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Matsu River, River in central Toyama, Japan

The Matsu River flows through downtown Toyama city for 2.4 kilometers, connecting with the Jinzu River system and maintaining an average flow rate of 65 cubic meters per second.

During the Meiji period, the main course of the Jinzu River was redirected through urban planning, leading to the formation of the current Matsu River in central Toyama.

The river banks display twelve sculptures created by local artists from Toyama Prefecture, while the right bank has been developed into the Matsukawa Park.

The Matsukawa River Cruise operates daily except during winter, offering 30-minute boat tours from Funabashi to the confluence of Matsukawa and Itachi rivers.

The riverside features 470 Yoshino cherry trees that bloom earlier than other locations in Toyama due to the urban heat island effect.

Location: 富山市

Address: 1-11 Sakuragichō, Toyama, 930-0005, Japan 930-0005 Toyama 930-0005 Toyama

GPS coordinates: 36.69457,137.21037

Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:19

Things to do in Toyama: museums, parks, mountains, tourist attractions

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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