Top 6 Hidden Gems Things to do in Takayama, Chubu

May 22, 2021 Flossie Demartino

Discover the best top things to do in Takayama, Japan including Satoyama Experience, Takayama Sake Tasting, Hida Free Tour, UMESEKO TOUR, Higashiyama Walking Course, Takayama Showa Museum.
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1. Satoyama Experience

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5.0 based on 1,142 reviews

Satoyama Experience

We have many programs in which you can experience rural culture and history inherited in satoyama. Especially, HIDA SATOYAMA CYCLING, ART & CULTURE, TOWN & VILLAGE WALK are very popular guided tours in HIDA-TAKAYAMA!Please enjoy the special time you can have only here through the tours connecting daily lives of local people with your travel.

2. Takayama Sake Tasting

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5.0 based on 55 reviews

Takayama Sake Tasting

We offer wonderfull sake tasting time for international traveller in English. You can taste 6 different kinds of sakes, which are breuwed in Hida Takayama area, during the activity. You can enjoy not only tasting but also learning Japanese culture, tradition and history deeply connected sake since ancient times. Of course, we will give practical information about sake.

3. Hida Free Tour

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Hida Free Tour

We are "Going Local - Hida Free Tour" We, Hida Locals, will give you a free walking tour in Hida region, mainly Hida Furukawa. We do free walking tour in Shirakawago & Takayama too upon request. This tour is very unique in that you will learn not only about local tradition & culture but also about Japanese society & history. We also conduct "HIDA IZAKAYA CRAWL" in Hida Furukawa. Our guides will take you to three to four Izakayas and Pubs which are loved by locals and never shown in guide books. Only our guides from this area can make this tour possible. All tours require reservation through email.

4. UMESEKO TOUR

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5.0 based on 258 reviews

UMESEKO TOUR

We focus on creating unique experience and offer off the beaten path tours for foreign travelers in Takayama. Our flagship tour is E-Bike Tour, which provides you with new perspectives of the Japan’s countryside. Cycling around a rural village, you can fully enjoy stunning views in a rich nature and local cultural experiences. Why not explore the rural Japan with us?

5. Higashiyama Walking Course

Atagomachi, Takayama Gifu Prefecture http://alkg.jp/course/C121014
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4.5 based on 434 reviews

Higashiyama Walking Course

Temples and shrines, a castle and private homes are among the sights along this 3.5 kilometer self-paced walking tour.

Reviewed By HappyFamily0f3 - London, United Kingdom

We thoroughly enjoyed the walk above Takayama town, exploring the various peaceful shrines and cemeteries along the way. It was quiet on a hot August day, but due to bear activity in the area it was recommended to bang a large metal can before entering some temples, just to ‘give the bears notice’ as one of the signs said. Unfortunately we couldn’t complete the route as the park was completely closed due to the bears. That was a shame and resulted in a long hot walk home along the road. Despite that, it is still a great way to spend a few hours in Takayama. There is also a great little quirky coffee shop along the way. Stop there for a drink and you’ll have your picture taken by the friendly owner and feature in his visitors book!

6. Takayama Showa Museum

6 Shimo Ichinomachi, Takayama 506-0843 Gifu Prefecture +81 577-33-7836 [email protected] http://takayama-showakan.com
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4.5 based on 135 reviews

Takayama Showa Museum

Reviewed By judysM4786LI

A fun interactive museum from the Showa period(post WW11)-great for oldies as it is a walk down memory lane.Packed with items-somewhere different to waste a bit (or a lot) of time

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