Authentic homes moved from a nearby valley and preserved intact make this attraction a very special "open air museum."

Three quaint streets comprise this popular neighborhood, tastefully dotted with alluring sake breweries, museums and miso shops.

Four remarkable 17th century floats occupy this museum celebrating Takayama’s famous Autumn Festival.

Its extensive glass collection is the main attraction of this popular art museum.

Local crafts and fire-fighting equipment are among the items on display in this city-owned museum.

Temples and shrines, a castle and private homes are among the sights along this 3.5 kilometer self-paced walking tour.

Takayama’s ultra-thin lacquer technique is world-famous. This museum houses easily a thousand examples of the honey-colored treasures, plus a production shop.

A replica of the beautiful Takayama Castle gate provides entrance into this gallery, which is small but teeming with interesting household items, tools and artifacts.