Top Things to do in Takaoka
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Top 9 Things to do Good for Kids in Takaoka, Chubu
Discover the best top things to do in Takaoka, Japan including Nousaku, Amaharashi Coast, Manyosen, Otogi no Mori Park, Takaoka Kojo Park, Doraemon Postbox, Michi-no-Eki Amaharashi, Takaoka Castle Ruins, Doraemon no Sampo Machi.
Restaurants in Takaoka
1. Nousaku
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Founded in 1916, Nousaku began manufacturing Buddhist alter fittings, tea-ceremony utensils and flower vases made of brass and bronze in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. It now also makes interior products, tableware and medical equipment. Our advanced casting techniques, expert knowledge, tradition, spirit and creativity have been passed down through generations over a long period of time. Nousaku tries not only to make products but also to convey “craftsmanship.” We offer an opportunity to experience craft-based tourism. You can see up close how products are made, experience the traditional tin casting hands-on workshop, enjoy special dishes served on Nousaku tin plate at cafe and get our limited edition items only in Factory shop.
2. Amaharashi Coast
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By NigelG407 - Singapore, Singapore
Absolutely impressive coast line between Takaoka and Himi. Can be observed from the train or explored on foot by alighting at one of the stations. The journey by train does not last so long adjacent to the sea, but it’s certainly worth a ride. Remember the windows of the train carriage open upwards completely if you want to take photos. Makes for a nice half day excursion. Himi at the end of the train ride is generally uninteresting.
3. Manyosen
4. Otogi no Mori Park
5. Takaoka Kojo Park
6. Doraemon Postbox
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Joy_Sinha - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
The Manyo Line tram station at Takaoka has an interesting structure which excites all visitors. A bronze statue of Doraemon which is a post box. It is a large structure, almost the height of an average person. All letters dropped at this post box are marked with a Doraemon stamp. A wonderful souvenir. The futuristic blue robot cat and its creator have been impressively been honored in Takaoka city and this statue represents the same.
7. Michi-no-Eki Amaharashi
8. Takaoka Castle Ruins
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By NigelG407 - Singapore, Singapore
Once a grand castle that served the Samurai of the Sengoku Period and now a beautiful landscaped Park. The park contains the Municipal Museum and the Imizu Shrine in addition to a park which delights any artists with its sculptures. Honmaru Hiroba - The Forest of the Arts which is in the ruins of Takaoka Castle is an Interesting place and the residence at one time of Toshinaga Maeda - a Samurai from the Segoku Period. His time there was but a few years at the end of his reign. He was once a mighty samurai, but became depressed and withdrew from public life due to complications of syphilis and committed suicide on 27 June, 1614 aged 52. His magnificent equestrian statue is the largest in the garden, and throughout the garden one can see many sculptures from various 20th Century Japanese artists, on more joyous subjects. ‘Hen houses in the morning ‘ by Tadao Koga was my favourite. All had their own appeal and show immense artistry. It was a joy to walk about. The sky was blue and the sun was high, notwithstanding the temperature was 6 degrees! An ornithologists delight to for there are all kinds of birds and waterfowl to be seen in the moats. There is a children’s playground to keep them amused. Beautiful bridges the reflect in the water. A great place to stroll.
9. Doraemon no Sampo Machi
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Joy_Sinha - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
The character of Doraemon was created by Fujiko F. Fujio who hailed from Taksoka City in Japan. One of the highly popular Japanese Manga series characters across the world. In honour of the creator, Doraemon and his friends are depicted as statues right on front of the Takaoka station across the main road in front of the shopping mall. The statues are created to perfection and a very popular photography spot for locals as well as visitors. The statues are metal works. One can also see a large bronze statue of Doraemon in the Manyo tram line (Manyosen) Takaoka station waiting area. It is surprisingly a large post box. Fans of Doraemon consider it a pilgrimage to Takaoka. Definitely enjoyable.
