🌊🚉【Toyama - Roadside Station Amaharashi】

Can you really enjoy this breathtaking view for free? From the train window, you can see the stunning blue sea. "Wow, Toyama is this beautiful," I couldn't help but exclaim. Just ahead lies Roadside Station Amaharashi! This is the only place where you can see the Tateyama Mountain Range across the sea. Under the right conditions, the sparkling sea and snow-capped mountains align like a picturesque painting. From the observation deck on the second floor, as you gaze at this scenery, you might think, "A trip just to come here would be worth it." Inside the facility, there’s a café, a tourist information center, and a gallery showcasing works by local artists. And yet, admission is free—almost unbelievable. This is a scenic spot worth stopping by during your journey. ⸻ 📍 Roadside Station Amaharashi 24-74 Ota, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture 🚃 5-minute walk from JR Amaharashi Station (about 20 minutes by train from Ainokaze Toyama Railway Takaoka Station) 🚗 About 30 minutes by car from Hokuriku Expressway Takaoka-kita IC 🕒 Facility hours: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM (Observation space open 24 hours) 💰 Admission: Free