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 ![Japan: View of the Yamada area in Takayama (Nagano prefecture).](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)) ![Japan: View of the Yamada area in Takayama (Nagano prefecture).](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)) ![Matsu River (Kamitakai District, Nagano).](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)) ![Matsu River (Kamitakai District, Nagano).](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)) ![毛無峠](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)) ## 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/113000000/112660000/112658200/112658170/49489206_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### the TOJI.ba MATSUKAWAKAN 3507-1, Yamada onsen Takayama Nagano Fully refundable CA $178 CA $198 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring are ... 8/10 Very Good! (1 review) The staff was courteous and the food was delicious. Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=112658170&PinnedHotelID=112658170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) ![Ryokan Warabino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17500000/17497800/17497727/414fdc1a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ryokan Warabino Okuyamada 1320, Kamitakai-gun Takayama Nagano CA $342 CA $378 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews) It was a great experience. Will return one day Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=17497727&PinnedHotelID=17497727&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) ![Naeba Prince Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2870000/2868400/2868393/00059a7a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Naeba Prince Hotel Mikuni, Yuzawa-machi Yuzawa Niigata-ken CA $126 CA $153 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 Book a stay at this ski hotel in Yuzawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Naeba Ski Resort and Joshin'etsu-kogen ... 7.8/10 Good! (576 reviews) Ski in ski out, perfect powder snow every day. Convenient locker. Amazing breakfast. Friendly service. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=2868393&PinnedHotelID=2868393&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) [See all 701 properties in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%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/a2bf8131_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 Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring are ... [](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/c9b186e2_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 Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring and Karuizawa ... 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) ![SANU 2nd Home Kitakaruizawa 2nd](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118020000/118014300/118014288/509bf893_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SANU 2nd Home Kitakaruizawa 2nd 1484-14 Kanbara Tsumagoi Gunma Stay at this vacation home in Tsumagoi. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Karuizawa Toy Kingdom and Onioshidashi Volcanic ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Perfect accommodation ! Just a little suggestion, if there is a small mirror on the desk will be 10/10 ! 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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 walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Japanese-Weeping-Cherry-Tree-Takai.d553248634998453122.Vacation-Attraction) ![Very exciting view behind a waterfall, Kaminaridaki](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/a86e87d3-7678-4219-ad70-e922e6db56cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Matsukawa Gorge Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matsukawa Gorge during your travels in Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Matsukawa-Gorge-Nagano.d553248634998457103.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) #### 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) #### 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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Edo-Higan-Cherry-Tree-Of-Kurobe-Takai.d553248634998448592.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Snow Monkey, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836054/0c758707-6eaf-445f-9ba1-6e03ae2f651f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano CA $217 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/snow-monkeys.a49836054.activity-details) ![Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2720210/7785bbc3-1ca5-430b-a11e-fe1583954e1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour CA $86 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nagano-sake-tasting-walking-tour.a2720210.activity-details) ![Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984269/a268ff6e-0fc8-4e12-a634-5c3ab38f0a81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car CA $111 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nagano-full-day-private-tour-zenkoji-temple.a47984269.activity-details) ![Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47693849/622081eb-4675-4ac0-98e7-c35520f9d72b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nagano Sake Tasting Walking Tour CA $86 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nagano-sake-tasting-walking-tour.a47693849.activity-details) ![Picture 21 for Activity Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46791352/c3fcde2c-92e8-4ac5-916e-150f722c6507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano CA $121 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/food-cultural-walking-tour-around-zenkoji-temple-in-nagano.a46791352.activity-details) ![Watch your oyaki grilled to perfection over an open hearth by a local master.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2720182/df60b06f-7b96-42bc-af01-ac8c9ebac029.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Food & Cultural Walking Tour around Zenkoji temple in Nagano CA $121 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/food-cultural-walking-tour-around-zenkoji-temple-in-nagano.a2720182.activity-details) [See all activities in Takayama](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Takayama.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Takayama ![Cherry blossom and red bridge at Garyu Park, Suzaka-Nagano Prefecture-Japan. It’s a perfect place to enjoy hanami.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180693/35ca1d62-679b-458f-b86d-cd255786284e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Suzaka ![Yudanaka Shibu Onsen featuring heritage elements as well as an individual male](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) ![](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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