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Oyabe小矢部
Spend a half‑day in Oyabe to see its fairy‑tale “Marchen” buildings and an onsen; otherwise skip for a quicker itinerary.
Oyabe is a small Toyama‑prefecture city known for 35 European‑style “Marchen” buildings, the historic Tsuzawa Yotaka festival in early June, and a few local onsen. Its sights cluster near Isurugi Station, making a half‑day visit feasible. Longer stays are only needed if you want to attend the festival or relax at the onsen.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (rainy season)
- Airport
- TOY
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Oyabe110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Oyabe, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyOyabe is generally safe; main risks are traffic when crossing roads near the station and occasional festival crowd pressure.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTOY Toyama Airport (Limited bus to Toyama city, then IR Ishikawa Railway to Isurugi (≈1 h total).).
- Getting aroundTake the IR Ishikawa Railway from Kanazawa to Isurugi Station (25 min, ¥500 (≈ US$4)) or from Toyama (35 min, ¥660 (≈ US$5)).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥400–700 (≈ US$3–5)
- Street or quick mealNoodle soup (Menrui Shokudo)¥800–1,300 (≈ US$6–9)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ride¥200–¥300 (≈ US$2–3)
- Museum or sight ticketOnsen entry¥500–1,500 (≈ US$4–11)
- Budget bedRyokan room (double), a night, per room¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
- Mid-range bedRyokan room (double), a night, per room¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
- High-end bedRyokan room (double), a night, per room¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TOY Toyama Airport (Limited bus to Toyama city, then IR Ishikawa Railway to Isurugi (≈1 h total).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
Best
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
not flagged
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Dec
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Feb (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Oyabe: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
5 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
14 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Nov
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
Dec
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Take the IR Ishikawa Railway from Kanazawa to Isurugi Station (25 min, ¥500) or from Toyama (35 min, ¥660). Most attractions are within walking distance of the station.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Miyajima Gorge
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Bus from Isurugi Station, about 30 min (check schedule)
Waterfalls and hot‑spring area; good for a short walk.
Kurikara Prefectural Park
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h total
Bus from Isurugi, ~45 min (check)
Historic battle site and cherry‑tree grove.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Takino‑so
Traditional ryokan near city centre; good for one night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Ryokan room (double)1 × 1 night × ¥9,000 | ¥9,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 |
| IR Ishikawa Railway Kanazawa → Isurugi (round trip)1 × ¥500 · check | ¥500 |
| Onsen entry (Miyajima Onsen)1 × ¥800 · check | ¥800 |
| eSIM, 1 week data1 × ¥2,500 | ¥2,500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,780 |
| Trip total≈ ¥19,580 per person per day, bed included | ¥19,580≈ US$140 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ¥400–700 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Noodle soup (Menrui Shokudo) | ¥800–1,300 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Usugōri‑Honpo Gorōmaruya cake slice | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Onsen entry | ¥500–1,500 (≈ US$4–11) |
| Local bus ride | ¥200–¥300 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Festival crowds peak on June 10‑11; book accommodation early.
- Onsen opening hours vary seasonally; check locally.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kanazawa → Isurugi (IR Ishikawa Railway): about ¥500 (≈ US$4), 25 min (check)
- Onsen entry (Miyajima Onsen): ≈¥800 per person
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Oyabe. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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