Takayama Travel Guide

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Local name: 高山市 Population: 86.3 thous. (2019)Area: 840.8 mi²Elevation: 1886 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 36°8'33"N, 137°15'29"E
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Takayama Top Attractions

Takayama Attractions - What to See and Explore

Takayama offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Hida Kokubun-ji, Takayama Jinya, Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village, Shiroyama Park. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Takayama – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Takayama, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Matsumoto Castle (Matsumoto), Kenroku-en (Kanazawa), Daio Wasabi Farm (Matsumoto).

  • matsumoto castle40 milesE
  • kenroku en kanazawa44 milesNW
  • daio wasabi farm matsumoto39 milesE
  • toson memorial museum nakatsugawa46 milesSE
  • lake suwa47 milesE

Best Time To Visit Takayama

Learn when is the best time to travel to Takayama weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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August is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April and May.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January, February and December. Most of it rains in June, July and September.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Best Ways to Experience the City

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Food & drink

Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Takayama?

What is the best time to visit Takayama?

August is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April and May. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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