Discover Kurobe Gorge
The Kurobe Gorge Train is a great way to see everything that the Kurobe area has to offer. See the spectacular views as the train meanders through the surrounding area. Stop off at one of the several hot springs along the way to get an even better feel of the area.
Things to see and do
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Getting around in Kurobe Gorge
The only way to get around is by taking the Kurobe Gorge railway, as this scenic train takes you through the area effordless with the ability to stop along the way. Be aware that the Kurobe Gorge Railway is only operational between late april through November.
Getting to Kurobe Gorge
Public transportation:
To get from Toyama to Kurobe Gorge by public transportation, travelers have the following options:
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Option 1: Bullet Train: Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Toyama Station to Kurobe-Unazukionsen Station. The total travel time is approximately 20 minutes.
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Option 2: Regular Train: Take the JR Takayama Main Line from Toyama Station to Unazuki Onsen Station. The total travel time is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Nearest airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Toyama Airport.
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by car: approximately 1 hour
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by public transport: approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes
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How long to stay in Kurobe Gorge
We recommend staying here for about one day.
Hotels near Kurobe Gorge
Flights to Kurobe Gorge
The nearest and most convenient airport is Toyama Airport.
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by car: approximately 1 hour
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by public transport: approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes
Seasonal information
Scenic rides:
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Kurobe Gorge Railway: operational between late april through November.
Hiking:
The hiking season in this area typically runs from Spring until Autumn.
Festivals in Kurobe Gorge
There is one famous festival in this area. Please be advised that the following info is based upon previous entries of the festival and that the dates might have changed for the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information.
For the exact location of the festival, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.
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Unazuki Onsen Snow Carnival
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Date: February 1st
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Time: 19:00 - 21:00
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