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Old Posted Jul 24, 2020, 8:50 AM
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hkskyline's 2017 in Toyama, Japan

Continuing my rediscovery of previously forgotten trip photos, here is a batch left over from my 2017 adventure in Japan's Chubu region, which wraps around Nagoya. For those heading to the Alpine route, you will pass by Toyama at some point of your journey. This castle town was a medicine distribution centre during feudal times. The city was almost entirely destroyed during World War II bombing raids, and the glass industry emerged afterwards.





Traditional medicines on offer in modern packaging at this historic shop :

















The city fronts the Sea of Japan so there is fresh seafood available.











Toyama prospered from the Kitamaebune sea trade from the 17th to 19th centuries. The port area has some historic buildings and is easily accessible by tram.







































More photos on my website : https://www.globalphotos.org/chubu.htm
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There is just something so wonderful about how Japan feels.
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In the western part of the city, Kureha-san has an observation point to enjoy views of the Tateyama mountains. Take the bus to the Municipal Folkcraft Village, where exhibits are scattered around the historic buildings.











The route up is not too long or difficult and the views are worth it. Ahead of you is the entire city centre with the Japanese Alps behind it.





Nearby, the Chokeiji Zen Temple is home to 500 stone Buddhist arhat statues lined up along the hillside.



Toyama's tram network has a good mix of historic and modern rolling stock and they're quite easily to spot and photograph around the city.















More photos on my website : https://www.globalphotos.org/chubu.htm
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Nearby, the Chokeiji Zen Temple is home to 500 stone Buddhist arhat statues lined up along the hillside.


I only count 499. Did you take a souvenir?
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