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Toyama Private Tour - South exit of Takaoka station
South exit of Takaoka station
Toyama Private Tour - 5-seater minivan, Suzuki Solio Bandit)
5-seater minivan, Suzuki Solio Bandit)
Toyama Private Tour - Somon gate, the first gate
Somon gate, the first gate
Toyama Private Tour - Somon gate, the first gate
Somon gate, the first gate
Toyama Private Tour - Karamon gate, the second gate
Karamon gate, the second gate
Toyama Private Tour - Karamon gate, the second gate
Karamon gate, the second gate
Toyama Private Tour - Main hall
Main hall
Toyama Private Tour - Main hall
Main hall
Toyama Private Tour - Reception hall
Reception hall
Toyama Private Tour - Reception hall
Reception hall
Toyama Private Tour - Amaharashi coast, Tateyama mountain range
Amaharashi coast, Tateyama mountain range

Takaoka Shokoji temple, National treasure, and Amaharashi coast

Car Tour (driving guide)
Toyama Tour Guide - Yuta W.

Joined 2025

Yuta W.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Toyama
English
2 hrs 30 mins
Private tour (only you and Yuta W.)
Up to 4 people

Shokoji was established in 1471. The temple consists of 12 buildings. Among them, the main hall, the reception hall, and the entrance hall are designated as national treasures in Japan.

After the temple, we will visit one of Takaoka's symbol, Takaoka Great Buddha was made by craftsmen in Takaoka city, Toyama.

It is located in the central part of the town. The locals can come there any time because it is the the open-air statue.

Itinerary

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09:30 AM

Meeting Point

South exit ofTakaoka station

- The guide will pick you up at the bottom of the escalator at the south exit.

10:10 AM

Somon gate of Shokoji temple, the first gate

Somon gate is the main gate to Shokoji temple. The gate is almost 9m tall and 5m wide. It was built in 1840, which is designated an important cultural property.

10:20 AM

Karamon gate, the second gate

This elegant gate has golden metal fittings. It is said to have neem constructed in 1769 in Kyoto and was relocated to Shokoji temple in 1893.

It is also designated an important cultural property.

10:30 AM

Main hall

The current main hall was built in 1795. The hall is a quite huge space and reflects the influence of the Jodo Shinshu sect, true pure land. It is designated as a national treasure.

10:50 AM

Reception hall

This building has been as the oldest building in Shokoji temple. This reception hall is a large space for guests originally. The reception hall and the entrance hall are designated a National treasure.

11:30 AM

Amaharashi coast

Amaharashi coast is one of the popular tourist spots in Takaoka, but it is difficult to access as it is far from Takaoka station.

Since it is close to Shokoji temple, I planed to include it in the tour.

If you are lucky, you will be able to see the Tateyama mountain range across the sea.

Ending Point

Takaoka station

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

*Guide fee

*Admission fee

*Private transportation, 5-seater minivan, Suzuki Solio Bandit

*Fuel, toll, parking fees

What‘s not included

*Meals

Tour Important Information

*When guests enter the building, you have to take off your shoes.

Important message from the supplier

Please contact me for a customized tour request.

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
Toyama Tour Guide - Yuta W.

Joined 2025

Yuta W.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Yuta W.

I live in Takaoka city in Toyama area, right next to Kanazawa area.

I know the Hokuriku region has lots of attractive points, so I live in here.

But these area are still developing area for sightseeing because it is a little difficult to see around by yourselves especially when you come for the first time.

Since I moved into this area, I've been working as a guide in this region.

So why don't you join my tour when you come to the Hokuriku region?

Reviews

Great trip with an amazing host

We had a blast with Yuta. He was perfectly on time and picked up us at the hotel. He knows the area very well, is a very polite and friendly young man. We learned a lot going around Shirakawa -Go and Gokayama and enjoyed our time with him very much. Thank you very much!

Dominik B.

Yuta W.

Thank you for joining the tour! Guests are very kind and interested in Japanese culture, so I also enjoyed with them. We visited Shirakawa-go first. I also wanted them to appreciate Gokayama, so we visited both Suganuma and Ainokura villages after Shirakawa-go. We communicated with locals and were able to had a good time. Please come back to Japan in the future! Arigato gozaimasita!

Flexible, scenic, off the beaten path

Yuta accommodated my last-minute request to drop by the traditional medicine shop before heading for the Great Buddha. We also managed to visit a brand new observation bridge for viewing Mt Tateyama before learning more about the history of copper casting in the historic district of Takaoka. The owners were kind enough to show us around their workshops and explain the process, so it was quite educational. The castle area with all the cherry blossoms and the coastline were both very beautiful. Recommended for folks who have specific interests or want a scenic and relaxing day away from the usual tourist hotspots. Personally, I would've appreciated more suggestions on available options and local attractions.

Sabrina Y.

Yuta W.

Thank you for joining the tour! We started Toyama station and went the Ikedaya Yasube pharmacy and experienced making medicine pills. On the way to Takaoka, we visited the brand new bridge "Kureha foot path", and we could see the scenery great view of Tateyama mountain range. It was the perfect day to go to the observatory. In Takaoka, we visited Takaoka great Buddha, cafe, Takaoka old castle park, Kanayamachi town, and Amaharashi coast. It was the best day for seeing cherry blossoms and Mt. Tateyama, so I chose those spots this time, but I wish I could have offered a few more options. I would like to make this clear. Thank you!

Cultural and immersive tours

First time for a day visit to Toyama. We were visiting from a cruse ship. Yuta and his driver Taka met us promptly at the meeting place. He had planned some interesting activities to learn about the real Japan. This included tours of places of worship, rituals and explanations. We went to see artisans at work making ceremonial bowls and kimonos. We were the only tourists there. It was a personal experience. Yuta’s English was exceptional. We talked about Japanese food and he even took us to the supermarket to buy ingredients. The vehicle was excellent and Yuta really goes out of his way to make the experience unique. Would recommend.

Liz F.

Yuta W.

I was really glad to meet you guys! I planned unique experience for you this time. That ceremonial bowls is called "Keisu" in Japanese. In the sewing class, they came to welcome you and wear Kimono for the presentation even not on the lesson day, voluntarily. They were very happy that you wore Kimono and you said it was tasty Match tea. Those seasonings from the supermarket would be nice for cooking after coming back to your county.We all really appreciate you came to Takaoka area! Please come back in the future!

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