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Things to see in Takaoka, Toyama (Japan): 10 places and when to go
Takaoka, Toyama is a city in Japan with around 170,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Nature (4), Mountains (4), Temples (3). The best known are Zuiryū-ji, Imizu Shrine and Mount Hōdatsu. The best time to come is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 36.67, 137
- Population
- About 170,000
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (4) · Mountains (4) · Temples (3) · History (1) · With kids (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- February to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to January and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- HND Tokyo, 280 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Takashōzu, at 1,145 m.
What to see in Takaoka, Toyama
The places in and around Takaoka, Toyama, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Zuiryū-jiBuilding in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, Japan7.4 km
- Imizu ShrineShinto shrine in Toyama Prefecture, Japan9.0 km
- Mount HōdatsuMountain in Japan21 km
- Mount TakashōzuMountain in Japan22 km
- Ushi DakeMountain in Japan15 km
- Ainokura VillagePart of a World Heritage site in Japan28 km
- Mount YaotomeMountain in Toyama Prefecture, Japan14 km
- Takaoka Kojō ZooWith kids · Wildlife8.8 km
- Zentoku-ji TempleBuddhist temple of the Ōtani-ha sect dedicated to Amitābha Buddha in Nanto, Japan19 km
- Tonami Yumenotaira Ski GroundSki resort9.7 km
When to go to Takaoka, Toyama
The best time to visit Takaoka, Toyama is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:45
- FebBest time10:39
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:57
- MayBest time13:57
- JunPossible14:30
- JulPossible14:16
- AugPossible13:24
- SepPossible12:13
- OctBest time11:02
- NovBest time10:00
- DecPossible9:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30. In April, 9 of the 10 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Takaoka, Toyama
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND, Tokyo), 280 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Toyama11 places21 km
- Kanazawa73 places34 km
- Fukui21 places97 km
- Matsumoto, Nagano63 places99 km
- Nagano6 places100 km
- Nagano211 places105 km
And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Takaoka, Toyama?
The best known: Zuiryū-ji, Imizu Shrine, Mount Hōdatsu, Mount Takashōzu, Ushi Dake. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Takaoka, Toyama?
February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 30.
How do you get to Takaoka, Toyama?
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 280 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Takaoka, Toyama as the destination and these 10 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- JapanBefore travelling to Japan: 10 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism: up to 90 days with a valid passport.
- Nature2174 places for nature in Japan, from Mount Fuji to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to May and October. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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