Takayama Morning Markets (Asaichi) Tours & Attractions

Hidden high in the mountains of central Japan, far from the hustle and bustle of metropolises like Tokyo and Osaka, lie the quaint and well-preserved townscapes of Takayama and Shirakawa-go. Once a direct land holding of the Shogun, Takayama will enthrall you with its beautiful woodwork and traditional streets that offer a more relaxed beauty than cities such as Kyoto and Kanazawa. Shirakawa-go, on the other hand, offers a great example of the village-life experienced by Japanese farmers of ages past, and still experienced today by those lucky few who call it their home. Led by a locally-based and English-speaking guide, this experience will enthrall you with visions of life in Japan during an era very different from our own.
Duration: 9 hours.

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Takayama!

Takayama features an atmospheric townscape, with Meiji-era inns and hillside shrines in a riverside setting. In addition, many museums, galleries and temples make their home in the city's 17th century layout. Be sure to come see the Takayama Festival, held once in spring and once in autumn, but be prepared for the crowds as the festivals attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Duration: 4 hours.

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This trip is an awesome way to see the best of Japan’s culture, history, and nature in one day. You will explore two of the most beautiful and historic places in Japan: Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go, both of which are World Heritage Sites.

You will travel by bus from Nagoya, with a bilingual guide who spoke both English & Chinese who will make the journey fun and informative.

Marvel at the charm and beauty of Hida Takayama, also known as “Little Kyoto of Hida”. Wander through the old streets that have the vibe of the Edo period, and visit the Miyagawa Morning Market, one of the three major morning markets in Japan, where you can find all kinds of local delicacies and handcrafts.

Be amazed by the picturesque scenery of Shirakawa-go, famous for its gassho-style houses. These are traditional farmhouses with steep thatched roofs that look like hands in prayer.
Duration: 11 hours.

Delight in views of idyllic villages on this 1-day tour from Kanazawa to World Heritage Shirakawago and Takayama. At Shirakawago, enjoy seeing the seasonal scenery of a quaint village of thatch-roofed houses, and at Takayama, take a walk around the old town where traditional Japanese-style townhouses and traces of the Edo period (1603-1868) still remain. Time will be allotted to explore Shirakawago, allowing customers to enjoy local cuisine, take photos, and spend time as they please. With a private vehicle used for transfers, enjoy efficiently visiting Shirakawago and Takayama in comfort. In addition, drop-off is available at Takayama Station, so those planning to go to Nagoya, Tokyo, or Kyoto after sightseeing in Takayama can feel free to participate.
Duration: 10 hours.

You can experience not only History and culture but also local food of Takayama.
but not include food(may be you need 1-2 thousands yen) and experience of making Rice cracker.(400yen)

sometimes Rice cracker factory suddenly rest, so we need confirm if it's possible to do making rice cracker

This is walking tour around in Takayama city.
local guide could satisfy you!
If you need other language guide, please let us know.
If you wanted to private tour let us know.

Not less than 2 person.

If it's raining possible to do this tour.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Pickup at your hotel by your private certified Takayama guide. Enjoy your day with an itinerary that you can discuss and customize from the moment you meet your guide, with their advice on local festivals and weather.
Get the most of your time in Takayama and get the experience you want with your personal local guide.
Duration: 4 hours.

Let's walk around the Takayama city and enjoy communicating to local people with a well informed guide.
Enjoy communicating to the Takayama local people during the tour, your guide is happy to help you!
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Takayama!

Takayama features an atmospheric townscape, with Meiji-era inns and hillside shrines in a riverside setting. In addition, many museums, galleries and temples make their home in the city's 17th century layout. Be sure to come see the Takayama Festival, held once in spring and once in autumn, but be prepared for the crowds as the festivals attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Duration: 6 hours.

This is more than an ordinary culinary tour—escorted by an experienced licensed local guide, you’ll be introduced to sights that tell of Takayama’s rich culture and history, regaled with fascinating stories, and even meet some of our local food heroes throughout shops that still retain the authentic atmosphere of days long past.

Takayama is a town famed for being deeply rooted in its local culture and history, where daily life still revolves around its longstanding traditional shops. This entertaining and informative Takayama cuisine and cultural tour takes lets you stroll down the side streets of a beautiful town, practically unchanged since the Edo period.

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Duration: 6 hours.

You can experience not only History and culture but also local food & Sake brewery of Takayama.
include food fee and experience of making Rice cracker and Sake tasting in Hirase brewery.

sometimes Rice cracker factory suddenly rest, so we need confirm if it's possible to do making rice cracker

This is walking tour around in Takayama city.
local guide could satisfy you!
If you need other language guide, please let us know.
If you wanted to private tour let us know.

Not less than 2 person.
Please call us if you want to do our tour within few hours.
If it's raining possible to do this tour.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Explore the beautiful mountain settlement of Shirakawa-go and Takayama via chartered vehicle exclusively for you. Your English-speaking driver will takes you to the World Heritage Site of fairy-tale village.

On this day trip departing from Kanazawa, leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind to wander around a unique village, stroll through historic streets, take in stunning mountain landscapes, and enjoy a lunch made of authentic local ingredients.

Shirakawa-go and Takayama is a remote settlement located in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture. As the region receives considerable snowfall in the winter, the farmhouses are well-known for their distinctive architecture featuring steep roofs to easily shed snow. Learn more about this unique villages on a full-day chartered vehicle tour with English-speaking driver.

Your driver will customize your fantastic and efficient Full-day tour according to your interests and requests.
Duration: 8 hours.

This 2-day itinerary allows travelers to soak up the sights of both popular destinations without the rush or crowded tours. A guide points out local specialties along the traditional food street and explains the significance of the gassho-style (thatched-roof) homes in well-preserved Shirakawago.

Visit the best parts of Takayama and Shirakawago on a private 2-day tour.
Learn about the history of Japanese traditional buildings at your leisure .
Personalized attention is guaranteed with a dedicated guide at your side .
Overnight accommodation, lunch, and transport from designated meeting points
Duration: 2 days.

Visit the best parts of Takayama & Shirakawago with a private English speaking guide. You will be taken to the Sanmachi Street in Takayama, where you'll see the old castle town which has many restaurants, souvenir shops. Walk along the traditional local food street where Mitarashi Dango (rice dumpling in a sweet soy sauce) is the local specialty. The tour will also go to Shirakawago to see Japanese traditional buildings. You will learn the history of Shirakawago, how people have remained those life style. Take a photos of the well-preserved Shirakawago, then your tour will end at Kanazawa (We'll take you to Shirakawago by local express bus and you can keep your luggage in lockers at Shirakawago. Or send it to your Kanazawa accommodation one day in advance. Lockers or sending costs are not included.)
Duration: 2 days.

For travelers looking to explore a more traditional side of Japan, Takayama and Shirakawa-go offer a great opportunity to immerse yourself in a world that seems far away from the hustle and bustle of major cities. Takayama today has within it a faithfully preserved traditional town composed of three major avenues and a number of alleyways. With crystal clear water flowing on both sides of the streets, and historical wooden buildings, you will be witness to the beauty of traditional Japanese architecture. Shirakawa-go, on the other hand, is and has always been a quaint village of thatched roof homes, where agriculture and cottage industries thrived for centuries. Nowadays, it has become well known as one of the few remaining villages in Japan that boasts a high number of preserved homes with thatched roofs. You are free to start your tour from either Takayama or Kanazawa, and also end the tour at either of those destinations.
Duration: 9 to 10 hours.

Experience the highlights of Takayama on our private, award-winning, one day tour. Our professional guide will take you on a memorable tour of Takayama's unforgettable sights. We have been awarded the renowned tripadvisor certificate of excellence in Takayama. Your personal guide will take you to the highlights of Takayama and customize the tour to your desire. Professional guides will tailor the tour to your needs and ensure you are satisfied. Collection and drop off at your hotel.
Duration: 7 hours.

Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, private tour will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories in Japan. You will be taken to the Japan's most beautiful places, guided by a local English-speaking professional photographer. During the tour I will capture your magical moments, leaving you free to take in the sights without worrying about the best angles and light, or asking a stranger to take your picture! I am experienced in portrait and travel street photography, and my work has been published in many magazines, guidebooks including Lonely Planet and the city guides of tourism boards. A day out with me ensure you will have a knowledgeable, funny, local professional photographer, and Insta-worthy travel photos will be guaranteed!
Duration: 6 to 10 hours.

In this tour, your knowledgeable licensed local guide will accompany you on your journey through these local art and craft spots while offering fascinating insights into the origins, history and production techniques of the skilled Hida craftsmanship you will encounter.

Takayama is the best place to experience the fruits of this rich heritage. A myriad of local workshops and retail outlets remain and these establishments sell both folk crafts, such as Sashiko patchwork and Hanga wood block prints, and also traditional crafts borne from ‘high’ culture, including intricate wooden carving and Shunkeinuri lacquerware.

Note*1: You will not be able to see all the sights on this tour. You must choose at most 3 and inform your guide.
Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Duration: 6 hours.

Refresh yourself in the spectacular scenery of Takayama and Shirakawa-go, two settlements found deep in the mountains of Gifu. Learn about their abundant traditional architecture dating back to over 400 years ago, and the culture surrounding them. You will gain a lot of knowledge and fun facts with your English-speaking guide driver.

Duration: 12 hours.

For travelers looking to explore a more traditional side of Japan, Takayama and Shirakawa-go offer a great opportunity to immerse yourself in a world that seems far away from the hustle and bustle of major cities. Takayama today has within it a faithfully preserved traditional town composed of three major avenues and a number of alleyways. With crystal clear water flowing on both sides of the streets, and historical wooden buildings, you will be witness to the beauty of traditional Japanese architecture. Shirakawa-go, on the other hand, is and has always been a quaint village of thatched roof homes, where agriculture and cottage industries thrived for centuries. Nowadays, it has become well known as one of the few remaining villages in Japan that boasts a high number of preserved homes with thatched roofs. You are free to start your tour from either Takayama or Kanazawa, and also end the tour at either of those destinations.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

Enjoy the Charm of Hida Takayama!
Hida Takayama is a popular tourist destination rich in history and culinary culture. Our photography team, accompanied by a guide, will capture your wedding photos while sharing the allure of Hida Takayama with you.

Experience Traditional Japanese Wedding Attire, Kimono!
The Japanese wedding kimono is a symbol of Japan's marital culture. In this experience, you can adorn yourself in the elegant and beautiful kimono, immersing in the Japanese wedding culture.

Choose to Wear a Wedding Dress or Your Own Traditional Wedding Attire for the Shoot!
We provide wedding dresses for your shoot. Additionally, you're welcome to bring and wear your own traditional wedding attire.

Shoot at Various Locations within Hida Takayama!
Hida Takayama boasts numerous photogenic spots. In this activity, we will take you through these spots in Hida Takayama for your wedding photos.

A Professional Photographer Knowledgeable about Hida Takayama Will Conduct Your Shoot!
Duration: 6 hours.

Enjoy sightseeing in the Hida region of Gifu Prefecture as only the winter season can offer! You can visit the Hida village light-up festival in December outside of the tour period for bus tours only, and enjoy walking around the streets of Shirakawa-go and Hida Takayama old town dyed in silvery white. At the end of the first day, you can relax at the rooftop open-air hot spring with a view of the Alps at the hotel. We recommend any types of travelers who are interested in winter trip in Japan. Please join us to visit the beautiful town of Hida!
Duration: 2 days.

Japan is a magical place where old and new collide. A country full of incredible natural beauty, futuristic cities of neon, world-renowned food, and a culture steeped in tradition. Japan has a way of enveloping you from the moment you step off the plane. The unique culture and friendliness of the people will stay with you forever. From partying in the famous Shinjuku area of Tokyo to walking down the stone paths passing Geisha in the Gion district in Kyoto, One Life Adventures - Japan is a backpacking adventre tour and will show you the best of the country in 10 days. Starting in Tokyo and finishing in Osaka we explore the iconic areas of Japan plus some places off the tourist trail. By the end of the 10 days you would have lived and breathed the Land of the Rising Sun.
Want longer in Japan? Try our 14 day tour!
*Please note that this is an active, fast-paced, backpacking style tour with a lot of walking. Please make sure you're adequately prepared.
Duration: 10 days.

Experience the fairy-tale charm of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where iconic thatched-roof farmhouses are set against a breathtaking backdrop of mountains and lush greenery, making it a must-see destination in any season. Nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps, Takayama enchants with its preserved Edo-period streets, bustling morning markets, and rich cultural heritage, offering a timeless glimpse into Japan’s traditional past.
Duration: 2 days.

This private and customizable tour for Takayama is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.
Duration: 8 hours.

This private and customizable tour for Takayama is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.
Duration: 4 hours.

Daily departures. Minimum 1 person. Guaranteed departure on the day of your choice. Chinese, English, and Japanese guides available. Pure for fun without shopping. And take a street walk in Hida Takayama. Explore Takayama, a city buried in the mountains of Hida, famous for its well-preserved old town.

The entire trip lasts 10 hours, and apart from visiting and enjoying the attractions, the remaining time will be spent appreciating the beautiful scenery along the way.
Duration: 10 hours.

Experience our Full Day Private Tour in Takayama and Shirakawago!

Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Japan as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Takayama and Shirakawago.

Travelers to this region can experience the natural beauty and traditional Japanese culture by visiting The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and the Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory. They can also explore the must-see attractions of Takayama town and learn about the local culture and history with the assistance of a well-trained and organized English-speaking driver as a guide.

We'll greet you directly at the city center or hotels and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day.

Leave the details to us as we escort you on an extraordinary adventure, crafting memories that will stand the test of time!
Duration: 9 hours.

Dive into the heart of Takayama’s culinary scene with our 1-Day Foodie Tour, meticulously crafted for gourmands and culture enthusiasts alike. This tour is designed to offer you an authentic taste of Takayama, combining the city’s rich history with its delectable cuisine. Led by an experienced local guide, this journey will take you through the charming streets of the old town, where you’ll sample a variety of local specialties and learn about the traditions behind each dish.

Nestled in the scenic mountains of central Japan, Takayama is renowned for its well-preserved Edo-period streets and exquisite local cuisine, including specialties like Hida Beef, Takayama Ramen, and Gohei Mochi. From the bustling morning markets to the quaint food stalls in the old town, this tour promises an unforgettable gastronomic adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious traveler, our Takayama Foodie Tour offers a unique way to experience the flavors and culture of this historic town.
Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes.