Toyama Bay (富山湾, Toyama-wan) is a bay located on the northern shores of the Hokuriku region of Honshu, Japan on the Sea of Japan. The bay borders Toyama and Ishikawa prefectures. The bay is known for the mirages on the horizon during the winter months and for being a spawning ground for the firefly squid .

The iconic view of Toyama Bay against the dramatic backdrop of the snowy Tateyama mountains is unforgettable. The Amaharashi Coast is said to be the best location to enjoy the view, which has been celebrated by poets and writers since the eighth century.

This is the case of Toyama Bay, which belongs to the most beautiful bays in the world, located in the north shore of Honshu. It is one of the three largest bays in the country and Toyama prefecture has the advantage of being equidistant from Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka (about two hours by Shinkansen).

Toyama Bay: Unique Terrain Both Underwater and on Land One distinct feature of Toyama Bay is its steep marine terrain. Toyama Bay is 1,200 meters deep and becomes very deep very quickly because of its steep underwater slope.

The idyllic bayside scenery stretches to the towering snow-capped peaks of the Tateyama mountain range in the distance. The Toyama Bay Cycling Route cruises past pristine beaches, tranquil forests, and quaint villages, allowing cyclists …

2024年9月26日 · Toyama Prefecture is home to the scenic Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route and Toyama Bay, as well as folk crafts and the photogenic Toyama Glass Art Museum. Read on to learn the best things to enjoy in Toyama, local cuisine, and …

Explore Japan at its most beautiful, popular spring season with our tours and extend your stay to add in a trip to Toyama Bay for the firefly squid light show. Contact us today for more details. Toyama Bay is famous for firefly squids that light up the bay. The squids emit blue light with its unique organs called photophores.

2016年7月22日 · Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port. Watasenia scintillans, or the Firefly Squid, is only 3 inches long, but packs a stunning feature in that small package. At the...

Sitting right by the Sea of Japan in the Hokuriku region, this underrated gem is home to Toyama Bay—a deep, nutrient-rich bay that brings in some of the best seafood in the country (seriously, sushi lovers, take note). But Toyama isn’t just about food.

Toyama is part of Japan's snow country, stunning in winter when the thatched-roof houses of Gokayama conjure images of Lapland. When the snow begins to melt, the Tateyama Mountain Range and local gorges draw nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts for scenic hikes, mountain exploration, and casual hot spring getaways.