Kurobe Gorge Railway
A small open-car train that runs across the largest stone gorge in Japan. Open-car trains have a history spanning nearly 100 years. This was initially built as a means to carry workers and supplies for the Kurobe River electric plant development. Today it is one of Japan's famouns tourist trains, and allows you to enjoy different sceneries in each season and the onsen at each station overflowing with rustic beauty.
View scenic routes that include this spot
FOUR SEASONAL ANCIENT LANDSCAPES
More Information about Kurobe Gorge Railway
Street address
- 11 Kurobekyokoku-guchi, Kurobe City, Toyama
About TOYAMA Access
- 30 minutes by train from Kurobe-Unazukionsen Station on the JR Hokuriku Shinkansen.
Opening Hours
- Late April-November 30 every year.
Closed
Website
- https://www.kurotetu.co.jp/en/
Best season
- May, Oct., Nov.
Point
- There are three different types of train cars. Normal cars are open, so please wear appropriate clothing depending on the weather.
Please see the official website for more details.
update: Sep.3.2024
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