Title: Takayama Travel Guide: Best of Takayama, Nagano Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Takayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Takayama-Hotels.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Takayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Takayama-Holiday-Rentals.d6342824.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Takayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Takayama.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Takayama Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Takayama.d6342824.Car-Hire-Guide)[Takayama Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Takayama.d6342824.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Takayama Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/14595f4f-7e67-4952-a82b-39c7f315b415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/14595f4f-7e67-4952-a82b-39c7f315b415.jpg) by [Kohei Fujii](https://www.flickr.com/people/43894128@N02) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/a29def13-46b0-4618-9687-11b1de24f76d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/a29def13-46b0-4618-9687-11b1de24f76d.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/fc007730-96e6-4917-b636-3ecb422a9028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/fc007730-96e6-4917-b636-3ecb422a9028.jpg) by [Qurren](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Qurren) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/3d99ff49-03fd-4177-a38a-9dd6bb1c85e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/3d99ff49-03fd-4177-a38a-9dd6bb1c85e9.jpg) by [BXS07451](https://www.panoramio.com/user/5603892?with_photo_id=63055061) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![Takayama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/08713b28-e341-4dbb-8267-dc3507e72e3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/08713b28-e341-4dbb-8267-dc3507e72e3a.jpg) by [takacchi](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2757624?with_photo_id=18408545) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Visit Takayama Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Takayama ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Takai If you're spending some time in Takai, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Takayama-Takai.dx3000750506) - Top hotels in Takayama - Top Holiday Rentals in Takayama ![the TOJI.ba MATSUKAWAKAN](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112658200/112658170/c25c912c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### the TOJI.ba MATSUKAWAKAN 3507-1, Yamada onsen Takayama Nagano £184 5 Apr - 6 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Shibu are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=112658170&PinnedHotelID=112658170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) ![Ryokan Warabino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17500000/17497800/17497727/53fb36e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ryokan Warabino Okuyamada 1320, Kamitakai-gun Takayama Nagano £230 2 Apr - 3 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on-site and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Shibu are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews) Best experience in japan Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=17497727&PinnedHotelID=17497727&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) ![Naeba Prince Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2870000/2868400/2868393/abafcfa0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Naeba Prince Hotel Mikuni, Yuzawa-machi Yuzawa Niigata-ken £64 7 Apr - 8 Apr Stay at this ski hotel in Yuzawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Naeba Ski Resort and Joshin'etsu-kogen ... 8/10 Very Good! (616 reviews) Clean rooms, nice staff, many restaurants. Super convenient for skiing Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=2868393&PinnedHotelID=2868393&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342824) [See all 754 properties in Takayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=6342824) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![With private woodfired sauna limited to 1 group / Kamitakai-gun Nagano](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101852900/101852843/37c159c2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### With private woodfired sauna limited to 1 group / Kamitakai-gun Nagano Kamitakai-gun Nagano Stay at this holiday home in Takayama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Shibu are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Takayama-Hotels-Limited-To-1-Group-Per-Day-Ease1-Kamitakai-Gun-Nagano.h101852843.Hotel-Information) ![KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91036600/91036514/c0537aa7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS 2147-118 Nagakura Karuizawa Nagano Stay at this luxury villa in Karuizawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza and Karuizawa ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Incredible stay and experience at 軽井沢森四季! The staff was so helpful and assisted us with everything we needed including making 2 amazing meals for our group. The 緑 cabin was the perfect size for our 6 person group and we were really able to utilize the space and location to maximize our time in Karuizawa. ... Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karuizawa-Hotels-KARUIZAWA-FOREST-SEASONS.h91036514.Hotel-Information) ![NOT A HOTEL KITAKARUIZAWA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108400000/108394600/108394585/27e037b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### NOT A HOTEL KITAKARUIZAWA 2286-340 Tsumagoi Gunma Stay at this villa in Tsumagoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Karuizawa Toy Kingdom and Onioshidashi Volcanic Park are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) 対応が早く、ゆったり過ごすことができました。 Reviewed on 28 Feb 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsumagoi-Hotels-NOT-A-HOTEL-KITAKARUIZAWA.h108394585.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Takayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6342824&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Takayama hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31)[30 Mar - 31 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01)[31 Mar - 1 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026)[10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6342824&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Matsukawa Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342824/a86e87d3-7678-4219-ad70-e922e6db56cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Matsukawa Gorge Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matsukawa Gorge during your travels in Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Matsukawa-Gorge-Nagano.d553248634998457103.Attraction) ![F0E4JT Weeping cherry tree in Nagano, Japan. Image shot 04/2013. Exact date unknown.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634998453122/4c2e0fb4-a461-4588-8d23-2857b41374a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree You can learn about the history of Takayama with a stop at Japanese Weeping Cherry Tree. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Japanese-Weeping-Cherry-Tree-Takai.d553248634998453122.Attraction) #### Yamaboku Wild Snow Park Hit the slopes in Takayama with a visit to Yamaboku Wild Snow Park. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamaboku-Wild-Snow-Park-Takayama.d553248621583807712.Attraction) #### Yamada Onsen You can take time to visit Yamada Onsen during your travels to Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamada-Onsen-Nagano.d553248635810425116.Attraction) #### Shinshu Takayama Onsen Village You can take time to visit Shinshu Takayama Onsen Village during your travels to Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shinshu-Takayama-Onsen-Village-Nagano.d553248635998062129.Attraction) #### Kaminari-daki Waterfall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kaminari-daki Waterfall during your travels in Takayama. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaminari-Daki-Waterfall-Takayama.d553248621532775504.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Shiga Kogen, the highest ski resort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1039646/09d894e4-adf7-4f2c-a460-1393515c6ff7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour £132 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-snow-monkeys-snow-fun-in-shiga-kogen-tour.a1039646.activity-details) ![Strolling through the towering cedar avenue of Togakushi.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2722615/da2fe7f8-67bd-4de2-a13a-0278cbc455a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions £104 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/togakushi-a-serene-walk-through-sacred-forests-soba-traditions.a2722615.activity-details) ![Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836054/7e29e4ff-e1b7-4898-a3b7-c77b0a2c7a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano £117 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkeys.a49836054.activity-details) ![©Jigokudani Yaen-KoenToshio HAGIWARA [Photo for illustrative purposes only]](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47061519/4b48a630-a5fd-4908-9b46-8c52a8c8da63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano £136 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snow-monkey-park-miso-production-day-tour-from-nagano.a47061519.activity-details) ![Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984269/b3cf2d80-fa6c-4edc-91ef-d96a64db4914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nagano Full Day Private Tour: Zenkoji Temple, by Car £61 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-full-day-private-tour-zenkoji-temple.a47984269.activity-details) ![Nagano Cooking Tour : Make Oyaki & Stroll Historic Streets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49057791/8b68045f-e375-44ae-aad0-0cd06eb9ff0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nagano Cooking Tour : Make Oyaki & Stroll Historic Streets £70 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nagano-cooking-tour-make-oyaki-stroll-historic-streets.a49057791.activity-details) [See all activities in Takayama](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Takayama.d6342824.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Takayama ![¨¨ÊÅãÊùë„ÅÆÁî∞ÂúíÈ¢®ÊôØÔºàÁæ§È¶¨ÁúåÔºâ,Rural area(Tsumagoi village,Gunma Pref,Japan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128311/3bdeb291-a091-4a8e-9bc1-6f88a7236bfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tsumagoi ![Nakanojo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129217/30d75512-b51d-4d19-8263-ba5d3c4b4f27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nakanojo ![Obuse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347608/fcecf0c2-1965-4618-90c8-116c817a21f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Obuse - Cities near Takayama - Places of interest [Tsumagoi](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsumagoi.dx6128311)[Nakanojo](https://expedia.co.uk/Nakanojo.dx6129217)[Obuse](https://expedia.co.uk/Obuse.dx6347608) - [Edo Higan Cherry Tree of Kurobe ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edo-Higan-Cherry-Tree-Of-Kurobe-Takai.d553248634998448592.Attraction) - [Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nozawa-Onsen-Snow-Resort-Nozawaonsen.d6103750.Attraction) - [Naeba Ski Resort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Naeba-Ski-Resort-Yuzawa.d6131097.Attraction) - [Jigokudani Monkey Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Jigokudani-Monkey-Park-Yamanouchi.d6103742.Attraction) - [Yudanaka Hot Spring ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yudanaka-Hot-Spring-Yamanouchi.d553248623547482047.Attraction) - [Lake Nojiri ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Nojiri-Shinano.d6347420.Attraction)