Birthplace of Takaoka Casting with Senbon-goshi Lattice Houses and Stone-Paved Streets
About this spot
About 400 years ago, this became the birthplace of Takaoka's casting industry when Maeda Toshinaga summoned master casters to the area. Traditional merchant houses feature fine 'senbon-goshi' (thousand-line lattice) shutters, with stone-paved streets that evoke the history and weight of Takaoka's casting culture. Workshops still dot the area, and it's enjoyable to browse shops selling cast-iron products such as wind chimes and decorative items. As evening approaches, this is an ideal place to leisurely savor the origins of Takaoka's artisan culture.
Fireworks details
Name: 千保川灯籠流し祭
Date & time: 8/16 (Sun) Time TBA
Venue: 高岡市・千保川河川敷
2026年8月16日、高岡市を流れる千保川の河川敷で行われる灯籠流し祭は、お盆に帰ってきたご先祖の霊を、灯籠の灯りとともに静かに見送る伝統行事です。日が暮れると、家族の名前や願いごとが書かれた無数の灯籠が川面へと放たれ、ゆらゆらと灯りを揺らしながら下流へと流れていきます。花火や太鼓とはまた違う、静かで厳かな雰囲気が漂う祭りで、夏の終わりをしみじみと感じさせてくれます。夜の川面いっぱいに広がる灯りの帯は、高岡の夏の締めくくりにふさわしい光景です。
Tips
河川敷は夜になると足元が暗くなるため、懐中電灯やスマートフォンのライトを持参すると安心です。虫が多い時期でもあるので、虫よけ対策をしっかりしておきましょう。灯籠を流したい場合は、会場で受付方法を確認してください。
Tips
It's within walking distance from Yamacho-dori. It's recommended to walk the stone pavement in comfortable shoes. Some workshops offer viewing or hands-on experiences, so consider stopping by if you have time.
Best time to visit
Takes about 40 minutes. The slanting light of early evening beautifully highlights the shadows of the lattice shutters.
Access & map
〒933-0841 Toyama Prefecture, Takaoka City, Kanaya-cho
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