Tours & Activities in Takayama

Visit the historic city of Takayama and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shiragawa-go on a full-day tour from Nagoya. Discover Takayama's markets and food, and marvel at the scenery in Shiragawa-go.

Walking tour with expert guide and multifacedet artist: I am the only foreigner expert guide living in Japan for almost 20 years, and living in Takayama for almost 10 years. I speak Italian, English and Japanese. More than 20 years in customer service and hospitality. Where and what: Takayama's downtown Sanmachi Suji, the old town of Takayama, with the traditional houses since Edo period and much more... I will present to you the best of this city within 30 minutes, from different aspects: Geography Economy Art & Culture History Local crafts, focal foods For the guide and the dear guests: All the expences such as drinks, food, tickets etc., must be covered by the dear guest, tour guide included. All expences other than the tour reservation fee, are considered as extras and are not included in this service. Help the guide improve, tips are welcome!

Get to know Takayama from another perspective by walking through its streets at nightfall. On this night tour, you'll explore the historic centre.

Be enthralled by the intricate woodwork of Takayama and explore the mountain village of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided trip from Takayama.

You can experience History and culture of Takayama. This is walking tour around oldtownship in Takayama city. local guide could satisfy you!!! You can make food sample like photo if you want. Please let us know if you want to do it. If no request anything guide will not do this expelience. this tour include food sample of Takoyaki making fee ! but if you want to do this, you need time + 30min. we will do English guide this tour. 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.

Discover the traditional Japan with this guided tour of Takayama. You'll walk through the historic centre of this town getting to know its monuments.

Explore Hida Takayama and immerse yourself in its rich history. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Village to get lost in its beauty, and choose to add a meal plan with Hida Beef lunch.

We carry out while considering safety by wearing a special wet suit and life jacket from above the swimwear. Please contact us for sales / rental of swimsuit. Let's enjoy the great nature of Takayama!

If you're passionate about Japanese food, don't miss this Takayama Food Tour. You'll be amazed by the array of exotic flavours!

Explore Takayama accompanied by a local guide. Discover this scenic and atmospheric riverside town that features Meiji-era inns and hillside shrines as well as incredible natural scenery.

You can experience not only History and culture but also local food of Takayama. but not include food(may be you need 1-2 thousands yen) and experience of making Rice cracker.(400yen) 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. If it's raining possible to do this tour.

Have you ever tasted sake? Discover the origin of this rice liquor by visiting one of the many breweries in Takayama, including a tasting session!

Embark on an informative walking tour to discover 3 local favorite eateries in Takayama. Discover local delicacies and finish your tour with a visit to a sake brewery.

While many Machiya buildings have lost their original appearance, our house still shows how life was in those days. Machiya architecture follows a certain format, and how each house pursued beauty within that format is quite different. Our townhouse was formerly run as an obstetrics and gynecology clinic. The combination of the main house and the clinic is very unique, and the strange harmony of the two is very beautiful. You will get to know the Machiya architecture and enjoy Japanese tea with seasonal fruits and sweets.

Experience Japan's historic tradition, culture, and architecture on this day trip to the villages of Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go. Learn what makes each stop unique from your guide.

This is a great ticket with a 2-day free ticket for the section from Takayama to Shinhotaka Ropeway and a round-trip ticket for Shinhotaka Ropeway. In addition, by presentation of "whole value ticket" ... ・ Okuhida bear ranch entrance ticket ¥ 20% discount ・ Hida Great Limestone Cave entrance fee ¥ 200 discount ・ Shinhotaka Ropeway Shinhonoyu 100yen discount ・ Hirayu no Mori bathing fee 100 yen discount ・ Alps Kaido Hirayu Souvenir gift for purchases over ¥ 1,000 With benefits! !

Taste local sake at the oldest sake brewery in Takayama and learn all about the history of this town from your experienced guide.

The exhibition room divided into art, history, natural history, and books is outstanding! Not only works, but also the beauty of architecture and space are attractive! Immerse yourself in the art world in a healing space surrounded by French limestone. Fun for the whole family!

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the history and culture of Takayama on this walking tour with a local guide.

Ninja Cafe Takayama is a facility where visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Japan and the role of the ninja? Ninja Cafe Takayama is a facility that both adults and children can enjoy. Please come to Ninja Cafe Takayama when you visit Nagoya, Gifu, or Takayama to create memories of your trip to Japan.

Discover Hida's Great Limestone Cave, and encounter the majestic bears at Okuhida Bear Park. Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Japan Alps with a journey up the Shinhotaka Ropeway

You will enjoy walking through scenic old-town Takayama as you make the rounds of six sake breweries, sampling a variety of different styles. Remember to take it slow. That's a lot of sake! Your guide is an experienced brewery worker who can explain what gives each sake its unique flavor. By the end of the tour, you should have a good idea of what kind of sake you like, and how to find it. Adults only, please (20 years old or older). Children may accompany parents free of charge, but we cannot offer them any sake!

Join a day trip from Nagoya to the charming towns of Hida Takayama and Shirakawa. Explore ancient streets, enjoy local cuisine, and admire unique Gassho-style architecture.

Private cooking class at our private historical townhouse in the preserved district. We offer authentic cooking classes where you can connect with the depth of Japanese food culture. We will take you to the morning market to pick up ingredients, and learn the true way of living as local people in Hida Takayama. You will learn basics of Japanese cooking chemistry, and basic ingredients such as soy sauce, miso, mirin, and dash.

An educational experience to learn about what gives sake its flavor, and how to find the kinds that you like, while trying samples at all six of the centuries-old breweries in downtown Takayama.

This facility is visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Japan and the role of the ninja? Ninja Cafe Takayama is a facility that both adults and children can enjoy. Please visit us when you come to Nagoya, Gifu or Takayama.

Spend two days to explore Shirakawago and Hida Takayama!

Explore the Sanmachi district after dark, hear the tales of what actually went on in this district during the Edo period. Our professionally guided tour will take you through the 2 most beautiful districts of Takayama and then we'll sit down with fellow travellers to a full course traditional meal and drinks(included in tour price). The tour duration is 2.5 hours. You will get the chance to explore the cultural background of these unique districts and get to sample some of the local dishes available in this area. Our night tour groups are small(usually 3 - 8 people) and include a dedicated professional guide to explain the locations and the dishes.

Journey from Nagoya with VIP Liner's exclusive tour. Destination not accessible by train, you can enjoy a non-stop direct journey from Nagoya, depart from Nagoya VIP Liner Bus Stop every weekend.

Visit the best parts of Takayama & Shirakawago with a private English speaking guide. You will be taken to the Sanmachi Street in Takayama, where you'll see the old castle town which has many restaurants, souvenir shops. Walk along the traditional local food street where Mitarashi Dango (rice dumpling in a sweet soy sauce) is the local specialty. The tour will also go to Shirakawago to see Japanese traditional buildings. You will learn the history of Shirakawago, how people have remained those life style. Take a photos of the well-preserved Shirakawago, then your tour will end at Kanazawa (We'll take you to Shirakawago by local express bus and you can keep your luggage in lockers at Shirakawago. Or send it to your Kanazawa accommodation one day in advance. Lockers or sending costs are not included.)