Ninja Cafe Takayama is a facility where visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Jap…
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This facility is where visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Japan and the role o…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(79)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 79 reviews30 minFree cancellation
[PRIVATE TOUR] If you're seeking an authentic connection with a local family, this is for you! We are a warm, fun-loving family of four, deeply rooted in Takayama. Here, you won’t just learn to cook Japanese food—you’ll experience how locals live and savor life together. Our 200-year-old wooden townhouse stands on Old Town’s main street, yet stepping inside feels like entering a quiet world where…
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*This tour is designed for tourists from foreign countries. Enjoy tasting a variety of local food and saké in Takayama on this 2.5-hour tour. Visit local shops that you can’t find on your own to taste and learn about the culture and history related to them. A local guide will explain the culinary culture and history that developed in Takayama due to its isolated location. Explore the old town wit…
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Takayama has a long sake-brewing history. More than 300 years ago, the town had 56 sake breweries, supported by its cold climate, pure mountain water, and craftsmanship. Today, seven breweries remain in the old town area, all within about 200 meters. This rare concentration offers a unique chance to experience Takayama’s sake culture in a short time. On this tour, you will visit one historic brew…
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This facility is visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Japan and the role of the…
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Ninja Cafe Takayama is a facility where visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Jap…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(23)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 23 reviews45 minFree cancellation
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 cultur…
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Our onigiri-making and miso soup experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with Japanese culture in an authentic and hands-on way. Unlike typical cooking classes, this activity takes place in the tranquil setting of a historic temple, allowing you to enjoy not only the art of making onigiri but also the peaceful atmosphere that Japan is known for. You’ll have the chance to personalize you…
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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 sampl…
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While many Machiya buildings have lost their original appearance, our house still shows how life was in those days. Machiya architecture follows a certain format, and how each house pursued beauty within that format is quite different. Our townhouse was formerly run as an obstetrics and gynecology clinic. The combination of the main house and the clinic is very unique, and the strange harmony of…
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Walking tour with expert guide and multifacedet artist: I am the only foreigner expert guide living in Japan for almost 20 years, and living in Takayama for almost 10 years. I speak Italian, English and Japanese. More than 20 years in customer service and hospitality. Where and what: Takayama's downtown Sanmachi Suji, the old town of Takayama, with the traditional houses since Edo period and much…
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Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with a hands-on Mochi Making Experience in Takayama. At this unique workshop, you'll learn the art of transforming steamed glutinous rice into chewy mochi, a symbol of celebration and good fortune. Guided by a local host, you'll pound rice using traditional tools, shaping it into delightful treats complemented by toppings like kinako and sweet red bean paste.…
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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…
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We walk and the guide will explain about the local history of Takayama and let you taste Japanese local sake! One of the best in Takayama. Takayama and its surrounding with traditional houses and history and sake breweries all around. Here there are more than six within downtown. We are going to taste local sake, the history of sake and this town, how sake is made and much more. The guide will ex…
★★★★★★★★★★4.7(12)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 12 reviews1 hFree cancellation
Immerse yourself in the world of sake on this guided tour through Takayama's renowned sake breweries. Begin at Nakabashi Park, where you’ll learn about the region’s rich sake culture and the significance of local ingredients. Visit three historic breweries, Harada, Funasaka, and Hirase, each showcasing unique flavors and brewing techniques. Conclude at the Hida Local Sake Store, exploring a varie…
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Your guide is an experienced brewery worker who can explain what gives each sake its unique flavor, with a focus on the production processes and how each contributes to the final product.. By the end of the tour, you should have a good idea of what kind of sake you like, and how to find it. You will enjoy walking through scenic old-town Takayama as you make the rounds of six sake breweries, sampl…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(8)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 reviews2 hFree cancellation
Step back in time on this 2-hour private guided walking tour of Takayama’s beautifully preserved old town. Your journey begins at Takayama Jinya, the only remaining government office of its kind from the Edo period, where you explore tatami-lined rooms and learn how officials oversaw regional governance under the Tokugawa shogunate. From there, wander into Sanmachi Suji—Takayama’s iconic old town…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(7)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews2 hFree cancellation
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 gui…
★★★★★★★★★★4.7(7)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 7 reviews3 hFree cancellation
Experience the charm of Takayama on a fully customizable 4-hour private tour tailored to your interests. Start your journey at a time that suits you—8 AM, 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, or 12 PM. Your guide will meet you at your hotel or, if preferred, at the Takayama Tourist Information Center next to JR Takayama Station's East Exit. Work with your guide to craft the perfect itinerary, selecting from a var…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(6)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews8 hFree cancellation
An expert from a long-established tea shop in Hida Takayama for over 100 years will give a lecture on how to brew delicious tea by using a teapot that suits each tea leaves. You can choose 3 types of tea leaves from 5 types of green tea, 5 types of roasted green tea , and 5 types of blended tea and compare them.
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Taste the Difference: Freshly Stone-Milled Matcha At a historic tea shop in Hida Takayama, you will grind tencha with a stone mill, whisk matcha, and enjoy a tasting comparison. While experiencing the aroma and flavor of fleshly ground matcha, relax and enjoy an authentic matcha experience without being overly bound by formal tea ceremony rules. Recommended for ・Those who want to casually experie…
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We are going to see the morning markets on the Miya river side (Miyagawa river) abundant with plenty of local fruits vegetables antiques and local delicatesse that you can try! The Market is very old more than 300 years and from there we will also experience Takayama's old town the Sanmachi suji road. A great lip into a place where time has almost stopped since 350 years ago.
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(4)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews1 hFree cancellation
Explore the peaceful morning atmosphere of Takayama on this 2.5-hour tour designed to introduce you to local culture and everyday life. Begin at Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine and learn about its connection to local festivals while observing early morning worship. Continue along the Higashiyama Walking Trail, where you’ll discover quiet residential areas, local industries, and scenic photo spots. The…
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