Takayama

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A mountainous landscape with a small town nestled in a valley.
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A river flowing through a forested valley with dense green foliage on both sides.
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A river flowing through a lush green landscape with rocks and dense vegetation.
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A grassy hill with a dirt path leading up to a rocky outcrop.
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A snow-covered mountain with trees in the foreground.
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Where to stay in Takayama

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Takai

If you're spending some time in Takai, Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park and Edo Higan Cherry Tree of Kurobe are top sights worth seeing.

Ryokan Warabino

Ryokan Warabino

3 out of 5
Okuyamada 1320, Kamitakai-gun Takayama Nagano
$196 nightly
The price is $217 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$217 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Stay at this ryokan in Takayama. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Shibu and Yudanaka Hot Spring are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
"Wonderful authentic Ryocan Oncen experience. The entire staff were pleasant, helpful, and polite. The ryocan is located in a beautiful valley that is home to rice paddies and vegetable gardens. The private onsen is a great way to go for the modest ones. The half pension included an authentic and ..."

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Ryokan Warabino
Hotel JAL City Nagano

Hotel JAL City Nagano

3 out of 5
1221, Toigosho-machi Nagano Nagano-ken
$47 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$52 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Stay at this hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kitano Cultural Center and Gondo Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful, and have excellent location, 14 minutes stray walking fro the Zenkoji Temple"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Hotel JAL City Nagano
Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1372-1 Nishiterao Matsushiro Nagano Nagano-ken
$49 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$54 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Matsushiro Castle and Masuo Ikeda Museum ...
8/10 Very Good! (741 reviews)
"Little away from Nagano city however, good shuttle from rail station was provided by the Hotel. Room provided was clean with great view of the mountains. Staff were helpful and professional. In-house laundry facility with washer & dryer availability was very helpful for guests. Breakfast spread was ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Mercure Nagano Matsushiro Resort & Spa
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Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen

Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen

2 out of 5
745 Kusatsu Gunma
Stay at this villa in Kusatsu. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Yubatake and Kusatsu Tsurutaro Kataoka Museum are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Great venue and facilities."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Rakuten STAY VILLA Kusatsu Onsen
KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS

KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS

5 out of 5
2147-118 Nagakura Karuizawa Nagano
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Karuizawa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Private retreat nestled in the woods of Karuizawa! Wonderful host - very friendly and attentive. Our visit in June was right before their hydrangeas blossomed….i can imagine it would have been even more magical!"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

KARUIZAWA FOREST SEASONS
YADOKARI VILLAGE KITAKARUIZAWA

YADOKARI VILLAGE KITAKARUIZAWA

3.5 out of 5
2271-30 Hosohara, Oaza Omae Tsumagoi Gunma
Stay at this vacation home in Tsumagoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and climate control. Popular attractions Karuizawa Toy Kingdom and Onioshidashi Volcanic ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
"清潔な客室です　dog run併設で愛犬も大満足でしたありがとう"

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

YADOKARI VILLAGE KITAKARUIZAWA
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Stay near popular Takayama attractions

Matsukawa Gorge

6.0/10 (1 review)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matsukawa Gorge during your travels in Takayama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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Things to do

Snow Monkeys, Hokusai & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano

$153
per adult
Snow Monkeys, Obuse & Sake: A Perfect Day in Nagano
©Jigokudani Yaen-KoenToshio HAGIWARA [Photo for illustrative purposes only]

Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano

$168
per adult
Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano
Strolling through the towering cedar avenue of Togakushi.

Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions

$135
per adult
Togakushi: A Serene Walk Through Sacred Forests & Soba Traditions
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Cities near Takayama

A garden with purple wisteria hanging from trees, surrounded by people and colorful flowers.

Nakano

A red bridge over a calm river, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

Suzaka

A man writing in a notebook, traditional Japanese architecture, and signage in Japanese.

Yamanouchi

A vast agricultural field with rows of young plants, a tractor, and a blue vehicle. In the background, there are buildings and a snow-capped mountain.

Tsumagoi

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