Takayama Holidays

Nestled in the mountainous Hida region, Takayama holidays are all about admiring nature. Take a ride in the Shinhotaka Ropeway (the longest cable car in Asia) for the best views of the Japanese Alps, visit the tranquil Hie Shrine, hidden beneath ancient cedar trees, or stretch your legs on a scenic stroll through the densely wooded Shiroyama Park. And don’t miss a trip to the picturesque city of Takayama which transports travellers back in time with its wonderfully preserved old town. Check in to one of its many rural ryokans (traditional Japanese inns) for an authentic stay complete with tatami-matted floors and yukata (kimono-style robes) or head to Hida Folk Village – an open-air museum with 30 traditional houses – for a peek inside the city’s historic logging huts and farmhouses. Like much of Japan, Takayama truly comes to life in spring and autumn, with the colourful Takayama Festival celebrated in both seasons. Lively parades, elaborate floats and talented performers fill the streets in a vibrant procession that you won't want to miss. Read more