Keiko Takakura

If your cruise ship calls at Toyama, you may be wondering how to make the most of your limited time ashore. Toyama offers something rather special: spectacular mountain scenery, the expansive waters of Toyama Bay, and some of the freshest seasonal seafood in Japan. It is also a destination where you can experience a quieter, more local side of Japan, away from the crowds of Kyoto and Tokyo. But there is one practical consideration that cruise passengers should know before planning their day....

Autumn in Toyama is a season of breathtaking landscapes, timeless traditions, and exceptional seasonal flavors. From September to November, the mountains and valleys gradually transform into a magnificent palette of red, gold, orange, and green. Yet Toyama's autumn foliage has a character all its own. Unlike carefully cultivated gardens where maple trees dominate the scenery, much of the color here comes from untouched mountain forests, rich in beech trees and rowan, creating a natural and...

Enjoy Owara Kaze No Bon like a local!