Things to Do in Uozu (魚津市), Toyama: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Uozu (魚津市) in Toyama Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Eboshi Yama (13.4 km), Shirakura Yama (14.9 km), Sōga Dake (15.6 km) and served by Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) via the regional hub at Toyama Station & Shin-Takaoka Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen). Set at 13 m elevation (36.8273°N, 137.4092°E), Uozu offers travelers a base for sampling regional Toyama Bay sushi ('Natural Fish Tank' white shrimp, shiro-ebi & firefly squid, hotaru-ika), Kanburi (winter yellowtail), Toyama Black soy-sauce ramen cuisine and exploring neighboring Kurobe (黒部市) (5.7 km), Namerikawa (滑川市) (9.3 km), Nyūzen (入善町) (13.3 km), Funahashi (舟橋村) (16.3 km).

Uozu lies in between Namerikawa and Kurobe, stretching from Toyama Bay and the Sea of Japan in the northwest to tall mountain ranges in the southeast. The highest mountains in Uozu are Sougadake and Kekachiyama, and the highest elevation in Uozu is 2,414 m. The area of present-day Uotsu was part of ancient Etchū Province and has been inhabited since at least the Jōmon period. Discovery of gold in the mountains of Uozu around 1394 led to an influx of people, making the area around Matsukura Castle a center for the region. Within Toyama Prefecture, Uozu (魚津市) serves as a city in Toyama Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1952-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kurobe Dam, Kurobe Gorge scenic railway, UNESCO-listed Gokayama thatched villages (Nanto), Takaoka Great Buddha, and Toyama Glass Art Museum.

What to See & Do in Uozu (魚津市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Uozu (魚津市) from Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) at 13 m elevation (36.8273°N, 137.4092°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Uozu):

• Eboshi Yama (13.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Uozu (魚津市).
• Shirakura Yama (14.9 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Uozu (魚津市).
• Sōga Dake (15.6 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Uozu (魚津市).
• Kita Komagatake (17.0 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Uozu (魚津市).
• Lake Ikejiri — local sightseeing landmark near Uozu (魚津市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Uozu: Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) (connecting to Toyama Station & Shin-Takaoka Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Uozu

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Uozu (魚津市) and Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Toyama Prefecture and Chubu:

• Kurobe (黒部市) — 5.7 km from Uozu (Toyama Prefecture)
• Namerikawa (滑川市) — 9.3 km from Uozu (Toyama Prefecture)
• Nyūzen (入善町) — 13.3 km from Uozu (Toyama Prefecture)
• Funahashi (舟橋村) — 16.3 km from Uozu (Toyama Prefecture)
• Kamiichi (上市町) — 19.1 km from Uozu (Toyama Prefecture)

Getting to Uozu & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Uozu (魚津市) via Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km): 2h 08m from Tokyo Station on the JR Hokuriku Shinkansen Kagayaki to Toyama. From Toyama Station & Shin-Takaoka Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) to reach central Uozu (36.8273°N, 137.4092°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Toyama with Uozu (魚津市) and neighboring Kurobe, Namerikawa, Nyūzen. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Uozu, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Uozu and continuing toward Kurobe can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Uozu: While Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) anchors public transit for Uozu, picking up a rental car at Toyama Station & Shin-Takaoka Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Eboshi Yama (13.4 km) and Shirakura Yama (14.9 km) with nearby Kurobe (黒部市) (5.7 km), Namerikawa (滑川市) (9.3 km), Nyūzen (入善町) (13.3 km), Funahashi (舟橋村) (16.3 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Uozu (魚津市) & Toyama

Dining near Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) and across Uozu (魚津市) highlights the regional food culture of Toyama Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Uozu:

• Local specialty & terroir of Uozu (魚津市): geothermal hot-spring (onsen) ryokan hospitality and mountain tourism alongside irrigated paddy rice cultivation, seasonal produce, and rural satoyama landscapes.
• Toyama Bay sushi ('Natural Fish Tank' white shrimp, shiro-ebi & firefly squid, hotaru-ika) — regional specialty enjoyed across Uozu (魚津市) and Toyama Prefecture.
• Kanburi (winter yellowtail) — regional specialty enjoyed across Uozu (魚津市) and Toyama Prefecture.
• Toyama Black soy-sauce ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Uozu (魚津市) and Toyama Prefecture.
• Masu-zushi (pressed trout sushi) — regional specialty enjoyed across Uozu (魚津市) and Toyama Prefecture.

If you are dining in Uozu (魚津市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km).

Where to Stay in Uozu (魚津市)

Visitors staying overnight in Uozu (魚津市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km), or base at major rail hubs in Toyama (Toyama Station & Shin-Takaoka Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen)) or neighboring Kurobe, Namerikawa, Nyūzen for quick train access into Uozu. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Uozu & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Uozu (魚津市, 13 m elevation at 36.8273°N, 137.4092°E): Mid-April–June for the 18-meter Tateyama Kurobe Snow Wall (Yuki-no-Otani); September–November for Kurobe Gorge railway autumn foliage.

Wider sightseeing across Toyama Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Eboshi Yama (13.4 km) in Uozu (魚津市) includes: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kurobe Dam, Kurobe Gorge scenic railway, UNESCO-listed Gokayama thatched villages (Nanto), Takaoka Great Buddha, and Toyama Glass Art Museum.

Practical Travel Tips for Uozu (魚津市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Uozu: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Toyama Station & Shin-Takaoka Station (Hokuriku Shinkansen) or Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) for local bus schedules to Eboshi Yama (13.4 km) and walking maps of Uozu (魚津市).
• Cash & ATMs in Uozu: Convenience stores and major hotels around Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Eboshi Yama (13.4 km) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Uozu accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Uozu: Around Uotsu Station (魚津駅) (0.3 km) and neighboring Kurobe, Namerikawa, Nyūzen, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.