Takayama

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A mountainous landscape with a small town nestled in a valley.
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A river flowing through a forested valley with dense green foliage on both sides.
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A river flowing through a lush green landscape with rocks and dense vegetation.
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A grassy hill with a dirt path leading up to a rocky outcrop.
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A snow-covered mountain with trees in the foreground.
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Where to stay in Takayama

Find the best Takayama areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Takai

If you're spending some time in Takai, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree are top sights worth seeing.
Ryokan Warabino

Ryokan Warabino

3 out of 5
Okuyamada 1320, Kamitakai-gun Takayama Nagano
The price is CA $346 per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
CA $346
CA $383 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Shibu are located ...
Ryokan Warabino
Hotel JAL City Nagano

Hotel JAL City Nagano

3 out of 5
1221, Toigosho-machi Nagano Nagano-ken
The price is CA $116 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
CA $116
CA $131 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Stay at this hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kitano Cultural Center and Gondo Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The location is very convenient. The room was very clean. Friendly staffs."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Hotel JAL City Nagano
Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1372-1 Nishiterao Matsushiro Nagano Nagano-ken
The price is CA $117 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
CA $117
CA $142 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Matsushiro Castle and Masuo Ikeda Museum ...
8/10 Very good! (823 reviews)
"There were some maintenance issues with the hotel. The lights on the elevator button on the 9th floor did not illuminate, my room lights were also a little trouble. There were a couple of bugs in my room as well. The check in staff was not as accommodating as I would have liked. However, the hot ..."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa
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Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen

Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen

2 out of 5
745 Kusatsu Gunma
Stay at this villa in Kusatsu. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Kusatsu Tsurutaro Kataoka Museum and Sainokawara Street are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
"Great venue and facilities."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen
Holiday Villa Hotel & Resort Karuizawa

Holiday Villa Hotel & Resort Karuizawa

3 out of 5
1053 Ookaishiko, Kanbara Tsumagoi Gunma
Stay at this cottage in Tsumagoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Asama Volcano Museum and Shiraito Falls are located ...
Holiday Villa Hotel & Resort Karuizawa
YADOKARI VILLAGE KITAKARUIZAWA

YADOKARI VILLAGE KITAKARUIZAWA

3.5 out of 5
2271-30 Hosohara, Oaza Omae Tsumagoi Gunma
Stay at this vacation home in Tsumagoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and climate control. Popular attractions Karuizawa Toy Kingdom and Onioshidashi Volcanic ...
YADOKARI VILLAGE KITAKARUIZAWA
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Stay near popular Takayama attractions

Cherry blossom trees, a wooden fence, and a small cabin in a park.

Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
<p>The Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree offers stunning beauty and cultural significance, surrounded by friendly locals who enhance the serene atmosphere of this iconic landmark.</p>
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Things to do

Full Day Snow Monkey Park and Togakushi Shrine Tour in Nagano

Full Day Snow Monkey Park and Togakushi Shrine Tour in Nagano

CA $194
per adult
Full Day Snow Monkey Park and Togakushi Shrine Tour in Nagano
Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano

Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji

CA $159
per adult
Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji
Strolling through the towering cedar avenue of Togakushi.

Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions

CA $215
per adult
Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions
Watch your oyaki grilled to perfection over an open hearth by a local master.

Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji

CA $168
per adult
Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji
Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

CA $119
per adult
Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour
Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour

CA $119
per adult
Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour
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Cities near Takayama

A red bridge over a calm river, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

Suzaka

A man writing in a notebook, traditional Japanese architecture, and signage in Japanese.

Yamanouchi

A vast agricultural field with rows of young plants, a tractor, and a blue vehicle. In the background, there are buildings and a snow-capped mountain.

Tsumagoi