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Located deep within the mountains of Central Japan, Takayama is famous for the excellent preservation its Edo Period (1603-1868) historical center, known as the ‘Sannomachi’. Once under the direct control of the shogunate, Takayama was an important and prosperous merchant town known for the skill of its carpenters and other artisans. Today, the old town is beautifully preserved with much of the Edo streetscape and building facades intact attracting visitors from all over the world.
Over recent years, Takayama has become firmly established as a popular destination for international travelers wanting to enjoy a traditional Edo Period town. The beautifullly preserved buidlings of the old town house restaurants, craft stores, museums, galleries, breweries, guesthouses and homes creating a thriving atmosphere and a fantastic food scene. Most famously, the region is known for its sought-after ‘Hida Beef’ – considered some of the best in Japan – along with distinctive Takayama ramen; while outside the city, the World Heritage-listed villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama and the beautiful alpine valley of Kamikkochi are all within easy reach.
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