Refreshing and cool in summer; a unique and vivid harmony of color in autumn, Takayama offers the perfect seasonal symphony for the senses whenever you visit! Located on the "Golden Route" between Tokyo and
Osaka/Kyoto, Takayama is a true must-see, conveniently located for a delightful short stop.
Having served foreign visitors to Japan for many years, this hotel is famed for the excellent service offered to guests from abroad.You can even enjoy the scenic Northern Alps from the open-air viewing bath located on the top floor of the building. At only 10 minutes' walk from Takayama station, this is a great location from which to walk into town. If you would like to explore even further afield, please make use of the bicycle rental service offer!
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Yataikaikan Hall is a Festival Float Exhibition Hall featuring the huge floats that are paraded through streets during the Takakayama Festival in autumn. The floats are decorated with intricate carvings, gilded wood, and detailed metalwork. Four of the 11 remaining floats are displayed here on rotation three times during the year. 
The Kusakabe Folk Museum building has many characteristics of Edo architecture: the main part of the building has two-stories and a stairway all made from Japanese Cypress. The combination of beams and pillars allows for a strong construction: the roof slants slightly with moderate eaves; the window has several slender lattice works. It is finished with a dark-brown paint made from soot. In addition, there are two warehouses made of mud and soil. The building was designated a National Important Culture Asset in 1966. 
In the center of this castle town remain three streets of "Old Private Houses", which had originally developed as a merchant area. Under the latticed eaves of the houses run rainwater ditches, and the sake breweries, rather than having shop signs, are distinguishable by the balls of Japanese cedar leaves which hang in front of their large doors and the traditional shop curtains outside these historical vendors.
There are two morning markets in Takayama; one in front of Takayama Jinya (Historical Goverment House) and another along the Miyagawa River. The morning markets originate from a mullberry tree market from the early Edo era. Here, you can find fresh local fruit and vegetables (including mountain vegetables), through which you can enjoy the seasonal delicacies of Takayama. The markets are open from early in the morning until noon every day all-year-round.