Takayama

Travel Guide

A mountainous landscape with a small town nestled in a valley.
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A river flowing through a forested valley with dense green foliage on both sides.
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A river flowing through a lush green landscape with rocks and dense vegetation.
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A grassy hill with a dirt path leading up to a rocky outcrop.
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A snow-covered mountain with trees in the foreground.
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Where to stay in Takayama

Find the best Takayama areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Takai

If you're spending some time in Takai, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree are top sights worth seeing.

Stay near popular Takayama attractions

A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff.
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Matsukawa Gorge

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matsukawa Gorge during your travels in Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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Things to do

From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour

From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour

P11,189
per adult
From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour
Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

P9,439
per adult
Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano
Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip

Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip

P10,656
per adult
Nagano/Matsumoto: Matsumoto Castle and Narai-juku Day Trip
Strolling through the towering cedar avenue of Togakushi.

Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions

P8,373
per adult
Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions
1-Day Togakushi: Soba making, Ninja Town and Hidden Shrines

1-Day Togakushi: Soba making, Ninja Town and Hidden Shrines

P8,868
per adult
1-Day Togakushi: Soba making, Ninja Town and Hidden Shrines
Watch your oyaki grilled to perfection over an open hearth by a local master.

Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji

P5,252
per adult
Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji
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A garden with purple wisteria hanging from trees, surrounded by people and colorful flowers.

Nakano

A traditional Japanese building with a red bridge in a lush, green setting.

Nakanojo