Takayama - Mountains or Town?

Takayama is located in northern Gifu Prefecture, in the heart of the Japan Alps. Mount Hotakadake is the highest point in the city at 3,190 metres (10,470 ft). The city has the largest geographic area of any municipality in Japan.

1. How many days in Takayama is enough?
2. How do you travel around Takayama?
3. How far is Takayama from Tokyo?
4. How do you get from JR pass to Takayama from Tokyo?
5. Should I stay in Takayama or Kanazawa?
6. Is Takayama worth visiting?
7. What is Takayama known for?
8. How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Takayama?
9. How do I get from Takayama to shirakawago?
10. How far is Takayama from Osaka?
11. When should I visit the Japanese Alps?
12. Is Kanazawa in the Japanese Alps?

How many days in Takayama is enough?

While one full day is enough to see the most important sights in Takayama, two days allows you to see the sights in Takayama City and then do one day trip to a nearby town. This is my recommendation for anyone visiting the area.

How do you travel around Takayama?

1. Transportation.
2. Trains. Shinkansen. Rail Passes. International Flights. Domestic Flights. Long-distance Buses. Local Buses. Rental Cars. Taxis. Ferries.

How far is Takayama from Tokyo?

The distance between Takayama and Tokyo is 232 km. The road distance is 298.3 km.

How do you get from JR pass to Takayama from Tokyo?

Takayama is easy to access using your Japan Rail Pass. If traveling from Tokyo to Takayama, first take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen to Nagoya with the JR Pass. Use the Hikari rather than Nozomi trains, as the Nozomi is not covered by the JR Pass. Alternatively, you may take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Toyama.

Should I stay in Takayama or Kanazawa?

Takayama and Kanazawa are different, but Kanazawa offers more than Takayama. ... Then you can do the day trip to Shirakawa, staying at Takayama that night, though I would also recommend you consider staying overnight at Shirakawa in one of the old thatched houses that have been coverted into inns.

Is Takayama worth visiting?

Although just four hours away from the most populated metropolis on the planet, this is no Tokyo. In fact, it's a total contrast to the modern, often pioneering 'new' culture of Japan's capital. It is this focus on traditions steeped in history that makes Takayama so very worth visiting.

What is Takayama known for?

Takayama is known for its local foods, including sansai (mountain vegetables), wasakana (river fish), beef, soba, ramen, and sake. In addition to its fame for its carpentry, Takayama is well known for its lacquerware, pottery, and furniture.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Takayama?

Take the JR Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Toyama and transfer to the JR Hida limited express train to Takayama (90 minutes). There are only two or three good connections per day that take about four hours one way; otherwise, the journey takes around five hours.

How do I get from Takayama to shirakawago?

It takes about 50 minutes by bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Shirakawago. Take comfortable and accessible Nohi Bus. There are 16 round-trip bus services a day. (Some services are on a reservation basis) After sightseeing around Shirakawago, you can go to Kanazawa, Toyama or Takaoka (by Kaetsunou Bus) by bus.

How far is Takayama from Osaka?

The distance between Takayama and Osaka is 225 km. The road distance is 292.6 km.

When should I visit the Japanese Alps?

Best Time to Visit the Japanese Alps

Hiking along the Tateyama Kurobe Route or in the Kamikochi Valley, for example, is definitely at its best amid the warm air of summer, and when wildflowers are blooming.

Is Kanazawa in the Japanese Alps?

Kanazawa – the pearl of Japan Alps.