Takaoka, Toyama

Takaoka (高岡市) is a Japanese city in Toyama Prefecture on the island of Honshu.

History
Takaoka was established in 1609. It developed as a castle town.

The modern city of Takaoka was established in 1889.

In 1933, Takaoka's large statue of the Buddha (Daibutsu) was created.

Other websites

 * Takaoka City website