24 days in Takayama Itinerary

Hidden high up in the Japanese Alps, Takayama remained largely cut off from the rest of Japan for centuries, allowing the local culture to grow in relative isolation.

Venture out of the city with trips to Nagiso-machi (Odaki-Medaki Waterfalls, Nakasendo Tsumagojuku, &more), Matsumoto (Matsumoto Folkcraft Museum (Matsumoto Mingei-kan), Matsumoto City Art Museum, &more) and Kanazawa (D. T. Suzuki Museum, Ishikawa Prefectural Museum for Traditional Products and Crafts, &more). Next up on the itinerary: learn more about the world around you at Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato), take a memorable drive along Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, get to know the fascinating history of Higashiyama Walking Course, and don't miss a visit to The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses.

To find traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Takayama trip builder app.

November in Takayama sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C at night.