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Hida Folk Village, Takayama: What to See & How to Get There
Hida Folk Village in Takayama brings together traditional farmhouses, mossy thatched roofs and woodland paths. Inside the houses, sunken hearths and displays of everyday tools offer a glimpse of rural life. Here’s what we saw on our walk, plus tips for getting there by bus and choosing a route.
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Takayama Jinya Historic Government Office
Takayama Jinya is a historic government office dating from Japan’s Edo period, when it served as the administrative centre of Hida Province. Visitors can explore traditional tatami-matted rooms, government offices, residential quarters and a historic rice storehouse. Its well-preserved buildings and exhibits offer an insight into the administration and everyday life of feudal Japan.
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Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan – Historic Festival Floats in Japan
Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan is a museum displaying the elaborately decorated festival floats used during Takayama’s famous Autumn Festival. Located beside Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine, the exhibition features historic floats adorned with intricate woodcarvings, gilded decorations and colourful lanterns. Visitors can learn about the history of the Takayama Festival and the traditional Japanese craftsmanship involved in…