorial Art Museum)
- Average Time Spent: 30-60 minutes
- Official Website
Accessing Toyama Castle
There are 2 tram stations right outside the castle grounds, both of which can easily accessed from Toyama Station. The best station to get off at is Kokusaikaigijo-Mae Station, as it brings you right to the bridge of which crosses the castle moat. You will need to take the tram marked ‘3’ and the station out front of the entrance to the castle will be the 4th stop.
Where to Stay
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Kansui Park
Scenic canal park with bridge views, Starbucks, and seasonal beauty.
Suganuma Village
Rustic village with Traditional Style Homes
Toyama Castle
Small castle park dating back to the 1500's