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Experience Takayama’s nightlife on a private tour, immersing you in the city’s unique atmosphere and flavors. Night Walking & Dinner Option Start at Takayama Jinya with an overview of the tour. Stroll through the Sanmachi Suji district, including Nakabashi Bridge, East Mountain Trail, and Dekonaru Yokocho, while capturing the night views. Afterward, enjoy a 2-hour dinner at a local izakaya, savoring Takayama’s specialties. Your guide will share insights into the city’s drinking culture, providing a memorable experience of Takayama’s vibrant nightlife. Barhopping Tour Join us for a unique Takayama barhopping experience, starting with a meet-up at your hotel. Enjoy a cozy local bar, sampling Takayama’s signature drinks and snacks. Head to a second venue to explore more of the city’s nightlife. Your guide will introduce local drinking customs and must-try dishes. The tour is offering a deeper appreciation of Takayama’s hidden bar scene and nightlife culture.

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Hida Takayama, a city renowned for its well-preserved Edo-period streets. With our expert local guides, explore the historic Sanmachi Suji district, where charming merchant houses, sake breweries, and craft shops come to life. Visit the Takayama Jinya, a former government outpost, and wander through the bustling Miyagawa Morning Market to sample local delicacies. Experience the tranquil Hida Folk Village, an open-air museum showcasing traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses against the stunning Japanese Alps. Our guides share stories to deepen your appreciation of Takayama’s heritage. Enjoy a delicious Hida beef lunch, a regional specialty. While we primarily use public transportation for an authentic experience, a private vehicle can be arranged for an additional fee upon request. Don't miss this chance to uncover the magic of traditional Japan with us.

You can experience not only History and culture but also local food & Sake brewery of Takayama. include food fee and experience of making Rice cracker and Sake tasting in Hirase brewery. sometimes Rice cracker factory suddenly rest, so we need confirm if it's possible to do making rice cracker This is walking tour around in Takayama city. local guide could satisfy you! If you need other language guide, please let us know. If you wanted to private tour let us know. Not less than 2 person. Please call us if you want to do our tour within few hours. If it's raining possible to do this tour.

This tour is a simple, fun way to enjoy Takayama’s local ramen scene without worrying about where to go or how to order. Instead of visiting only one shop, you will try two different ramen stops and compare flavors, noodles, toppings, and atmosphere. Your guide will ask about your preferences, then choose suitable ramen shops based on your tastes and the local conditions that day. This makes the tour flexible and personal, rather than a fixed restaurant visit. Takayama ramen is known for its nostalgic local style, often featuring soy sauce-based broth and thin curly noodles. You can enjoy ramen, toppings, or side dishes while your guide helps with Japanese menus and ordering. This is a private food tour for travelers who want a relaxed, local, and satisfying ramen experience in central Takayama.

Discover the charm of Takayama’s historic old town on this immersive 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. The journey begins at Takayama Jinya, the last remaining government building of its kind from the Edo period, where you'll gain unique insights into its historical significance. Next, wander through Sanmachi Suji, the heart of Takayama’s old town, with its atmospheric streets lined with traditional wooden buildings. Enjoy opportunities for memorable photos and explore local shops offering handcrafted goods, miso, and fragrances. The experience concludes with a sake-tasting session at a historic brewery, where you can savor the rich flavors of locally brewed sake. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a cultural explorer, or a lover of traditional Japanese craftsmanship, this tour offers a perfect blend of heritage, culture, and authentic local experiences—all guided by a local expert to deepen your understanding of this timeless town.

Get an experience of making a hanficrafts of Takayama and taste Japanese sake at a sake brewery! You can experience one of unique handicrafts of Takayama, Kumihimo, is a traditional Japanese artform for making decorative things for such as kimono and makimono(Japanese scroll). Also, this tour offers sake taste time at Funasaka Sake Brewery, which is not just a brewery but a theme park of Japanese sake. Here is the best choice to search for a new-style Japanese sake.

The mountains around Takayama gave the wood. The long winters gave the time. And for over 1,300 years, generations of Hida craftspeople gave the skill, passed from master to apprentice in workshops still working today. On this private full-day tour, you go beyond the showroom and into the world that makes Hida furniture what it is. With your English-speaking guide and a private car, you visit five places across the day. You step inside private workshops not open to the public, meet the artisans, and handle the traditional tools yourself. You visit a museum dedicated to Hida's woodworking heritage, walk through a traditional wooden building still standing centuries later, and stop at the shops of contemporary craftspeople carrying the tradition forward. You also see where the wood itself comes from: the forests and timber yards that feed the region. Lunch is included. Your guide connects what you're seeing: why this town, why this wood, why Hida furniture is collected around the world.

Embark on a serene adventure to the breathtaking landscapes of Mt. Norikura. Starting from Takayama Station, this one-day journey takes you through the pristine beauty of the Alpine Flower Fields and to the summits of Mt. Mao and Mt. Fujimi. From vibrant flora to panoramic mountain views, this tour is perfect for nature lovers and explorers looking to experience the tranquil majesty of the Japanese Alps. Enjoy a day of effortless travel and discovery as you immerse yourself in the wonders of Norikura’s alpine environment. Discover the unique charm of each destination, culminating in an unforgettable exploration of the region’s most picturesque trails and scenic viewpoints.

Discover Takayama’s historic charm on this private walking tour. Begin at Nakabashi Park, where serene red bridges and seasonal blossoms set a peaceful tone. Wander Kamisannomachi’s Edo-period streets lined with artisan shops, then explore Babamachi, known for traditional festivals and local culture. Visit Hida Gokoku Shrine, a spiritual haven that connects visitors to Takayama’s history. Conclude at Shiroyama Park, where sweeping views of the city from the former castle grounds provide a memorable finale. This private tour offers a quiet, immersive experience for those seeking both history and serenity.

Make the most of the journey from Takayama to Osaka with this one-way transfer that includes a stop in the traditional thatched roof house village of Shirakawago. Board your comfortable bus in Takayama; explore the UNESCO-listed village at your leisure on a self-guided tour; then disembark in the city of Osaka.

The most easily accessible and accessible mountain near the Japanese Alps, Norikura is one of Japan's 100 most famous mountains, stretching from Takayama to Nagano Prefecture. Norikura is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan, stretching from the Alps to Nagano Prefecture. The highest peak is 3026m. Hida Takayama is the largest “city” in Japan, and more than 90% of it is forested. 10% of the forested area is used for sightseeing, mainly the old township, which attracts 4.7 million visitors a year, and is concentrated in one area. This tour will introduce the diversity of Takayama City while also touching on the history and culture of the city. Please dress for climbing and bring rain gear. We will check the physical condition and equipment of participants on the day of the tour and may cancel the tour if there are any problems. No refunds will be made in such cases. If Norikura-dake cannot be climbed, we will suggest other mountains.

Let's walk around the Takayama city and enjoy communicating to local people with a well informed guide. Hida Kokubunji Temple Only one of Sanju no to (three storied pagoda) in Hida area. Miyagawa Asaichi (Morning Market) One of the most famous morning markets in Japan. You can buy fresh vegetables, fruits and also traditional product of Takayama. Takayama Jinya Good experience the atmosphere of the Edo governor here. It is the only site of government office where the main building still remains. Nakabashi This site is the best place to take a beautiful photo! Kusakabe Mingei-kan Kusakabe Mingei kan (a folk museum) is registered as a National Important Cultural Property and you can learn how a townhouse of the Edo period was built. Takayama Old Town The southern half of the town called Uemachi has a sake brewery, shops of traditional crafts, sweets and more, and the northern half is where may shops related to the local living remain.

Hidden amidst the tranquil mountains of central Japan, Takayama unveils its timeless allure. Guided by a knowledgeable local, traverse picturesque streets adorned with historic treasures, where remarkable woodwork and ancient traditions flourish. Immerse yourself in the enchanting history and culture of this charming town, a stark contrast to bustling cities like Tokyo and Osaka. Discover the heart of old Japan through its well-preserved temples, unearthing stories of bygone eras. Explore the significance of the Takayama Festival, gaining insights into its deep-rooted connection to the town and the enduring bond it has forged among its people over the centuries. Join us on this journey to experience the unique charm of Takayama.

We walk and the guide will explain about the local history of Takayama and let you taste Japanese local sake! One of the best in Takayama. Takayama and its surrounding with traditional houses and history and sake breweries all around. Here there are more than six within downtown. We are going to taste local sake, the history of sake and this town, how sake is made and much more. The guide will explain in detail how sake is made in a clear, simple and step by step explanation. For sake lovers, for Takayama lovers!

Discover the Art of Japanese Sake in Takayama Join a guided tour of historic sake breweries in the heart of Takayama’s old town. Learn the traditional brewing process, explore normally off-limits areas inside the breweries, and enjoy tastings of carefully crafted sake, from time-honored classics at Hirata Brewery to modern flavors at Funasaka Brewery. With an English-speaking guide, deepen your appreciation for Japan’s iconic drink in a truly immersive setting.

You can experience History and culture of Takayama. This is walking tour around oldtownship in Takayama city. local guide could satisfy you!!! After walking tour our guide will take you to Hida Folk village. (Not include entrance fee of Hida Folk village) If you need other language guide, please let us know. If you wanted to private tour let us know. Not less than 2 person. If it's raining possible to do this tour. This is １to 2hours tour, so some places may be skipped if there is not enough time.

Through this helicopter tour, you will be able to see the famous tourist destinations of Takayama, Shirakawa-go, and the Japanese Alps from the sky. Normally, a one-way trip from the Alps to Shirakawa-go takes two hours, but through this scenic flight, you can enjoy a concentrated tour in a short 60-minute flight. Transportation to the nearest station, Takayama, is also included. The tour may be cancelled due to weather conditions. The estimated expectation is that each person weighing 77 kg (including luggage) can carry up to three people. Children under 3 years of age may board on their lap, but children over 3 years of age (including 3-year-olds) are calculated as one person. Pregnant women must have a doctor's note. Please apply at least approximately two weeks in advance.

Embark on a journey to the heart of Japanese culture in Gujo Hachiman, a hidden gem nestled in the mountains. Known for its rich history, traditional crafts, and stunning natural beauty, Gujo Hachiman offers an escape into a world where time-honoured traditions thrive in harmony with nature. This full-day tour from Takayama to Gujo Hachiman will take you through centuries-old streets, into the realms of ancient castles, and the intricate world of Japanese craft making. Wander through this picturesque town and find yourself captivated by its serene beauty, enriched by the legacy of its traditions, and inspired by the craftsmanship that has shaped its identity over centuries. Join us for an unforgettable exploration of Gujo Hachiman’s vibrant history, enduring traditions, and the artistry that makes this town a treasure of Japanese culture.

Unlike typical anime tours that simply visit famous spots, this experience lets you walk through the everyday atmosphere that inspired Hyouka while exploring the historic streets of Takayama. The tour combines anime pilgrimage with traditional townscapes, quiet shrines, riverside markets, and cafés featured in the series, creating an immersive experience even for travelers who are not hardcore anime fans. Using the official location map, guests can search for real-life scenes from the anime together with a local guide while learning about Takayama’s culture along the way. Rather than focusing only on photos, the tour is designed to let visitors experience the calm and nostalgic atmosphere that made Hyouka so memorable. The experience also includes time to relax at a café featured in the anime, making this tour a unique way to discover Takayama beyond standard sightseeing.

This tour is designed for travelers who want to enjoy Hida beef in more than one way. Instead of only choosing one restaurant, you will first try small Hida beef tastings in Takayama’s old town, then sit down for a local Hida beef meal selected according to your preferences and restaurant availability. Your private guide helps you compare casual street-food styles with seated dishes such as sukiyaki, yakiniku, hoba miso-style beef, or a Hida beef rice bowl. The focus stays on food, not general sightseeing, so you can experience Takayama through its local flavors and enjoy Hida beef with confidence.

Embark on a guided walking tour in Takayama, where culinary delights meet rich history. This breakfast discovery walk takes you through the vibrant morning markets, allowing you to taste Hida beef, freshly baked croissants, and unique coffee from local vendors. Learn about Takayama's heritage at Jinya before exploring the historical old street, blending traditional and contemporary tastes. This tour offers an immersive cultural experience, perfect for food enthusiasts and travelers eager to uncover local flavors and stories. - Guided tour through Takayama's morning markets and food stops - Food stops as you go, perfect for breakfast and little lunch snacks - Learn about Takayama's history and culture with local guides - Explore traditional and modern food shops in a captivating setting

This private and customizable tour for Takayama is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

Learn more about sake, the typical Japanese drink, on a guided tasting tour of six to seven sake breweries in Takayama. When available, you can take an optional behind-the-scenes tour to learn even more. Your guide is an experienced sake brewer who can answer your questions and give insider tips. Taste a variety of alcoholic samples at each brewery, so eat before the adults-only tour.

Set off on a private journey to the heart of the Japanese Alps with our tour through the Japanese Alps. Starting in Takayama, this full-day experience takes you to the awe-inspiring heights of the Shinhotaka Ropeway and the serene landscapes of Kamikochi. Ascend the Shinhotaka Ropeway for breathtaking views of rugged peaks and lush valleys, immersing yourself in the majesty of the Northern Japan Alps. Then, explore the peaceful beauty of Kamikochi, where pristine rivers, iconic bridges, and dramatic mountain vistas create a tranquil retreat. This private tour is crafted for nature lovers eager to discover the diverse wonders of Japan’s alpine regions. From the exhilarating ride up the Shinhotaka Ropeway to the quiet paths of Kamikochi, every step offers a unique perspective on the natural beauty of the Japanese Alps.