[Hida Takayama] Hotel staff recommendations! 7 recommended spots you can visit by rental car
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At Hotel Associa Takayama Resort, you can use the parking lot for free even before checking in and after checking out. Why not drive around Takayama's sightseeing spots freely? In this article, we will introduce what you should know when renting a car in Japan, as well as tourist spots recommended b...
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Table of Contents
- 7 recommended sightseeing spots in Takayama that can be reached by car
- Why not stay at Hotel Associa Takayama Resort as your base for sightseeing?
- What you need to rent a car in Japan
- If you're looking to rent a car in Takayama, click here!
- Use a rental car and explore freely
7 recommended sightseeing spots in Takayama that can be reached by car
The Takayama area is dotted with tourist attractions, so traveling by rental car is very convenient.
In this article, we will introduce the procedures for renting a car in Japan as well as tourist spots within Takayama City.
① Takayama Jinya and the old townscape
Takayama Jinya is the site of a government office that was used for court cases and land management about 300 years ago. You can tour the building and learn about the government agencies and life at the time.
The fact that the building has remained in its original form is a rare find, and it has been designated a national historic site.
It is about a 10-minute drive from Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
The old townscape is a 5-minute walk from Takayama Jinya. It is a popular tourist spot in Takayama, which developed as a merchant town.
You can enjoy shopping and gourmet food at cafes, liquor stores, and traditional craft shops.
2) Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine and Takayama Festival Float Hall
This shrine holds the Takayama Festival, one of Japan's three most beautiful festivals, in the fall.
The adjacent Takayama Festival Yatai Kaikan exhibits the floats actually used in the Takayama Festival. The exhibits are replaced three times a year, so you can enjoy them all year round. In 2024, the festival will be held on Wednesday, October 9th and Thursday, October 10th.
It takes about 15 minutes by car from Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
◆For more information about the Takayama Festival, click here
3. Hie Shrine
This shrine holds the Takayama Festival in the spring. The rows of cedar trees leading to the torii gates are mystical, and you can experience the changing seasons with fresh greenery in the summer and autumn leaves in the fall.
This shrine is popular with visitors from overseas, and appears in famous anime. (Spring Takayama Festival: The 2024 event took place on Sunday, April 14th and Monday, April 15th.)
It is about a 10-minute drive from Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
④Hida Folk Village and Hida Village
This outdoor museum is lined with typical Hida houses, creating an old rural landscape.
The building is lit up in summer, autumn and winter, allowing you to experience the changing seasons.
You can also enjoy activities such as making traditional crafts and baking rice crackers by hand.
It is about a 10-minute drive from Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
⑤Shinhotaka Ropeway
This is the only double-decker gondola in Japan, and you can enjoy the spectacular views of the Northern Alps at an altitude of over 2,000 meters.
The area is attractive for its scenery that changes with each season and for the wide range of experiential activities.
It takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes by car from Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
⑥ Shirakawa-go (World Heritage Site)
Shirakawa-go is located in Shirakawa Village, Gifu Prefecture, and is famous for its beautiful Gassho-style buildings. It is registered as a World Heritage Site, and you can experience the traditional Japanese lifestyle and the great outdoors. It is about a 50-minute drive from Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
⑦Kamikochi
Kamikochi is located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, and can be reached in about an hour and a half by car and bus from Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
There is a lot of beautiful and abundant nature remaining and it has been designated as a national conservation area. You can lose track of time and relax in the refreshing climate.
In order to protect the natural environment, Kamikochi has traffic restrictions for private cars. If you are coming from Takayama, you will need to transfer at Akandana Parking Lot on the way.
Why not stay at Hotel Associa Takayama Resort as your base for sightseeing?
Why not relax and unwind after your trip at Hotel Associa Takayama Resort can fully enjoy sightseeing in Takayama and feel close to nature?
Enjoy hot springs overlooking the magnificent natural scenery of Takayama, meals featuring the local specialty Hida beef, and a wonderful evening in the spacious lounge.
Hotel Associa Takayama Resort offers free parking, making it convenient for guests who rent cars. (Up to 200 standard private cars can be parked.)
Free parking
The free parking lot is available for use before check-in and after check-out, so you can enjoy sightseeing without worrying about time.
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What you need to rent a car in Japan
For those who would like to rent a car while sightseeing, we will introduce how to do so.
Firstly, you must be over 18 years old.
In addition, you will need a valid driver's license(※) and passport to rent a car.
*Driver's license issued in Japan (for those residing in Japan), international driver's license, driver's license and its translation (for licenses from Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, Slovenia, and Monaco)
Car rental reservations
When renting a car, you can make a reservation online or at the rental car company's counter.
Decide in advance the rental date and return date, and whether you need any options such as a car navigation system.
If you're looking to rent a car in Takayama, click here!
There are many rental car companies around Takayama Station, so you can rent a car as soon as you arrive at the station.
①Toyota Rent-a-Car Takayama Station Store
2. Niconico Rental Car Takayama Station Branch
③Eki Rent-a-Car Takayama Sales Office
④Carsta Rental Car Takayama Station Branch
Use a rental car and explore freely
When you visit Takayama, why not rent a car and explore the area freely? If you travel a little further, you can also access popular tourist destinations such as Shirakawa-go and Kamikochi.
Additionally, Hotel Associa Takayama Resort offers free parking, making it convenient for guests who come by car.
Please feel free to use it when traveling around Takayama.
We provide trust, peace of mind, and safety through our sincere, high-quality service and our "customer first" philosophy, making the most of the railway network that supports Japan. We welcome customers from both Japan and abroad with the finest hospitality and the finest service to meet all their needs.
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