TAKAYAMA TRAVEL GUIDE | 11 Things to Do in Takayama, Japan on a Day Trip!

Welcome to our Takayama travel guide! This city sits in the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Prefecture surrounded by the scenic Japanese Alps.
Takayama is a place where you can explore beautifully preserved neighbourhoods from the Edo period, see the floats that are paraded in one of Japan's most famous festivals, enjoy the walking trails that go past temples and shrines, and sample the local cuisine which features plenty of Hida beef.
In this Takayama travel guide, we’re going to share everything you can do with one day in Takayama and it’s an action-packed itinerary!
Things to do in Takayama, Japan | Takayama Travel Guide
00:45 - Miyagawa River and Nakabashi Bridge
01:32 - Takayama Jinya
03:30 - Hida Takayama Retro Museum
07:34 - Hida Beef and Vegetarian Lunch Set at Local Cuisine Hisadaya
10:48 - Sanmachi Suji
12:02 - Yoshijima Traditional House
13:49 - Cat Cafe and Cat Rescue Centre (猫の月さくらやま)
16:26 - Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan
18:32 - Nikkokan
19:42 - Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine
21:17 - Higashiyama Walking Course
23:26 - Matsuki Burger
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TAKAYAMA TRAVEL GUIDE | 11 Things to Do in Takayama, Japan on a Day Trip!
Welcome to the captivating city of Takayama, nestled in the heart of the Hida region in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. This city, embraced by the breathtaking Japanese Alps, is a treasure trove of culture, history, and natural beauty, making it an essential destination for any traveler exploring Japan.
Takayama, with its beautifully preserved neighborhoods from the Edo period, offers a journey back in time. The city is renowned for its Takayama Matsuri, one of Japan's most famous festivals, where exquisite floats parade through the streets, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and the rich cultural heritage of the region.
In this detailed Takayama travel guide, we provide an action-packed itinerary perfect for a day's exploration in this enchanting city. From morning until evening, Takayama unveils its charms, blending historical wonders with natural beauty and culinary delights.
Morning Adventures:
Miyagawa River and Nakabashi Bridge: Start your day with a serene walk along the Miyagawa River, leading to the iconic Nakabashi Bridge. The picturesque setting offers a perfect introduction to Takayama's scenic landscapes.
Takayama Jinya: Step into history at Takayama Jinya, a former government outpost that now serves as a museum. This site provides insight into the governance and daily life during the Edo period.
Midday Discoveries:
Hida Takayama Retro Museum: Dive into the past at this museum, showcasing the Showa period's lifestyle and culture. It's a nostalgic journey through Takayama's recent history.
Local Cuisine Hisadaya: For lunch, savor a meal at Hisadaya, where you can enjoy sets featuring Hida beef or vegetarian options. It's a culinary experience highlighting local ingredients and flavors.
Afternoon Explorations:
Sanmachi Suji: Wander through the historic streets of Sanmachi Suji, lined with traditional houses, shops, and sake breweries. It's a vibrant area where history and modern life meet.
Yoshijima Traditional House: Visit this well-preserved traditional house, offering a glimpse into the architectural elegance of Takayama's past.
Cat Cafe and Cat Rescue Centre (猫の月さくらやま): Take a relaxing break at this unique cafe, where you can enjoy the company of cats and support a local rescue center.
Evening Wonders:
Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan: Marvel at the festival floats displayed here, each a masterpiece of art and engineering.
Nikkokan and Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine: Explore the cultural depth of Takayama at these sites, rich in history and spirituality.
Higashiyama Walking Course: Conclude your day with a peaceful walk along this trail, passing by temples, shrines, and natural beauty, offering a reflective end to your journey.
Bonus Stop:
Matsuki Burger: If you're craving something different, try a local twist on the classic burger at Matsuki Burger, a perfect blend of Western and Japanese flavors.
This Takayama travel guide invites you to immerse yourself in the city's rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural splendor. Whether you're exploring ancient streets, enjoying local cuisine, or simply taking in the majestic views of the Japanese Alps, Takayama promises an unforgettable experience.
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[@MartyMaa]

I noticed the background music is different, and the selection is perfect, especially when inside the Cat Cafe. It immediately gives a scintillating feel and enhances the viewing experience. Thanks to Samual and Audrey, Takayama is now on the radar for my next trip to Japan. I love the facial expressions of both when introducing and tasting the one-of-a-kind local Japanese food.

[@Posey12345]

Fantastic video guys this series of Japan is amazing

[@booklover555]

“I’m old enough to be retro” lol it’s funny when we suddenly realize that. Time flies.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Haha, it sure does! It's so strange seeing our childhood toys already in a museum.

[@trindadeivan]

Love the videos! How come they have only 6k views?! This content is better than 99% of travel videos I’ve seen.

[@evelyngrammar]

Serendipity is often the best experiences. And for me, it's the future. My husband & I have this conversation all the time!

[@Fvejo]

2:13 - 12:33 - 11:40 - 14:34 - Funniest bits of an excellent video, full of beautiful places and a very philosophical Samuel as well.

[@gladysherrerajoya873]

Hermoso video, profesionalismo y seriedad, muchas gracias desde Bucaramanga, Colombia. Un saludo.

[@LoveLUZZY]

Hello guys! Have fun and ecnjoy! Beautiful places ,amazing and relaxing!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much. It was nice to revisit again! 😊

[@bmacavanza193]

thank you. I always enjoy and appreciate your hard work

[@arkadandfortuna1582]

Omg Centipede was my fav growing up ❤

[@vinyalonde]

Takayama is a real treat. I was there from December 3 to the 6th and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was a very restful stay. You did a lot!

[@samuelandaudrey]

That's great to hear. Glad you had a nice visit to Takayama!

[@helenmackinnon817]

I just adore your style of vlogs thanks so much 🇬🇧 ✌

[@samuelandaudrey]

Aww, glad you like them, Helen! We're happy to hear that. 😊

[@aleksandrabelozorova]

Great video, thank you for sharing your experience ! Took some notes for my trip :)

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

You guys really know where to pick your spots. Stunning is Takayama. The retro museum . What a find. You have the ultimate guide. Hope you guys are doing ok. Sending you much love❤❤ from Harriet, Jim and Yuki

[@jorgenossa9224]

Thanks for your beautiful video 🤗🤗

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks for watching!

[@TM-we8wq]

I'm glad to see you two visiting country side.

[@visitandshare]

Really nice sharing dear ❤ Big thank for the great video and further success 🍀

[@typhanthongphay]

Awesome 😁

[@uncafepf]

My favorite channel! I’m happy to see you guys enjoying Takayama. I consider Takayama as my home away from home. You guys are a great example of how to speak English for learners. I’m looking forward to the next episode.

[@gastev]

Great stuff guys. We were in takayama in November and we agree, whilst it's more popular with crowds than it was before, if you wander just a little bit you can find nice piece's of quiet. Safe travels. ❤

[@ElZorrotruck]

Most definitely I would like to see the future.

[@TravelbyDartTV]

Think Kyoto without the crowds, with mountains that make Mount Fuji look like a molehill. It is like nature's beauty served with a side of tranquility! Kidding aside, this is exactly why I am fond of countryside. I remembered the last time I visited Japan to film one of our TV show episode and I am now looking forward to have another visit!

[@MV-sy4id]

Nice review, loved it ! Good luck

[@samuelandaudrey]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mohammadalfakki159]

Thank you so much for everything to do the nice trip ❤️😊✨🤲🏼

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@edgardopescatori]

Hola Audrey y Samuel. Gracias por hacerme conocer otros países Takayama es hermoso, ojalá subas video con tu papá Daniel y Toguchi. Saludos desde Córdoba Edgardo 🍷.

[@carrerlluna66]

Loved it. I have seen the Retro Museum before on John Daub or Chris Broad's you tube channel. I would love to visit. To answer Sam's question, I would rather time travel to the past as I do not feel too optimistic about the future. Thanks guys.

[@user-gp5mk7ck5e]

This video's great, really enjoyable. The part showing the traditional house was very interesting, I like the way you showed its interior. Audrey, I hope you didn't break anything at 12:34 😎

[@samuelandaudrey]

LOL, thankfully I didn't break anything! I just felt like a giant walking through the house and nearly fell over on the steps. 😅

[@ettevaatustproductions6164]

You guys had it all in this one. We have not been to a cat cafe in about a year and miss the kitty love. However, we are planning to get a cat sometime over the summer or early fall. Enjoyed this video so much - you guys know how to travel.

[@merrynpreston9446]

Yes takayama was our first ryokan stay about 5 years ago. ❤

[@alpinestar5496]

Back in time

[@ostseesegler9606]

Very interesting trip, we go to China, every year but we are planning to go to Japan one day too.

[@sabrinastraveladventures4263]

Once again 🎉❤👍🏼 TAKAYAMA and the retro museum are in my bucket list but funny fact we just arrived in Dublin and I was watching your video chilling out after a travel day and you mentioned DDR so I investigated where it was in Germany and that’s Berlin! I’ve never heard of it so I think we will check it out tomorrow! Cheers Audrey for this random comment I’ve picked on perfect timing 🤭. 3.30 Diner usually breakfast for me 😅😊we’ll almost 😅 I’m also going to check dates for the festival and hotels availability 👍🏼 another great tip! Your vegan option traditional meal looked del ish I’m going to google map and pin 📍 all these Take care Sabrina 🇫🇷🇬🇧

[@blah4821]

I just booked accommodations for the fall festival. Literally had to call around and ask directly ( this is normal, as they don't always 'open' those months/days for booking on 3rd party sites) . I found only one place that was wiling to open the books for an October booking during the festival. So excited.

[@lindadriver9709]

I love your video style , l shall follow you from now on ! Takayama looks pretty hilly everywhere - can you get around here without too many bouts of climbing?

[@yukat3206]

Nice mix of different things you’ve done. I’m Japanese, but I feel like copying what you did. Well done & thanks for giving me an idea of Takayama visit.

[@user-jr8el8ii9p]

Excellent～😻ﾆｬ~👍️

[@susanzepernick8801]

Great videos - live Japan. We are in Argentina for 6 weeks. In El Calafate now and heading to Bareloche. When are you headed back?

[@diegolargo8131]

Deberían ir a Ishigaki e Iriomote, el "Japón tropical" bien al sur de las islas Yaeyama en la prefectura de Okinawa. Hermoso su viaje por Japón.

[@fuctup19]

11:40 Awwwwwwww!

[@rexlawrence1168]

"not a fan of dolls"....I always believed I was the only one!

[@brutaltruth7197]

How is the Hotel restoration Coming along? .. no updates for months

[@davidwolstenholme4676]

I WONDER WHAT FRIGHTENED THE CATS

[@spankohyayo]

信濃路から飛騨路へ。最高のコースですね。昔の日本を感じられる場面が多かったかと思います！！

[@guillermoburgos9938]

Hello guys, excellent video!!👍🏼🙏 How many night do you recommend in Takayama?

[@samuelandaudrey]

I would say 2-3 days is a good amount of time, especially if you're going to plan a day trip to Shirakawa-go. This trip was a bit shorter for us because it was our second time visiting!

[@stephenwarren9762]

Really great. What is the average temperature in that part of Japan 🇯🇵 when you were there

[@gastev]

I also always wanted to travel to the future but now as an adult I'm a little scared. I would probably travel back 100 years or so.

[@dazeydaisy-pu6hl]

What time of year was this filmed? I'm going in September and I'm trying to gauge what to expect 😅

[@tedbowman6623]

Sam: so is "vintage" older than "retro" ? I was worried that you, Audrey and Yulia were considered Retro but worried that I was classified as vintage...😳

[@curiousnomadic]

I feel old if you don't even know what streetfighter is.

[@mayloh1596]

May I know the name of restaurant you went for lunch?

[@HJones-pi5bs]

I enjoyed your videos in Argentina! What are good websites to view houses for sale in Argentina?