Fugan Canal Kansui Park, Urban park and waterfront next to Toyama Station, Japan
The park spans 98,000 square meters with promenades along the canal, featuring the Tenmon Bridge and multiple observation towers overlooking the Tateyama Mountain Range.
Built in 1935, the Fugan Canal served as a vital water transportation link between North Toyama Station and Higashi-Iwase Port before its transformation into a public space in 1997.
The Nakajima Lock Gate, designated as a National Important Cultural Property in 1998, demonstrates advanced European water transport engineering from the Showa period.
Visitors can access the park 24 hours daily, with free parking for 171 vehicles available from 9:00 AM to 9:45 PM and illuminated features until 9:00 PM.
The park contains Japan's only operational water elevator system, which manages a 2.5-meter height difference in water levels through a double-door mechanism.
Location: Toyama
Official opening: 1997
Part of: 100 Best Historical Parks in Japan
Website: http://kansui-park.jp
GPS coordinates: 36.70944,137.21333
Latest update: March 17, 2025 21:36
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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