Takayama [Gifu]

Q. In which prefecture is Takayama?

A. Gifu

Q. How can we get to Takayama from Tokyo or other major cities?

A. Trains from Nagoya. Also trains and highway buses from Toyama and Matsumoto.

Q. What is special about the geology in Takayama ?

A. It's the mountain-ringed city and is a part of the Japan Alps.

Q. Which seasons are recommended to visit Takayama?

A. It's a popular destination year-round but particularly in spring and autumn.

Q. Are there any special events or festivals in that season in Takayama?

A. Takayama festivals with festival food, the ornate floats and the spirited atmosphere

Q. Are there any special events or festivals in that season in Takayama?

A. Takayama festivals with festival food, the ornate floats and the spirited atmosphere

Q. Is it difficult to book an accommodation?

A. Yes. It's recommended that you book ahead.

Q. Any other places we can enjoy walking around?

A. Sanmachi area is perfect to spend a whole day wandering around. You can buy souvenirs from many craft shops, sample local tea and sake and also dig into local treats like wagyu such. 

Q. Would you recommend me some historical spots to visit?

A. Hida Folk Village is an open-air museum to see a traditional Japanese village.

And of course Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site where traditional gassho-zukuri houses are open to the public.

Q. Is there Onsen?

A.Gero Onsen is a famous one. Charlie Chaplin visited there and his statue stand to commemorate the event.

Word Focus:

thatched-roof 藁葺き屋根

year-round 一年中

ornate 装飾の施された

ornate floats 山車

spirited atmosphere 活気のある雰囲気

accommodation 宿泊施設

neighboring 隣接する

stunning 圧倒されるような、魅力的な

brewery 醸造所

merchant　商人

smorgasbord ごちゃ混ぜ、寄せ集め、バイキングの

buff もみ革

open to the public 一般公開する

commemorate 記念する、特別なことを祝う