Takayama Local Food & Sake Culture Tour, Licensed Guide

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Japan Guide Agency

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Included: Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Takayama
Included: Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

Not included

Not included: Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Not included: Private transportation
Not included: You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Not included: Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Itinerary

Takayama Jinya

30 min Admission not included

The Takayama Jin'ya is a surviving Edo period jin'ya which served as the government headquarters for Hida Province under the Tokugawa shogunate of Japan from 1692 to 1871.
Jinya-Mae Morning Market

30 min

An essential Takayama tradition is called Asa-ichi. Behind this name hides the small morning market where fresh produce and local crafts are found.
Hida-Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market

30 min

The Miyagawa Morning Market has existed in one form or another for more than two centuries, and it's still a hub for fresh produce. The market is located on either bank of the Miya River between two bridges—Kajibashi and Yayoibashi. Every morning, weather permitting, you can buy everything from local fruit and vegetables to dolls and stylish chopsticks. As with all markets, the earlier you get there, the better. The juiciest, freshest products will get picked off first, and the market is a perfect place for people-watching.
Sanmachi Suji

30 min

The heart of Takayama is Sanmachi, the old town of preserved and restored buildings. During the Edo period (1603-1867), Takayama was a lively hub town bustling with craftsmen, merchants, and farmers from the surrounding area. Today that legacy is preserved in the three main streets and encircling districts of Sanmachi.
Onoya Brewery

15 min

OHNOYA, traditional Miso and Soy source brewery and shop was founded 250 years ago in the city of Takayama(HIDA).
Harada Sake Brewery

30 min

Signature brand Sansha is a dry sake with muscular umami. You can buy a small tasting cup and savor more than ten types of sake. The steamed manju buns and cakes, both made with sake, will also leave you with nostalgic memories.

**Tasting: Available for an additional charge
Kawashiri Sake Brewery

30 min

Kawashiri specializes in artisanal matured sake. For a small charge, you can taste a trio of fine brews, including Hidamasamune.

**Tasting: Available for an additional charge

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hilton Takayama Resort
Yamagiri
Ryokan Godo
Hida Hotel Plaza
Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan
Country Hotel Takayama
Muhyokan
Hotel Kuretakeso Takayama Ekimae
Ryokan Kaminaka
Iroriyado Hidaya
Oyado Hotaru
Takayama Ouan

and 56 more pickup points

This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please contact us directly. All Private vehicles must be booked 5 days in advance. Maximum number of passengers: 7.