Area Takayama Takayama is the largest city in the northern region of Hida. Though its population is only 92,000, the area is 2,177.67 km2 which is only 10 km2 smaller than Tokyo but with a fraction of the population...
8 Shoho-en at Shin-Hirayu Onsen Takako Sakamoto Sho-ho-en hotel in Okuhida is a relaxing rural Japanese inn with an outdoor hot spring bath and a genuine irori fireplace in the..
Food Center 4 Hamburgers - Hida's Best Amber Echevarria A favorite of both locals & travelers, meat lovers and vegetarians - the best burger & fries in town. They even have free wifi!
10 Activities Riding out to Ankoku-ji Michelle Ishiki Gifu Prefecture's only designated National Treasure, Ankoku-ji, is located in northern Takayama. A great destination for cycling,..
8 Ancient Streets of Takayama Takako Sakamoto Walk along the ancient streets of Hida Takayama in the quiet early morning and enjoy the traditional atmosphere in peace.
7 Feast of Hida Takako Sakamoto I enjoyed a feast at a rural Japanese onsen hotel in Okuhida Village in Gifu prefecture. Everything was just delicious!
11 Food Coffee Don Since 1951 Karen Zheng Established since 1951, Coffee Don boosts a cosy environment with cheerful jazz music that delights! An English menu was prese..
7 The Charm of Takayama City Nicole Bauer Takayama City's charm is overwhelming, especially in the early morning or late afternoon. A short photo story.
