[Nagano] Half-Day Walking Tour: Takayama’s Festival Floats & Historic Streets

• * Start the day at the Takayama Morning Markets, where fresh produce, regional delicacies, and handmade goods offer a taste of local culture.
• * Step inside the Takayama Matsuri Yatai Museum and see the magnificent festival floats up close.
• * Visit Hachimangu Shrine, a sacred site with deep historical significance and beautiful traditional architecture.
• * Stroll through Takayama’s Old Town, home to Edo-period architecture, sake breweries, and traditional crafts.

Experience Takayama’s rich cultural heritage through its iconic festival traditions. This half-day walking tour delves into the history and artistry of the Takayama Festival, one of Japan’s most beautiful celebrations. Explore the elaborate floats at the Takayama Matsuri Yatai Museum, learn about the craftsmanship behind them, and visit Hachimangu Shrine, the festival’s spiritual home. Stroll through the Old Town, where merchant houses and sake breweries showcase Takayama’s past, and start the day at the Takayama Morning Markets, where local flavors and crafts set the scene. Led by an English-speaking guide, this tour is perfect for discovering Takayama’s cultural treasures in just a few hours.