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INTRODUCING OUR NEW 2-DAY SNOW MONKEY TOUR: NAGANO TO TAKAYAMA via MATSUMOTO
Nagano and the surrounding regions that make-up central Japan are a place of natural beauty, typified by high mountain peaks, and deep culture found in its historic towns, temples and castles. Often o...Shinhotaka Ropeway – A Journey Beyond the Clouds
The Shinhotaka Ropeway (新穂高ロープウェイ) is an engineering marvel and a beacon of adventure in Japan, offering one of the highest elevation gains in the nation. Ascending over 1000 meters alongside the maj...Takayama Jinya: The Historical Jewel of Takayama
Takayama Jinya stands as a testament to Japan's feudal past, symbolizing the governance structures of the Edo period (1603-1868). Unique in its preservation, it is the only remaining provincial gover...Matsuri no Mori (Festival Forest) Museum
The Matsuri no Mori – or ‘Festival Forest’ – is a museum exhibiting items and replicas used in the Takayama Festival. Colletively referred to as the ‘Takayama Festival’, the city in fact plays host t...Takayama Morning Markets
The Takayama Morning Markets – ‘asa-ichi’ – take place at two locations in the town, every morning of the year. The smaller of the two is held in front of the Takayama Jinya and mostly sells local pr...Hida-Furukawa
Only a 15-minute train ride from Takayama Station, Hida-Furukawa – sometimes simply referred to as Furukawa – is a picturesque little town that is notably quieter than its famous neighbor of Takayama...Gero Onsen: A Tranquil Hot Spring Haven
Gero Onsen, nestled between Nagoya and Takayama, revered for its healing waters since the Edo Period. Celebrated as one of Japan's finest onsen, it offers a perfect blend of historical allure and ser...Gujo Hachiman
Gujo Hachiman, a gem nestled in Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, renowned for its crystal-clear waterways and traditional dance festivals. Established in the 16th century and built around Hachiman Castle, th...Okuhida Onsen
The hot spring area referred to as Okuhida is actually made-up of five onsen towns: Hirayu-Onsen, Shin-Hirayu Onsen, Shin-Hotaka Onsen, Fukuji Onsen and Tochio Onsen. Positioned between Kamikochi and...
