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) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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