guided tours by taxi or minivan

Sightseeing information

In Takayama, there are many things that can be enjoyed all year round such as the Old Town, the morning markets, and the Takayama festivals. Around Takayama, there are famous sites such as shirakawa-gou World Heritage Site.
There is also beautiful nature and hot springs which can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Takayama city area

Takayama city area information
Takayama Morning Market
Takayama Morning Market
Takayama morning market is one of the biggest morning markets in Japan.Freshly picked local fruit and vegetables are on display. You can also try traditional pickles.
Sanmachi
Kamisannomachi(Old Town)
Located in the center of Takayama's historic district, this area is famous for its old-fashioned merchant houses. You can buy traditional crafts and try delicious local snacks and sake.
Takayama Jinya
Takayama Jinya
This was the local governor’s office during the Edo period. In the past, there were more than 60 buildings of this kind throughout Japan. However, Takayama Jinya is the only one which remains today.
Hida Folk Village
Hida Folk Village
Four remarkable 17th century floats occupy this museum celebrating Takayama’s famous Autumn Festival. It also includes a display of Japan’s largest portable shrines.
Festival Float Exhibition Hall
Festival Float Exhibition Hall
Four remarkable 17th century floats occupy this museum celebrating Takayama’s famous Autumn Festival. It also includes a display of Japan’s largest portable shrines.

Local food in Takayama

Takayama's local cuisine has a long history.It combines traditional cooking styles with fresh ingredients to create unique flavors.

Hida Takayama Ramen
Takayama ramen
Takayama ramen is made with curly noodles in soup based a soy sauce. You can try it at any of the local ramen shops in town.
Mitarashi Dango
Mitarashi Dango
These grilled rice balls on a wooden stick are an old- fashioned snack. Here in Hida area, they are always served with soy sauce unlike other places, where they’re sweet.
Hida beef
Hida beef
Hida beef has become one of the most famous and high quality meats in Japan. It’s tender, well-marbled and has a rich flavor.

Restaurant information

Kitchen Hida
“Kitchen Hida” Steak House
Hida beef has The cow has ranking by pedigree, it varies in price one. "The Kitchen Hida" is Hida beef steak specialty restaurant
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LE MIDI
“LE MIDI” Restaurant
The Chef uses carefully selected ingredients procured daily to cleverly create a complete Specialty Course. The menu changes to incorporate the Chef’s new ideas,
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Center 4 Hamburgers
Center 4 Hamburgers
This restaurant, located in the center of the city, is popular with foreign tourists. It specializes in hamburgers. The Hida beef burgers are an excellent choice.
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