October
Autumn Takayama Festival
An extremely elegant and beautiful festival which is among the three most beautiful festivals of Japan. The highlight of the festival is gorgeous floats described as "moving Youmeimon (the famous, gorgeously-decorated gate to Toshogu Shrine in Nikko)" and marionettes skillfully operated on the floats.
- Date
October 9 & 10
Hida Takayama Kimono Walk
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
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
The illuminations at Hida Folk Village
At the Hida Folk Village (Hida-no-Sato), the red autumn leaves are illuminated at night.
- Date
October 14th to November 13th 2023
Held only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays- Business Hours
5:30pm to 7:30pm （illuminated）
- Fee
○Illuminated hours (5:00pm to 7:30pm)
Adults:300yen
Elementary and junior high school students:100 yen
○daytime（8：30am to 5:00pm）
Adults: 700 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 200 yen
Autumn Illumination in Hida Takayama
The Nakabashi Bridge is illuminated soon after dark to create a fantastic view of the surrounding area.
- Date
September 30th to November 30th 2023
- Business Hours
6pm to 10pm
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
Red autumn leaves from Mt. Norikura to the Hirayu Pass are at their most beautiful
Autumn leaves are at their best.
- Date
From early September to early October