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 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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 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” 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” 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
- 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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