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Famed for the World Heritage Gokayama villages and Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Toyama is home to some of Japan's most spectacular forests and waterways.Toyama is part of Japan's snow country, stunni
ng in winter when the thatched-roof houses of Gokayma 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, and casual hot spring getaways. While in the area, keep your eye out for glassware,bronzeware, wood carvings and other traditional crafts with centuries-long histories.
