What to know
Toyama Castle Park (富山城址公園, Toyama Jōshi Kōen) occupies the former castle grounds in central Toyama. The park features a reconstructed castle keep, an art museum, a lovely Japanese garden, spacious lawns, and a statue of the former local lord. It is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot, usually from early to mid April.
The castle was first built in 1543. During the Edo Period (1603-1868), it served as the base for the Toyama branch of the Maeda clan, whose cousins ruled neighboring Kaga Province from Kanazawa and were second only to the shogun in wealth. The keep was dismantled in the Meiji Period (1868-1912) but rebuilt in 1954 using ferro-concrete, while parts of the original walls and moats remain. Inside the keep, the Toyama Municipal Folk Museum tells the story of the city and castle. An observation deck is on the top floor.
Across the park, the Sato Memorial Art Museum displays the extensive art collection of Sato Sukekuro, a wealthy Toyama entrepreneur. Along with paintings, ornaments, and local lacquerware, the museum also features traditional Japanese tea rooms.
Toyama Castle Park is a 15-minute walk from Toyama Station or a short walk from the Kokusai-kaigijo-mae stop on tram lines 3 or 6.
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 9:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30)
- Closed
- December 28 to January 4 and rare irregular closures
- Admission
- 210 yen (~$1.34) each
- English name
- Original name
- Toyama Castle Park
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