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25 THINGS TO DO AROUND TAKAYAMA & WHERE TO STAY

Starting with the old town, visitors to Takayama are spoiled for choice when it comes to things to do, see and eat!

EXPLORE TAKAYAMA'S HISTORIC OLD TOWN

Takayama's old town is one of Japan's best preserved Edo Period streetscapes and host of two famous annual 'matsuri' (festivals).

Best Tours and Itineraries in Takayama & Shirakawa-go

Discover Takayama's beauty and heritage through our expertly crafted tours, ensuring unforgettable experiences.

RIDE THE SHINHOTAKA ROPEWAY

Open all year round, the Shinhotaka Ropeway is one of the most famous and scenic in Japan.

LIMITED EXPRESS 'HIDA'

The Hida Line connects Takayama to Toyama in the north and Nagoya in the south and is an enjoyable experience in of itself.

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Summer in Takayama and Shirakawa-go

Journey Through Lush Landscapes and Timeless Heritage in Japan’s Heartland Takayama a…

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Takayama: Gateway to Scenic Walks

Takayama is often celebrated for its traditional charm and rich cultural heritage, bu…

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Cherry Blossoms in Takayama: When and Where to Enjoy the 2025 Season

Cherry blossoms, known as ‘sakura,’ are an iconic symbol of Japan, celebrated for the…

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The Takayama Travel Guide

Located in the Japanese Alps, Takayama is a town that weaves together history, cultur…

Tours

(Multi-day Tour)

2-Day Snow Monkey Tour: Nagano To Takayama via Matsumoto

Spots:: Nagano
Pick-up:: Nagano City
Drop-off:: Takayama

¥88,000

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(Day Tour)

1-Day Tour from Takayama: Explore Scenic Old Japan in Takayama and Shirakawa-go

Spots:: Takayama
Pick-up:: Takayama
Drop-off:: Takayama

¥20,800 / 22,800

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How to Get to Takayama

Boasting one of Japan's best preserved Edo Period (1603-1868) town centres, Takayama …

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How to Get to Shirakawa-go

Most visitors to the villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama will use public transport …

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NOZAWA ONSEN → TAKAYAMA

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SHIGA KOGEN → TAKAYAMA

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Charters

Private Charters

NOZAWA ONSEN → TAKAYAMA

Duration:: 3-4 Hours
Spots:: Takayama,

¥120,000~

Private Charters

SHIGA KOGEN → TAKAYAMA

Duration:: 5-6 Hours
Spots:: Takayama,

¥120,000~

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Activities

(Historic & Castle / Nature & Adventure / Temple & Shrine / Autumn Leaves)

Higashiyama Walking Course

Nestled in the eastern hills of Takayama, the Higashiyama Walking Course is a scenic …

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Takayama Historic Old Town

Hidden in the scenic mountains of Central Japan, Takayama offers a timeless journey t…

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Shirakawa-go & Gokayama

Shirakawa-go, the largest of the three famed gassho-zukuri farmhouse villages and des…

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Shinhotaka Ropeway - A Journey Beyond the Clouds

The Shinhotaka Ropeway (新穂高ロープウェイ) is an engineering marvel and a beacon of adventure…

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Events

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Takayama Festival: A Spectacle of Tradition and Elegance

The Takayama Festival, known locally as Takayama Matsuri, is one of Japan's most cele…

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