Kurobe Gorge
Toyama Prefecture · Japan
The area is still worth a visit, though! Many of the main sights are within the visible section and the area is one of the most beautiful Japan has to offer.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Kurobe Gorge, a spectacular natural marvel that remains one of Japan's hidden treasures. Carved over the past 2.5 million years by the relentless power of the Kurobe River, this V-shaped ravine is recognized as the…
Listen in the app2Unazuki Station — The Industrial Gateway
Our journey begins at Unazuki Station, the gateway to the Kurobe Gorge. This area, known for its hot springs, serves as the operational heart of the railway. …
Listen in the app3Shin Yamabiko Bridge — The Echo of the Mountains
Immediately upon leaving Unazuki, the train crosses the bright red Shin Yamabiko Bridge, one of the most iconic landmarks of the route. At 166 meters in length, it is the longest bridge spanning the Kurobe River. …
Listen in the app4Kuronagi and Atobiki Bridge — The 'Back Away' Precipice
We arrive at Kuronagi Station, a small and isolated stop perched precariously on a forested cliff. This station is the gateway to the Kuronagi River, a tributary of the Kurobe. …
Listen in the app5Kanetsuri — The Permanent Snow Banks
As the train continues its ascent, we reach Kanetsuri Station, one of the most popular intermediate stops on the line. Kanetsuri is famous for two things: its hot springs and its semi-permanent snow banks. …
Listen in the app6Keyakidaira — The Terminus and Beyond
We have reached the end of the public line at Keyakidaira Station, situated at approximately 600 meters above sea level. While the tracks continue further south toward the Kurobe Dam, that section is strictly limited to employees…
Listen in the app7Hydroelectric Legacy — The Power of Kurobe
Throughout our journey, we have passed five different dams and numerous power stations, such as the Dashidaira Dam, which stands 77 meters high and was completed in 1985. It is vital to recognize that the Kurobe Gorge Railway…
Listen in the app8Closing
As the trolley train begins its descent back toward Unazuki, we are left with a profound sense of awe for the Kurobe Gorge. This has been a journey through an engineering and environmental marvel, where the deepest V-shaped…
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What is Kurobe Gorge?
Kurobe Gorge is a place in Toyama Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Toyama Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 36.7997, 137.5932 |
| Last updated |
