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Takayama,
Japan.

Explore the preserved Sanmachi streets, morning markets and traditional craft shops; nearby Hida villages add a rural perspective.

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Hida-Kokubunji in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan — Takayama, Japan · 2024-10-27 Takayama, Hida-kokubunji.jpg · Alexkom000 · CC BY 4.0

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Old streets and craft

Explore Sanmachi and local woodworking traditions, then consider nearby Hida Folk Village.

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Mountain weather and transport schedules vary by season; check connections before adding a rural side trip.

A slower market morning

Visit the morning market area early, then follow the quieter streets away from the most photographed facades. Look for workshops that explain Hida woodworking traditions and respect businesses that are not open to casual visitors.

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