Botanic Gardens of Toyama, Botanical garden in Toyama Prefecture, Japan.
The Botanic Gardens of Toyama is a 24.7-hectare facility with pyramid-shaped greenhouses housing over 4,000 plant varieties. The collection is divided into specialized areas that separate species from around the world and from Japan itself.
The gardens were established in 1989 and expanded with new greenhouses through the 1990s and early 2000s. These additions allowed the facility to develop specialized sections for tropical and alpine plants.
The gardens feature plants from the Japan Sea coast, showing visitors which species naturally grow in this climate. This collection connects nature and regional geography in ways you notice as you walk through different areas.
The gardens are located in Toyama and open most days from morning through early evening, giving you plenty of time to explore the different sections. Sturdy shoes help when touring the large site with its many pathways.
The facility holds the largest collection of plants from Yunnan Province in Japan, with over 100 species from this Chinese region. Visitors can see these rare plants, which are not gathered so completely anywhere else in the country.
Location: Toyama Prefecture
Location: Toyama
Inception: 1989
Website: https://bgtym.org
GPS coordinates: 36.66192,137.18172
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:45
Toyama offers visitors a balanced mix of culture, nature, and history. The city houses several notable museum institutions: the Toyama Glass Art Museum displays glassworks from Japan and internationally across six floors, while the Prefectural Museum of Art and Design showcases regional collections in a modern setting. The Science Museum complements this cultural offering with exhibits about space and biology, a planetarium, and interactive facilities for young visitors. Outdoor enthusiasts will find direct access to the surrounding mountains in Toyama. Mount Kurobegorō reaches 2,840 meters and provides views of the Northern Japanese Alps. Mount Washiba, at 939 meters, offers marked trails through the forest. In winter, the Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area opens its slopes from December to March. In the city, Kansui Park runs along the Fugan Canal with paved walkways, while botanical gardens feature native plants and tropical greenhouses. The Toyama Family Park combines a zoo, playgrounds, and green spaces, creating a spot for relaxation for all ages.
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