Takayama Collection

Traditional sake bottle with assorted glasses, sake brewery, historical centre, Sanmachi, Takayama, Hida district, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Gujo, Gifu, Japan hot springs onsen town on the Hida River at night

Takayama, Gifu, Japan skyline at dusk

Japan, Gifu Prefecture, Takayama Old Town, one of the best preserved Edo time Town

Old farmhouses under a snowfall at Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village, Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Tadahiro Takayama Japan The Open Championship, Royal St.Georges 2011 Royal St.George S, Sandwich, Kent, England 15 July 2011 Date: 15 July 2011

Sake bottles in a sake brewery, Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Hida beef grill
A Grade A Hida beef (Hidagyu) with marble patterned fat lines being cooked on a stove is a special dish for Gifu area

Snowy Shirakawago, Japan

Persimmon Tree, Shirakawago - Japan

Farmhouses, Shirakawago - Japan

Snow Mole, Gifu
Took the chance to make a snow mole with all the snow that came crushing down

Gassho-zukuri folk houses, Ogimachi village, Shirakawa-go, near Takayama, Central Honshu, Japan, Asia

Japan, Gifu prefecture, Takayama (also known as Hida-Takayama), red Nakabashi Bridge over Miyagawa River, with cherry blossom trees in bloom

Cherry blossom tree and silk tapestry of elaborate festival float (yatai) in Gonjunko Procession during Sanno Festival of Hie Jinja Shrine, Takayama, Gifu prefecture, Japan

Embroidered lion on festival float (yatai) which is paraded through streets in Gonjunko Procession during Sanno Festival of Hie Jinja Shrine, held annually in April

Market garden cabbages, Takayama, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Decorated floats at Takayama spring festival, Honshu Island, Japan, Asia

Musicians at Takayama spring festival, Honshu Island, Japan, Asia

Priests in ritual procession at Takayama spring festival, Honshu Island, Japan, Asia

Traditional hay bobbles hanging from Shinto torii with thatch roof beyond, Hida Folk Village, Hida No Sato, Takayama, Hida district, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Traditional house with thick thatch roof, Hida Folk Village, Hida No Sato, Takayama, Hida district, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Backlit Shinto torii with traditional house beyond, Hida Folk Village, Hida No Sato, Takayama, Hida district, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Courtyard with temple buildings and female priest wearing traditional red trousers on the stairs, Sakurayama Nikko Kan temple, Takayama, Hida District, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Close up of traditional wish and fate papers tied up on line, Hida Kobubun ji temple, Takayama, Hida District, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Traditional shoes with wooden sole and colourful straps, Sanmachi, Takayama, Hida District, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Traditional street lined with shops and restaurants in historical centre, Sanmachi, Takayama, Hida district, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Yoshijima-Ke House (1890 s), traditional late 19th century Japanese house, Takayama, Honshu, Japan

Vegetable stall, Miyagawa market, Takayama, Japan

Jizo statues, memorials to children who have died at birth, Hida Folk Village, Takayama, island of Honshu, Japan, Asia

Nishiokas house, priests residence from NW Hida province, Hida Folk Village, Takayama, Honshu, Japan

Wakayamas farm house from Shokawa village, dating from 1751, Hida Folk Village, Takayama, island of Honshu, Japan, Asia

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"Takayama: A Journey Through Time and Tradition" Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Takayama, located in Japan's picturesque Gifu Prefecture. Known for its well-preserved Edo period charm, this enchanting town offers a glimpse into Japan's historical past. Step into Takayama Old Town, where time seems to stand still. Wander through its narrow streets lined with traditional wooden houses and soak up the atmosphere of a bygone era. Marvel at the intricate architecture and craftsmanship that has been meticulously preserved over centuries. Indulge in the local delicacies as you visit a sake brewery. Witness firsthand the artistry behind creating this beloved Japanese rice wine. Traditional sake bottles are displayed alongside an array of glasses, inviting you to savor every sip while appreciating the dedication put into each batch. For a truly magical experience, venture to Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village during winter when snow blankets old farmhouses. The serene landscape transforms into a fairytale-like scene straight out of a postcard. Capture breathtaking moments as you stroll through this open-air museum and witness how life was once lived amidst nature's frozen beauty. Tadahiro Takayama is undoubtedly one of many proud residents who contribute to preserving their town's heritage. His passion for his hometown shines through his work, ensuring that future generations can continue to appreciate Takayama's timeless allure. Discover why Takayama remains one of Japan's best-kept secrets – an oasis where tradition thrives amidst modernity. Lose yourself in its captivating history, indulge your taste buds with exquisite sake, and let your heart be warmed by the genuine hospitality of its people.