Old Town Takayama Travel Guide
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Visit Old Town Takayama
Popular places to visit

Miyagawa Morning Market
Experience authentic Takayama life at this teeming morning market, where traditionally dressed farmers hawk fresh produce and local wares.

Kusakabe Folk Museum
Admire the grandiose aesthetic of this mansion, once home to a successful and wealthy merchant family.

Morning Markets
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Morning Markets during your stay in Takayama. Experience the festivals and museums in this culturally rich area.

Takayama Showa Kan
You can study the exhibits at Takayama Showa Kan, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Takayama. Find some time to visit the temples or monuments in this quaint area.

Yoshijima House
Learn about the local history of Takayama with a stop at Yoshijima House. Discover the museums and temples in this quaint area.
Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area
You can learn about the history of Takayama when you stop by Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area. Experience the museums and festivals in this walkable area.
Things to do

Hida Folk Village Museum Passes in Takayama Japan

Buddhism morning prayer ceremony in Takayama

Nagoya: Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch
![Departing from Takayama [Regular sightseeing bus] World Heritage Sites Shirakawago and Gokayama Ainokura](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46197483/913c7c89-def4-45b6-abde-d80dc081cc23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Departing from Takayama [Regular sightseeing bus] World Heritage Sites Shirakawago and Gokayama Ainokura

From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
Top hotels in Old Town Takayama

Hotel Wood Takayama
The hotel was perfectly fine in the heart of the historical district. Super friendly staff. Comfy futon beds. Free bar until 10.30. Great onsen. Busy serving your groups, a few scuffs and wear and tear. But for price point? Bang on the buck.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Wat Hotel& Spa Hida Takayama
Staff was spectacular, I'm so sorry they have to deal with less than delightful guests on what seems like a regular basis. We greatly appreciate you and enjoyed our gift of champagne. Area is very walkable, bed is on the softer side of Japans hotel beds. Our room was big enough and it was one of ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Residence Hotel Takayama Station
Clean room, large size. Complimentary water each day was a very nice touch that we liked. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

TOKYU STAY Hida-Takayama Musubi no Yu
Excellent horel
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Hotel Associa Takayama Resort
Great views, convenient shuttle and not far from the centre by taxi if you miss the shuttle. Friendly staff. Old fashioned but clean and charming. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

hotel around TAKAYAMA, an Ascend Collection Hotel
One of the best experiences I’ve ever had at a hotel. The staff is so nice and helpful and the rooms are great. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in Takayama!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Takayama

Atagomachi
When in Atagomachi, you can plan a visit to Sakurayama-Jinja and Takayama Yatai Kaikan, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hida Takayama Onsen
Hida Takayama Onsen is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Miyagawa Morning Market.

Fuyutō
While Fuyutō isn't home to many top sights, Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall and Takayama Yatai Kaikan are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Town Takayama Travel Guide
- Miyagawa Morning Market
- Kusakabe Folk Museum
- Takayama Showa Kan
- Hirayu Waterfall
- Hida-no-Sato
- Meiho Ski Resort
- Takayama Yatai Kaikan
- Takayama Jinya
- Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village
- Chubu-Sangaku National Park
- Honoki-Daira Ski Resort
- Mont Deus Hidakuraiyama Snow Park
- Hida Furukawa Festival Exhibition Hall
- Hirayu Onsen Ski Place
- Hida Great Limestone Cave
- Sakurayama-Jinja
- Shiroyama Park
- Ciao Ontake Snow Resort

