The mountain range of Japan's northern Alps can be seen on the horizon.

An explanation of the origin of the Amaharashi name

The Amaharashi coast is mentioned in several of the Manyoshu

The items excavated here suggest a connection with the Asian continent.

A guardian deity of Kanaya, also called Nabemiya-sama.

Why this tower was built at a boat landing.

Introducing the history behind Imizu Shrine, devoted to Mt. Futagami.

Traditional houses with lattice windows and layouts to prevent fire.

Kanaya-machi, a District of Metal Casting Masters, Saijo

Learn about the history of metal casting.

The cupola furnace and chimney are nationally registered cultural assets.

This history of this Shinto shrine dates back to the Nara era

The main shrine chamber has been nationally designated a cultural asset.

A gathering of Mendicant Zen priests give a shakuhachi performance.

The Emperor Godaigo's place of praying

A driving course from the Tateyama mountain range to the Noto Peninsula

The symbol of Takaoka, home of the Manyo

Higashi Goi Elementary School is on the ground where his residence once stood.

The wisdom to prepare for lean years at a time when harvests were uncertain.

Articles connected with Prince Kosho remain in Joseiji Temple.

Stories about places connected with Prince Kosho.

The tomb of Prince Kosho, son of Emperor Godaigo.

Meet the gohyaku rakan (500 saints) of various sizes and expressions.

A long street linking Zuiryuji Temple and the tomb of Maeda Toshinaga.

One of the biggest tombs of military commanders in Japan.

The building features authentic Western-style architecture.

It is a unique building with its Western-style finishing elements.

This is the only building remaining that predates the great fire of 1900

It is used as Museum of the Storehouse-style Townhouse.

Takaoka has been a town of merchants since the days of Maeda Toshinaga.

The family prospered in the past as wholesalers of thread and such.

This storehouse structure incorporates numerous Western design elements.

The house combines architectural styles from two eras.

All of the features characteristic of the Takaoka storehouse can be found here.

Numerous traditional structures remain.

People make “imogai-mochi," Sasuke’s favorite snack.

Sasuke took action for the benefit of others, ending in a tragic fate.

A townhouse with standard external design elements.

Townhouses with senbon-style latticework can still be found here.

Originally, the family were rice merchants.

Honbo was once an relay point for transport of levy rice.

Memorial service conducted on the anniversary of Shinran's death

Retaining the form of the castellated temple in the modern age

The appearance of gingko trees, dragons, and monkeys

This town arose in the Jodo shu temple precincts, but maintained its autonomy.

It is a designated cultural asset of the city(sculpture).

The Takaoka Daibutsu appeared by the people's passion and the local technology.

There were people who worked hard to turn the ruins of Castle into a park.

Find out here about points of interest in the park.

"The ruins of Takaoka Castle, serve as the site for Takaoka Kojo Park. "

"Explanation of the meaning behind the ""+"" marks carved into the stone wall."

A moat in which the water level never changed,regardless of sunlight or rainfall

What kind of fortress was Takaoka Castle?

Illustrating the connection between Takayama Ukon and Takaoka Castle.

Traditional various festivals are held.

A town of metal casting masters. The birthplace of Takaoka copperware.

A town that prospered as the Shokoji temple town.

A town of rice merchants and storehouses for rice

A designated important traditional structure collection preservation district.

Fortress for marine transport businesses, a town of mixed traditional

A flowerbed running for nearly 2 kilometers along the prefectural highway

Otaya was a place for lodging and relaxation for a domain chieftain.

This residence for farmers dates from the later period of domain government.

There was the clan's storehouse for its levy rice

This was also called Joshi Kaido (Envoys road) or Joshi Orai (Envoys traffic).

Maeda Toshinaga is said to have come here often to practice falconry

Barbecues and other leisure activities can be enjoyed at this campsite

Supporting the research and product development of prefecture companies

Visitors of any age can enjoy sports at this facility

A private library established by Kaneda Bijo with his own funds.

Easy-to-understand exhibition on camera culture from various viewpoints.

This Cultural Complex houses both cultural and sports facilities.

It shows the atmosphere of Fukuoka from the modern era to present day.

There is the only remaining lookout tower in the city.

Gagaku is said to have first come to Fukuoka 130 years ago.

A multipurpose recreational park with abundant natural beauty

You can learn about the Manyoshu and Otomo no Yakamochi.

The only stock farm in the city

The Koiketani spring water comes from a never-ending supply of underground water

Includes a farmer's market area. Courses in gardening and other topics

The center aims to promote design and crafts

Visitors can learn about disaster prevention from exhibits.

Traditional crafts of Takaoka are on permanent.

An art museum has been opened that holds a unique collection.

Learn about traditional Takaoka commercial activities and the region's history.

The only national junior college in the country

This industrial park boasts excellent transport connections

A "fairy tale forest" of flowers and greenery.

A facility for the promotion of lifelong sports activities and health.

A facility for industrial research and development and exchange of information.

This is the first private school of law in the Hokuriku district

This occupational ability center provides a broad range of assistance

By the lake of Goi Dam, families can enjoy sightseeing and recreation.

The temple has various cultural assets.

A facility for learning about local lore and water.

A theater where the World Drama Festival is held

The ensho manufacturing process is explained in an easily understood manner.

A medley of Asteraceae plants on display here

A place for exhibitions and a outlet for creative citizens.

One of the three great Buddha images of Etchu.

The 280-year-old tree is a natural monument of the prefecture.

Minamoto Yoshinaka prayed at this shrine for victory over the Taira forces.

This area is designated as an important traditional buildings preservation area.

A market of fresh seasonal natural products. Mouth-watering, lively and fun.

A magnificent panorama of the sea.

All life originated in the sea.

An old shrine of Nagonoura.

Ruins of a kiln and craftsmen's residence were discovered.

Earthenware excavated here is called Kushida Shin ware.

A rare, valuable building made of kusamaki cypress.

A natural park of water and greenery in harmony.

Relax in Mother Nature and appreciate the beauty of mountain streams.

Taste Inami specialties and experience its traditional arts.

View numerous masterpieces of Inami woodcarving.

A ski resort that emphasizes ""having fun.""

The building is an important cultural asset.

Experience the importance of history.

The building is a nationally registered tangible cultural asset.

A historical spot in our hometown.

One of the largest marinas along the Sea of Japan.

The park's symbol is the sailing ship Kaiwo Maru, ""the lady of the sea.""

Ishikawa Mon at Kanazawa Castle Park is an important cultural asset.

One of Japan's three most famous gardens and a national scenic spot.

One of the best-known potteries of Etchu.

According to tradition the temple was founded in the mid-Heian era period.

Leaves of trees rustle in the romantic old battlefield.

It is well known for its autumn festival, ""fire passing"" folk ritual.

Visitors can enjoy outdoor leisure activities in a lush natural setting.

A folk museum with 9,000 historical items.

Selected as one of the 100 best beaches and 100 best promenades of Japan.

An exhibition of mandalas, originating from the exchange with Tukche village

They are popular as ""hot springs that enhance women's beauty.""

"To feel, communicate and create" - a museum to inspire dreams.

A place for a rest, communication and information.

Remains of life in the Jomon period.

The wisdom of our ancestors living within woods

Explore the town's history, culture, and industry.

The largest urban park in the prefecture.

Discover the real pleasure of pottery making.

Scheduled to open on October 9, 2004.

The largest of the traditional Japanese Gassho-style houses in Gokayama

Visit the various unique bridges.

A tulip museum

This is where the legend of the swan originated.

The world of fairy tales in your childhood dream.

A unique facility intended to foster child culture.

A 118-meter tower is the symbol of the huge land.

A village where traditional gassho-style houses remain intact.

This historical vista has been preserved.

Commune with water and greenery, and relax in the open space.

Enjoy different types of baths, including an aromatic sauna.

The center of the Ikkou (Jodo-Shin) sect of Buddism in the Hokuriku region.

Its emblem is modeled after the katakago flower.

Sanzenboyama is considered to be a mountain described in the Manyoshu.

Buddha's ashes was presented by Indian Prime Minister Nehru.

The tree is said to be 1,300 years old and the hall commemorates it

The ducks grow with the spring water of Ikarabe.

"Burial mounds of the late Kofun era, designated cultural assets of the city."

The flowers appear in the poems of Otomo no Yakamochi.

Near the Goi Dam the clear sound of flowing water fills the air.

The name of the bridge is related to the origin of the name of Takaoka.

A riverside park in which an abundance of plants and animals can be found

The tumuli were constructed between 3rd and 7th centuries.

This was an innovative urban planning concept in the early Showa Era.

Fukuoka has a long history of carp farming.

The only limestone cave located near human dwellings in Toyama Prefecture.

A leisure spot with a beautiful view of mountains and the sea

The metal casting industry of Takaoka was started by seven masters.

Moriyama Castle is said to have been the greatest fortress in the Etchu region.

See the many plants written about in the Manyoshu

One of Japan's largest temple bells

Ishiguro Taro Mitsuhiro built the castle, according to legend.

A nationally designated architecture restored to its state in the late Edo era.

This was built with the devout hope for world peace.

The poet Otomo no Yakamochi was deeply attached to Mt. Futagami

One of the places noted for flowers and blossoms in Toyama.

The cedars are in the spirit-protected woods of Nishi Ebizaka.

These are also known as Meisen Falls

There are statues of Yoshitsune and Benkei in remembrance of their episode.

Also known as Otowa Waterfall. The origins of the name explained

Formal name is “Specific Important Port Fushiki Toyama Harbor.”

The shrine is closely related with water.

A legend about the belfry of the temple gate.

Torin Sessho was the 17th chief priest of Chokoji Temple.

Plum blossoms of windless Hokuriku, The scent is here in the temple of Chokyu.

The only Shugendo temple in Takaoka.

The worshipped object of this shrine is Mt. Futagami

Originally named Suwa Shrine when it was built.

A shrine devoted to the ancestors of the Mononobe clan

Temple building constructed in the Bunka era

Said to have been built in 717,this shrine has a long history.

The main building of this shrine was moved from Zuiryuji Temple

Old structures in the city, Designated a Cultural Asset of the City.

The Mikurumayama floats pay a visit to this temple during the Festival.

A nationally registered tangible cultural asset.

"Since ancient times, Fushiki has prospered as a key port for marine transport."

In the Meiji period, an individual built the weather station at his own expense.

The only lighthouse in the city.

Traditional storehouse-style townhouses and western-style buildings.

The family ran a shipping agency.

The symbol of water service in Takaoka.

The valuable buildings of Zuiryuji Temple include some national treasures.

Hitotsuyaito, Moxa Treatment to Cure Leg Fatigue, and other events.

The temple was established to pray for the soul of Maeda Toshinaga.