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Discover Toyama on Foot – Flexible Private Walking Tour

souvenior place(Iwase district)

in front of Sake factory(Iwase district)

Shaved ice(Toyama castle)

tea ceremony

Toyama castle

Discover Toyama on Foot – Flexible Private Walking Tour

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2026

Fumina O.

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Toyama

English, Japanese (Native)

5 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Fumina O.)

Up to 10 people

Discover Toyama beyond the typical tourist spots on this flexible private walking tour. Explore the city at a relaxed pace while learning about local culture, history, food, and modern architecture. Possible highlights include Toyama Glass Art Museum, Toyama Castle, and Kansui Park. The itinerary can be adjusted based on your interests, including history, photography, local food, hidden places, or a slower pace with more breaks.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Toyama Station or your hotel

Toyama Castle (Toyama Local City Museum)

We will look at a brief history of Toyama, and see Toyama city from the castle tower. (If you like, you can experience Japanese tea ceremony near here)

Toyama Glass Museum

Closed on every Wednesday.

This place is chosen as 52 places to visit in Japan. You can see not only the contemporary arts but also traditional glass arts of international artists.

For permanent exhibition: 200yen/person

Fugan Unnga Kansui Kouen

The park is near canal, you can enjoy the scenery of nature.

Also, if you would like, you can ride a cruise boats (operates from the late March to November) ※Prior reservation should be recommended.

Iwase district

Flourished its trade industry, so there are some places that tells us the good-old days. We will visit Baba residence, which is one of the five greatest merchant house in this region. You can see the traditional Japanese merchant house here.

Also, if you like, we can drop by at a sake seller and try to various Japanese sake at a shop(paid)

As for Lunch

Based your preference, I will arrange the suitable for you.

Ending Point

Toyama Station or your hotel

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

• Private guided walking tour

・Hotel pick-up

• Flexible itinerary based on guests’ interests

• Local insights and cultural explanations

• Recommendations for local food and shops

What‘s not included

・Guide transportation fee (around 13 USD/ 2000yen for the guide)

・Public transportation fee (around 4.5USD/650yen)

・Private vehicle

・Entrance tickets

-the Glass museum (200yen/person for a permanent exhibition, for you and the guide)

-Baba Residence (100yen/person, for you)

-Toyama Castle (210yen/person, for you )

・Lunch( 7 USD to 35 USD/ 1000yen~5000yen for you and the guide)

・Personal expenses

• Travel insurance

Tour Important Information

• This is a private walking tour for up to 10 guests

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

• The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather, guest preferences, and walking pace

• Some locations may include stairs or uneven surfaces

• Lunch recommendations and reservations can be arranged based on your preferences and budget. Food and drink costs are not included in the tour price

• Public transportation may be used depending on the itinerary

• Please let us know in advance if you have mobility concerns

For Wednesdays, the glass museum is day-off, so I will choose another sites based on your preference.

Important message from the supplier

Please contact me in advance for weekday guiding, just to be safe.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Fumina O.

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About Tour Guide Fumina O.

Hello! I am Fumina, and I am a Prefectural Guide Interpreter in Toyama.

I love exploring hidden places, traditional streets, local cafes, and unique spots that many tourists never discover on their own.

Besides famous attractions, I can also introduce charming neighborhoods, beautiful scenery, local sweets, matcha experiences, and places that reflect everyday life in Toyama.

My interest in guiding started when I was in high school. I had an opportunity to introduce Japanese culture in English as part of a class project, and I truly enjoyed sharing Japan with people from different backgrounds. That experience inspired me to become a guide and help visitors discover the charm of Japan for themselves.

As a local woman, I enjoy sharing Toyama from a different perspective, including photogenic locations, cozy cafes, seasonal scenery, and cultural experiences that are especially popular with travelers looking for something more personal and authentic.

I believe every traveler is different, so I always try to create a flexible and comfortable experience based on your interests, pace, and travel style.

Whether you would like to visit major attractions or discover hidden gems known mainly to locals, I would be happy to help you create memorable experiences in Toyama.

My tours are especially suitable for travelers who:

• Prefer a relaxed and flexible experience rather than a fixed schedule

• Want to discover places that are not usually found in guidebooks

• Enjoy local cafes, Japanese sweets, matcha, and everyday culture

• Love photography and beautiful scenery

• Are interested in experiencing Toyama from a local perspective

• Prefer traveling at their own pace and having a friendly local guide