Title: Visit Takayama: Best of Takayama Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Takayama-Hotels.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Takayama-Vacation-Rentals.d6342824.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Takayama.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Takayama.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Takayama Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Takayama.d6342824.Car-Rental-Guide)[Takayama Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Takayama.d6342824.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Takayama ## Travel Guide ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/14595f4f-7e67-4952-a82b-39c7f315b415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/14595f4f-7e67-4952-a82b-39c7f315b415.jpg) by [Kohei Fujii](https://www.flickr.com/people/43894128@N02) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/a29def13-46b0-4618-9687-11b1de24f76d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/a29def13-46b0-4618-9687-11b1de24f76d.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/fc007730-96e6-4917-b636-3ecb422a9028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/fc007730-96e6-4917-b636-3ecb422a9028.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/3d99ff49-03fd-4177-a38a-9dd6bb1c85e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/3d99ff49-03fd-4177-a38a-9dd6bb1c85e9.jpg) by [BXS07451](https://www.panoramio.com/user/5603892?with_photo_id=63055061) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/08713b28-e341-4dbb-8267-dc3507e72e3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/08713b28-e341-4dbb-8267-dc3507e72e3a.jpg) by [takacchi](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2757624?with_photo_id=18408545) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Visit Takayama Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Takayama ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Takai If you're spending some time in Takai, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Takayama-Takai.dx3000750506) - Takayama Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Takayama ![the TOJI.ba MATSUKAWAKAN](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112658200/112658170/c25c912c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### the TOJI.ba MATSUKAWAKAN 3507-1, Yamada onsen Takayama Nagano CA $209 CA $233 total Apr 10 - Apr 11 Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Shibu and Shiga Kogen Ski Area are located ... [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=112658170&PinnedHotelID=112658170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) ![Ryokan Warabino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17500000/17497800/17497727/53fb36e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ryokan Warabino Okuyamada 1320, Kamitakai-gun Takayama Nagano CA $386 CA $427 total May 6 - May 7 Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Shibu and Yudanaka Hot Spring are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews) Best experience in japan Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F05%2F2026&endDate=07%2F05%2F2026&selected=17497727&PinnedHotelID=17497727&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) ![Fukeikan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32831400/32831363/82739c63_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fukeikan 3598 Okuyamada Takayama Nagano CA $269 CA $299 total May 10 - May 11 Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Shibu are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Immaculate rooms and the staff was very helpful and accommodating for English speakers. Relaxing hot baths, incredible food in an unfussy setting Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F05%2F2026&endDate=11%2F05%2F2026&selected=32831363&PinnedHotelID=32831363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) [See all 780 properties in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026®ionId=6342824) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![With private woodfired sauna limited to 1 group / Kamitakai-gun Nagano](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101852900/101852843/37c159c2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### With private woodfired sauna limited to 1 group / Kamitakai-gun Nagano Kamitakai-gun Nagano Stay at this vacation home in Takayama. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shibu and Yudanaka Hot Spring are located ... [](https://expedia.ca/Takayama-Hotels-Limited-To-1-Group-Per-Day-Ease1-Kamitakai-Gun-Nagano.h101852843.Hotel-Information) ![KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91036600/91036514/c0537aa7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS 2147-118 Nagakura Karuizawa Nagano Book a stay at this luxury villa in Karuizawa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Incredible stay and experience at 軽井沢森四季! The staff was so helpful and assisted us with everything we needed including making 2 amazing meals for our group. The 緑 cabin was the perfect size for our 6 person group and we were really able to utilize the space and location to maximize our time in Karuizawa. ... Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Karuizawa-Hotels-KARUIZAWA-FOREST-SEASONS.h91036514.Hotel-Information) ![Holiday Villa Hotel & Resort Karuizawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9622200/9622184/64df5a69_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Villa Hotel & Resort Karuizawa 1053 Ookaishiko, Kanbara Tsumagoi Gunma Stay at this cottage in Tsumagoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Karuizawa Toy Kingdom and Asama Volcano Museum are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (33 reviews) The quiet was lovely and peaceful. Breakfast was delicious and abundant. Beds were comfy. A little too warm upstairs but cooled off in the night. Disappointed the pool was already closed in late August but we still really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful scenery. Highly recommend! the Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Tsumagoi-Hotels-Kitakaruizawa-Highland-Resort-Hotel.h9622184.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6342824&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Matsukawa-Gorge-Nagano.d553248634998457103.Vacation-Attraction) ![F0E4JT Weeping cherry tree in Nagano, Japan. Image shot 04/2013. Exact date unknown.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998453122/4c2e0fb4-a461-4588-8d23-2857b41374a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree You can learn about the history of Takayama with a trip to Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Japanese-Weeping-Cherry-Tree-Takai.d553248634998453122.Vacation-Attraction) #### Yamaboku Wild Snow Park Hit the slopes in Takayama with a visit to Yamaboku Wild Snow Park. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Yamaboku-Wild-Snow-Park-Nagano.d553248621583807712.Vacation-Attraction) #### Yamada Onsen You can take time to visit Yamada Onsen during your travels to Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Yamada-Onsen-Nagano.d553248635810425116.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shinshu Takayama Onsen Village You can take time to visit Shinshu Takayama Onsen Village during your travels to Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Shinshu-Takayama-Onsen-Village-Nagano.d553248635998062129.Vacation-Attraction) #### Matsukawa Ravine Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matsukawa Ravine during your travels in Takayama. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area, or seek out the ski slopes. [](https://expedia.ca/Matsukawa-Ravine-Nagano.d553248621562274991.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836054/7e29e4ff-e1b7-4898-a3b7-c77b0a2c7a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano CA $214 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/snow-monkeys.a49836054.activity-details) ![Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984269/b3cf2d80-fa6c-4edc-91ef-d96a64db4914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car CA $112 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nagano-full-day-private-tour-zenkoji-temple.a47984269.activity-details) ![Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46791352/b026dbcf-50e3-46a0-819b-d6d675f77ac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Food & Culture Walk in Nagano: Oyaki, Sake, Matcha & Zenkoji CA $153 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/food-culture-walk-in-nagano-oyaki.a46791352.activity-details) ![©Jigokudani Yaen-KoenToshio HAGIWARA [Photo for illustrative purposes only]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47061519/4b48a630-a5fd-4908-9b46-8c52a8c8da63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano CA $248 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/snow-monkey-park-miso-production-day-tour-from-nagano.a47061519.activity-details) ![Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2720210/74f58318-6ee0-4e9b-b6c6-fa5188d338fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour CA $84 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nagano-sake-tasting-walking-tour.a2720210.activity-details) ![Togakushi: Sacred Forest Walk & Soba Traditions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51893519/146aa900-a1b4-44f0-94ef-a0f357f2ed1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Togakushi: Sacred Forest Walk & Soba Traditions CA $190 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/togakushi-sacred-forest-walk-soba-traditions.a51893519.activity-details) [See all activities in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Takayama.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Takayama ![Suzaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180693/35ca1d62-679b-458f-b86d-cd255786284e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Suzaka ![Yamanouchi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757325/b8d780a3-56e7-4eec-95f9-60e33c160259.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yamanouchi ![¨¨ÊÅãÊùë„ÅÆÁî∞ÂúíÈ¢®ÊôØÔºàÁæ§È¶¨ÁúåÔºâ,Rural area(Tsumagoi village,Gunma Pref,Japan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128311/3bdeb291-a091-4a8e-9bc1-6f88a7236bfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tsumagoi - Cities near Takayama - Places of interest [Suzaka](https://expedia.ca/Suzaka.dx180693)[Yamanouchi](https://expedia.ca/Yamanouchi.dx6126721)[Tsumagoi](https://expedia.ca/Tsumagoi.dx6128311) - [Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort ](https://expedia.ca/Nozawa-Onsen-Snow-Resort-Nozawaonsen.d6103750.Vacation-Attraction) - [Naeba Ski Resort ](https://expedia.ca/Naeba-Ski-Resort-Yuzawa.d6131097.Vacation-Attraction) - [Okushiga Kogen Ski Area ](https://expedia.ca/Okushiga-Kogen-Ski-Area-Yamanouchi.d553248621532775572.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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