Skip Kyoto. Go to Takayama #japantravel

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Discover Takayama, a preserved Edo-period old town, offering unique sake experiences, Hida beef, and serving as a convenient base for two cool day trips to places like Shirakawa-go and Kamikochi.

1 plan · 4 places · 1 experience

Plan · 2 places · Gifu, Japan

Takayama Day Trip Hub

“Takayama is a convenient home base for two really cool day trips to Shirakawa-go and Kamikochi.”

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Shirakawa-go
Heritage preservation · Shirakawa
4.5 (3,900)Open now
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One of two really cool day trips from Takayama, known for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses.
Shirakawa-go, Ogimachi, Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu 501-5627, Japan
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Kamikochi
Scenic spot · Matsumoto
4.8 (5,636)Closed · opens tomorrow 8 AM
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One of two really cool day trips from Takayama, offering stunning natural beauty and hiking opportunities in the Japanese Alps.
Kamikōchi, 上高地 Azumi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-1516, Japan

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Takayama Old Town
Store · Takayama
4.7 (1,266)
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A beautifully preserved old town from the Edo period, offering a glimpse into traditional Japan without the crowds of more touristy cities. It's perfect for strolling and exploring historical architecture.
Takayama Old Town, 43番地 43 Kamininomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0845, Japan
- Hida Beef — You have to try Hida beef here; it's just as good as Kobe beef but less expensive. It's a must-try local delicacy.
Experience · 1 place
Unique Gacha Sake Experience
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You can do this unique gacha sake experience in Takayama. You put in a token, and a capsule comes out with a small cup and a token for a specific sake. Then you go to the sake dispenser, insert your token, and get a taste of a local sake. It's a fun way to try different varieties!
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Gacha Sake Experience
Sake brewery · Takayama
4.9 (98)Open · until 4:30 PM
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A unique interactive experience where you can sample various local sakes using a gacha machine. You get a token for a specific sake to try.
Hirase Sake Brewery Tasting Room, 82 Kamiichinomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0844, Japan

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