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Takayama Hida Beef & Sake Local Food Tour, Licensed Guide
- Duration4 hours
- Max Travelers10 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryCulinary Tours, Food & Drink
Overview
Discover the flavors and history of Takayama on this 4-hour private walking tour with a government-licensed local guide.
This tour follows a fixed itinerary and visits three of Takayama’s most iconic attractions. Depending on your hotel location or meeting point, the order of the visits may vary.
Sanmachi Suji, the beautifully preserved old town lined with traditional merchant houses, sake breweries, and local specialty shops.
Takayama Jinya, Japan’s only remaining Edo-period government office.
Hida-Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market, one of Japan’s most famous morning markets, where you can browse fresh local produce and regional specialties.
As this is a private tour, you can enjoy the experience at a relaxed pace with your own group while learning about Takayama’s history and culinary traditions from your knowledgeable local guide. Please note that food, drinks, sake tastings, and admission to Takayama Jinya are not included and will be at your own expense.
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What's included
The pick up/drop off for this tour is on foot.
Government-licensed English speaking local guide
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Takayama
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under 'Itinerary' list.
What's Not included
Private transportation
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Any food and beverage expenses
Itinerary
Browse the Miyagawa Morning Market along the riverside, where local farmers and artisans sell fresh produce, pickles, sweets and crafts. Sample seasonal treats and Hida specialties with your guide and soak up the lively local atmosphere.nu203bApril to November: 7a.m. to noonnDecember to March: 8a.m. to noon
Visit Takayama Jinya, the only surviving Edo-period government house in Japan. Explore the historic tatami rooms, rice storehouse and gardens while your guide explains the town's role as a shogunate territory and its rich merchant culture.
Wander through Sanmachi Suji, Takayama's beautifully preserved old town of dark-wood merchant houses, sake breweries and shops. Your guide leads you to spots serving Hida beef skewers, sushi and street snacks, and to sake breweries marked by their cedar-ball sugidama.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.