About Toyama
Toyama Prefecture, located on the Sea of Japan side of central Honshu, is defined by its dramatic geography—stretching from the Tateyama Mountain Range of the Japanese Alps to a deep coastal plain that has long supported industry and trade. The region has a strong manufacturing base, particularly in precision machinery, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, aluminum processing, and advanced materials, alongside a growing technology and energy-related industrial presence. Toyama has a long history of hydropower generation, which has supported industrial development and continues to play a role in the region’s stable energy profile. The prefecture is also known for its cultural heritage, including traditional medicine, craftsmanship, and cuisine centered on fresh seafood from Toyama Bay, while offering a high quality of life, resilient infrastructure, and pragmatic, business-oriented local governance.
Nanto City is located in the southwestern part of Toyama Prefecture and is known for its rich natural environment, cultural heritage, and strong manufacturing and industrial base. The city occupies a strategically important location connecting central Honshu with the Kansai and Chubu regions, and is optimally situated from a power perspective, with proximity to multiple central grid backbones and major substations.
Nanto is also internationally recognized for its historic gassho-zukuri villages, traditional Inami woodcarving craftsmanship, and a deep cultural legacy that continues to shape the region today. In parallel, the city is investing in future-oriented development, including Play Earth Park, a major new project that reflects Nanto’s commitment to sustainability, creativity, and community-driven growth.
About Nanto City
Did you know?
Toyama is widely regarded as one of Japan’s top sushi destinations, known for exceptionally fresh seafood sourced directly from the 1,300 meter deep Toyama Bay.
