Kurobe Gorge

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Kurobe Gorge

Take a ride on a trolley train to a secluded area with a spectacular view.

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A large canyon deeply carved into a V-shape by the erosion of the Kurobe River. The water originating from Mt. Washu in the central part of the Northern Alps flows down a steep slope with a height difference of 3,000 meters over a length of 86 km between the Tateyama Mountain Range and the Ushirotateyamarenpo.

The only way to access such a rugged valley is by trolley train. It takes about one hour and 20 minutes from Unazuki Station to reach Keyakidaira Station, about 20 km away, via eight stops on the trolley train. Along the route, there are many scenic spots such as Sarutobi Gorge, a Special Places of Scenic Beauty and Special Natural Monuments, Okukane Bridge, which rises 34 meters above the surface of the Kurobe River, and the imposing Hitokui Iwa that seems to swallow people up, as well as open-air hot spring baths and footbaths. You can walk along the promenade along the canyon while enjoying the seasonal scenery.

There are two types of trolley cars. Open (no windows) regular coaches with a sense of openness, and relaxing coaches with a spacious seat, which can be selected according to the season, purpose, and number of passengers. There are also restaurants at Unazuki Station, where the trolley departs, and at Keyakidaira Station, where it arrives, and various boxed lunches are available for purchase.

Highlights

  • A variety of walking trails are available, allowing you to enjoy a variety of activities according to your time and purpose.
  • Service begins with operation on a partial section (round trips from Unazuki Station to intermediate stations).
  • During busy times of the year, the restaurant is often fully booked, so online reservations in advance are recommended.

Photos

  • Passing through the fresh greenery and passing the railway bridge over the canyon

    Passing through the fresh greenery and passing the railway bridge over the canyon

  • The Okukane Bridge near Keyakidaira Station. Ahead is a human-eating rock.

    The Okukane Bridge near Keyakidaira Station. Ahead is a human-eating rock.

  • Windowless carriages running with a refreshing breeze.
Photo courtesy of Toyama Tourism Promotion Organization

    Windowless carriages running with a refreshing breeze. Photo courtesy of Toyama Tourism Promotion Organization

  • The large open-air bath at Kuronagi Onsen, 600 meters from Kuronagi Station.
Photo courtesy of Toyama Tourism Promotion Organization

    The large open-air bath at Kuronagi Onsen, 600 meters from Kuronagi Station. Photo courtesy of Toyama Tourism Promotion Organization

  • Kanetsuri Riverbank, where you can enjoy playing in the water

    Kanetsuri Riverbank, where you can enjoy playing in the water

Reviews

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  • 游文祥

    黑部峽谷附近有多個溫泉,特別是在宇奈月溫泉區。遊覽峽谷後,可以泡個溫泉放鬆身心,是一次完美的旅行體驗。

  • 劉享

    這條鐵道原先是礦工作業用,後來才轉做觀光火車,夏天乘坐格外涼爽,秋天來的話峽谷景色應該會更美。

  • Lee Jie Dong

    搭上小火車沿途的風景秀麗很漂亮,沒有窗戶的火車風吹整路冷到受不了!

Details

Name in Japanese
黒部峡谷
Postal Code
938-0293
Address
11 Kurobekyokokuguchi, Kurobe City, Toyama
Telephone
0765-62-1011 (Kurobe Gorge Railway Customer Center)
Period when the trolley is closed
December to mid-April
Trolley Train Operation Hours
Depends on the season *For details, please refer to the timetable on the official website.
Trolley Train Fare
Adult 3,960 yen Child 1,980 yen (Unazuki - Keyakihira round trip)
Relaxed vehicles are charged extra.
Directions
A short walk from Toyama Chiho Railway Unazuki Onsen Station
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)