September
Hida Takayama Townscape Concert
The Hida Takayama Townscape Concert is held under the slogan "The town itself is the best seat." It features exciting performances by artists of various genres from both within and outside the city. Enjoy Sound & Sightseeing from the best seat.
- Date
September 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 24
- Business Hours
9/2: 10:00 - 15:00 (Municipal Government Memorial Hall)
9/3: 11:00 - 15:30 (Municipal Government Memorial Hall)
9/9: 13:00 - 17:00 (Takayama Jinya Front Square)
9/10: 12:30 - 16:30 (Takayama Jinya Front Square)
9/16: 10:00 - 16:00 (Dekonaru-za)
9/17: 10:30 - 15:00 (Dekonaru-za)
9/24: 10:00 - 14:30 (Hida Takayama Town Museum)- Fee
Free
- Address
Takayama Jinya Front Plaza and others
- Contact
Hida Takayama Townscape Concert 2023 Executive Committee, 090-8671-9667
Autumn Enako River Illumination
The Enako River once served as the moat surrounding Takayama Castle. The trees along the riverbank, adorned with colorful autumn leaves, will be illuminated. The beauty of the autumn leaves stands out against the backdrop of the white-walled storehouses.
- Date
September 30 - November 30, 2023 *Except on October 9
- Business Hours
18:00 - 22:00
- Fee
Free
- Address
Enako River vicinity
- Contact
Hida-Takayama Tourism & Convention Bureau, Phone: 0577-36-1011
- Access
20-min. walk from Takayama Station
Garakuta Fair (Jumble market)
An antique fair started in 1982. Held on the first Sunday of the month from April to October. The streets are temporarily closed to vehicles (called "pedestrians' paradise") and over 20 art dealers have stalls on the street. You will enjoy looking at olden daily-life utensils while strolling down the street.
- Date
First Sunday of the month, from April to October each year
Opening of hiking season at Mt. Norikura to climbers - Norikura Skyline is open
This high area consisting of 23 ridges, 7 lakes, and 8 plains is collectively referred to as Mt. Norikura. The highest peak is Mt. Kengamine, 3,026 meters above sea level. You can travel up the mountain along the Norikura Skyline, Japan’s highest-altitude mountain road, to a height of 2,700 meters without stopping.
- Date
From May 15 to late October
Rice harvesting in kurumada, wheel-shaped rice fields
The method of planting rice plants concentrically around a rod standing at the center of the rice paddy is a very rare method in Japan and is a unique method developed in Hida.
- Date
Late September each year
Hida Takayama Kimono Stroll Autumn 2023
Why not enjoy a leisurely walk through the town of Hida Takayama, where kimono and kamishimo attire suit the atmosphere perfectly? The Nakabashi Tourist Information Office will host its Hida Takayama Kimono Stroll event on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the period specified below. No special preparations are needed; just show up during reception hours. Kimono accessories such as bags and footwear will also be available. Try on a kimono to create a lasting memory of your trip to Hida Takayama.
- Date
Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from September 16 to November 5, 2023
- Business Hours
9:30 - 14:30
*Return by 17:00- Fee
3,000 yen for 2 hours (500 yen for every additional 30 minutes)
- Address
Nakabashi Tourist Information Office
- Contact
Hida Takayama Tourism & Convention Bureau, Phone: 0577-36-1011
Notes:
Reservations: Reservations are not required, but please inquire in advance for groups. Reception may close if there is a large number of participants.
Rainy Weather: A limited number of umbrellas are available for rental in case of rain. Rain footwear for men is not provided. In case of light rain, please wear your own shoes. In severe weather, the event will be canceled.
For Children: Kimono are available for heights starting at 140cm. Limited availability.
Other: Please arrange your own hair. No hair accessories are provided.- Access
15 min. walk from JR Takayama station
- Website
Cosmos Park is opened
The skiing slope in the Honokidaira Ski Resort during the off-season offers a 4-hectare site teeming with about eight million cosmea flowers in full bloom.
- Date
August each year (may change depending on date of first bloom)