1-Day Tour of Takayama's Cultural Treasures Hida-Furukawa

5.00

5.0(7 reviews)

6 hours

English

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Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Embark on a captivating journey to Hida-Furukawa, a hidden treasure nestled high in the Japanese mountains, far from the bustling metropolises of Tokyo and Osaka. This enchanting town transports you to a bygone era with its beautifully preserved Edo-period architecture, rich history, and artisanal traditions. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this immersive experience offers a glimpse into the heart of traditional Japan transporting you to a bygone era. Visit the Hida-Furukawa Festival Exhibition Hall to unravel its cultural tapestry, wander through the charming streets steeped in history, and discover the cultural gems of Hida-Furukawa in a single day.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tour Availability Disclaimer All listed events, activities, and experiences are subject to availability. Please note that while certain tour options may appear bookable through our platforms, this does not guarantee that every experience can be carried out as scheduled in the tour itinerary. Many activities require direct confirmation with our partner venues, and availability may vary based on the date and other factors. Should any part of your ordered itinerary require adjustment or deviation from the original schedule, or if a specific experience is unavailable, we will contact you promptly to discuss suitable alternatives or amendments.

What To Expect

Shirakabe Dozogai

Your first stop is Shirakabe Dozogai Street. Walk through lanes echoing with history, where the well-preserved Edo-period architecture and the tranquil canal graced by playful carp.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Hida Furukawa Matsuri Hall

Dive deep into Hida-Furukawa's traditions at the Festival Exhibition Hall. Get acquainted with the town's vibrant festival culture, its historical significance, and the role it plays in the community's spirit.

1 hour • Admission Included

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Start from Takayama Station

Starting point: Takayama Station, Japan, 506-0053 岐阜県高山市昭和町１丁目２２−２

Start from Furukawa Station

What‘s Included

Admission to the Hida-Furukawa Festival Exhibition Hall and Hida Crafts Museum

English speaking guide

Guided walk through Hida-Furukawa

Travel between Takayama and Furukawa

Hands-on Experience: Traditional weaving session

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Walking Tour with Yogi
808louiseo,May 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yogi our guide gave us a really informative and interesting day walking around Hida-Furukawa. A beautiful city of traditional houses and canals, with wonderful temples. We thoroughly enjoyed the Festival Museum with the floats and Rousing Drums. The sake tasting and weaving made for a really fun day. All in all a great day. Thank you.
Great tour! A must do in Takayama.
H4739LAbillk,Apr 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a really great tour with Yogi! If you are coming to Takayama, this is the tour you definitely want to do. We have done many day tours in many countries over the last few years and this is one of our favorites. We learned so much from Yogi and enjoyed spending the day with him. The town is so interesting and learning about the annual festival was just wonderful. Yogi even helped us find a restaurant for dinner and made a reservation for us. It was an incredible meal. All in all 5 stars plus. Highly recommend this tour.
Authentic Japan!
tiagor409,Apr 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great and authentic local living Japan experience! Beautiful town and lovely people! Arigato to our guides Emi and Yogi!
Great
eld688,Apr 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The koi carp and the regular carp was an amazing experience being able to see them in the canals was a dream come true so being able to feed them was even better (the other stuff was goo to)
Engaging and interesting day
MumaDean,Apr 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great day trip, well organised and paced. Our guide was interesting and knowledgeable and made the day fun and engaging. The weaving was fun plus the candle shop and the interactive museums. Definitely recommend
Great friendly guide
sallynM6750AG,Feb 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour guide who provided us with a personalized experience. He was accommodating and flexible. Provided us with fun tidbits of historical and current facts.
A great day Hida-Furukawa
Lauresch28,Oct 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We spent a great day in Hida-Furukawa. Our guide, was really good and provided us a lot of information about this peaceful city. We discovered the old town, visited the Festival museum, walk around and had the possibility to make our nice bracelet, a perfect souvenir of this day!