Takayama Private Tours & Local Tour Guides
Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Takayama, Japan with a Local Guide
Popular Takayama Tour Guides
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Japan
Tetsuji Y.
4.91 / 5
(58 reviews)
4.91 / 5
(58 reviews)
Hello everyone. I am Tetsuji. I worked as a public servant in the local government for 35 years. I belonged to the department of Redevelopment, Town-Landscaping, Preserving historical areas and Architectural Guidance. (I have a national 1st-class architect license.) I devoted myself to revitalizing the city by making plans and improving infrastructure for citizens. Gifu is located in central Japan near Nagoya. As just being the crossroads of the West and the East, there are many unique attractions that are hard to discover in hectic big cities like Tokyo or Kyoto. I had a hand in restoring and preserving some of them throughout my career and want to introduce them to tourists from abroad. That’s why I became a guide-interpreter in Gifu. I also enjoyed traveling around the world. My favorite part of each trip was walking around the city and talking with local residents. Traveling has taught me lots of things during my lifetime. Now, I would like to help others have similar experience in Japan. Shall we enjoy fantastic journey in Gifu?
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Japan
Yuriko S.
4.95 / 5
(64 reviews)
4.95 / 5
(64 reviews)
I am Yuriko from Gifu Prefecture. I was an assistant English teacher at junior high school. I started to work as a National Certificate tour guide in 2019. I'm very interested in kimono, tea ceremony and Japanese castles. I sometimes guide in kimono. There are so many nice places to visit in Gifu and Nagoya! I also guide around Takayama, Shirakawago, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka and Kanazawa if you pay my transportation fee from my hometown. Let's enjoy Japan with me!
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Japan
Lee S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
Welcome to Hokuriku! I’m based in Kanazawa and would love to show you around not just the famous sights, but also the everyday beauty and hidden corners that make this region special. I also provide winter tours and have a logistics team for your expedient comfort needs and convenience. Whether you're strolling through samurai districts, sampling fresh seafood at a local market, or soaking in the peaceful atmosphere of mountain villages like Takayama, Shirakawa-go or Ainokura among many more, I’ll help you experience Japan in a way that feels personal, relaxed, and real. I grew up in BC Canada with friends from all over the world, and now call Japan home. I speak conversational Japanese and understand both the traveler’s curiosity and the local rhythm of life. That means I can help bridge the gap, so you feel comfortable and connected wherever we go. Every tour is flexible—if the weather shifts or something catches your eye, we can adapt. My goal is to make your time here smooth, engaging, and full of insight. Let’s explore Hokuriku together, one story, flavor, and moment at a time.
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Japan
Mao M.
4.72 / 5
(18 reviews)
4.72 / 5
(18 reviews)
Hi! I'm Mao. My home town is Takayama and I like here a lot! I’d like to show you! I love meeting friends, chatting, travel around, play sports, drinking and go to my favorite restaurants. I'll offer more local sightseeing spots,eateries,cafes,bars and leisure facility and also I'm familiar with suburban area. I have an experience of living in BC, Canada and then taught Japanese and culture for kids in a school. After that, I have been working at a hostel in Takayama. I like to meet people and to know new things for me. Feel free to contact me!
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Japan
Hirohiko S.
5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
Hello! I’m Hiro, and I’m excited to share my love for Japan with travelers worldwide. I have a passion for anime and the peaceful beauty of the Japanese countryside. Born in Japan, I’ve also lived in the U.S. and India, giving me a broad cultural perspective. While I have a reserved and easygoing nature, I enjoy meeting new people and building genuine connections. I’m a car enthusiast and love exploring rural roads, though I’ve also worked in Japan’s bustling cities like Tokyo and Osaka. Whether you want a relaxed countryside tour or to discover hidden gems, I’ll help make your journey memorable. I look forward to guiding you on an unforgettable adventure in Japan!
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Japan
Yoko T.
5.00 / 5
(19 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(19 reviews)
Hi! I am Yoko, a friendly regional Licensed Guide Interpreter. This area is my home! This is why I've been sharing beauties of this prefecture with my guests from around the world. This area is great fun: local, historical, culturally important, sometimes mysterious and beautiful! If you are already in love with Japan, then let me personalize your experience here. Visit the best places, venues, spots and locations with me. You will enjoy neighborhood full of hidden local treasures. I am a mother of two girls. I'd be happy to welcome families and I can arrange a tour depending on your situation. Please feel free to ask me any. I also translate and teach English. And I am a host of an Internet radio show. I like meeting people and all these experiences allow me to be good at communicating as a guide. I look forward to exploring this beautiful culture with you. Thank you!
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Japan
Bonnie C.
5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
I am a cheerful and energetic lady from Hong Kong. I came to Takayama first as a tourist since 2014 and I fell in love with this region. In spare time, I enjoy exploring traditional events and festivals as well as new restaurants in all these areas. Being a tour conductor in Shirakawago, I am equipped with knowledge and skills in guiding single traveler, family and groups(more than 40 guests). With my fluent English, Chinese and abundant knowledge of this region, I am confident to show you around and tailor-made your desirable schedule. I am looking forward to seeing you.
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Japan
Mika S.
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
My interests include art, architecture, food, sake, wine, and sustainability. In the past, I had the opportunity to visit destinations around the world. My passion for traveling and experiencing other cultures helped me recognize the beauty in my own culture, and inspired me to become a tour guide. I’m a fun, energetic, and passionate guide who’s ready to show you an unforgettable time in Japan, whatever your interests may be! Hida is a beautiful region tucked away in the Northern Alps, and its location helped preserve Takayama’s old town constructed by local master carpenters. On your tour, I’ll give you tips on what you should look for to appreciate traditional Japanese architecture. If you’re a sake lover, Hida is the place for you because the cold climate makes it suitable for brewing quality sake. I’m a licensed Sake Sommelier, and I’d love to take you to the breweries in town and give you some recommendations. I’ve also been trained to host art tours. If you’re interested in contemporary Japanese art, I recommend visiting Kanazawa, where you can find inspirational creativity in every corner! My goal is to help you discover the authentic Japanese way of life while feeling comfortable like a local rather than standing out like a tourist. Please let me know what kind of experience you’re looking for, and I will happily tailor a unique experience just for you. Fun facts about me! I was sponsored to travel around the world twice I was a torch runner in the 1998 Nagano Olympics I grew up in nature, eating wild plants and seeing many wild animals
Popular Takayama Private Tours
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Takayama
7 hours
Wondeful one-dayTakayama tour from Nagoya
Takayama is located in the north of Gifu, central Japan. It takes about 2 and half hour from Nagoya by highway-bus. While bus riding, you can enjoy beautiful mountainous scenery, especially in winter, the snow-covered landscape from the bus window is wonderful!! Takayama is an old castle town, I am sure you will have a wonderful time while walking through the nostalgic town street!! Takayama also has a lot of high quality craftsmanship, you can experience such a skillful art by yourself!!
Wondeful one-dayTakayama tour from Nagoya
FROM$286/ per group
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Yuriko S.
4.95 / 5
(64 reviews)
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Takayama
2 hrs 30 mins
Casual tour in Takayama
I'll guide main part of Takayama and local place. We'll go old town, morning market, sake breweries, shrines and temples area, also good cafes or eateries. Also I can arrange a plan where you want to go like to see cherry blossom, to walk in country side.
Casual tour in Takayama
FROM$102/ per group
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Mao M.
4.72 / 5
(18 reviews)
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Takayama
6 hours
Takayama Full-day Private Tour (6 hours)
You can visit the old town area in Takayama with a friendly, Hida area Government-licensed Guide Interpreter. Walk around "Miyagawa Morning Market", where you can find locally grown foods and handcrafts. Koi (carp) fish welcome you. Experience the feel of "Takayama Festival" at the Festival Floats Exhibition Hall. Skilled artisans’ works, traditional structures seen in Takayama old town are must-see, too. Also why not try talking to locals? Your guide is more than happy to help you.
Takayama Full-day Private Tour (6 hours)
FROM$258/ per group
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Yoko T.
5.00 / 5
(19 reviews)
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Takayama
5 hours
Wonderful half-day experience Takayama tour
Takayama has a lot of nature and culture. In this tour, you can experience such a wonderful time of culture and nature in Takayama. At first, I guide you to the only surviving old office building in Japan where has a beautiful Japanese garden. Next, let's enjoy local street morning market for shopping! Then, how about seeing magnificent festival floats? Passing through the old street, why don't you go to the crafts square in order to enjoy making some local products by yourself?
Wonderful half-day experience Takayama tour
FROM$255/ per group
Yuriko S.
4.95 / 5
(64 reviews)
New Takayama Private Tours
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Takayama
2 hours
Country side tour in Takayama
We will go country side in Takayama.This is a journey to landscape in the original state in Japan.Here is a very local side so you can experience deep Japan.
Country side tour in Takayama
FROM$95/ per group
Mao M.
4.72 / 5
(18 reviews)
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Takayama
3 hrs 30 mins
Takayama Highlights Tour of Must-Visit Gems
This is the ideal tour for first-time visitors looking to discover Takayama's history, authentic culture, and natural beauty with a local guide! The basic itinerary includes some of the best experiences, such as the morning market, the old town, and a local sake brewery. Please let me know your interests, and I will happily arrange a customized tour just for you!
Takayama Highlights Tour of Must-Visit Gems
FROM$382/ per group
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Mika S.
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
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Takayama
9 hours
Takayama and Shirakawago in 1 day
How about spending 1 day to visit both Takayama and Shirakawago? This tour departs from Takayama and we will spend first 2 hours in Takayama and then depart to Shirakawago for 3.5 hours walking tour. If the group is staying in Kanazawa for the night after the tour, it is not necessary to come back to Takayama.
Takayama and Shirakawago in 1 day
FROM$286/ per group
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Bonnie C.
5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
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Takayama
1 hour
Sake Sensations: an Exclusive Tasting with a Sommelier
Thanks to its ideal climate, Takayama boasts a wide variety of local sake brewed at multiple private breweries. Each brewery has a different philosophy; understanding them will give you insight into how to enjoy the local masterpieces. Your guide will take you on an exquisite and culturally rich tasting experience at one of the breweries. Indulge in the world of sake with your guide, an International Sake Sommelier, and get detailed tips on how to enjoy Japan's national drink!
Sake Sensations: an Exclusive Tasting with a Sommelier
FROM$76/ per person
Mika S.
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
Popular Takayama Private Cars
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Takayama
4 hours
Day Tour between [Takayama and Shirakawago] with a Private Car -by Sedan (4 pax)
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
Day Tour between [Takayama and Shirakawago] with a Private Car -by Sedan (4 pax)
FROM$502/ per group
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TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(370 reviews)
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Takayama
4 hours
Day Tour between [Takayama and Shirakawago] with a Private Car -by Van (9 pax)
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
Day Tour between [Takayama and Shirakawago] with a Private Car -by Van (9 pax)
FROM$621/ per group
TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(370 reviews)
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Takayama
3 hours
[Takayama] Day Tour with a Private Car -by Sedan (4 pax)
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
[Takayama] Day Tour with a Private Car -by Sedan (4 pax)
FROM$289/ per group
TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(370 reviews)
![[Takayama] Day Tour with a Private Car -by Van (9 pax)](https://images.gowithguide.com/filters:format(avif)/filters:strip_exif()/fit-in/480x480/filters:quality(50)/gowithguide/tours/2448/5dac8738-694d-469c-a6a9-7f2b2857db20.jpg)
Takayama
3 hours
[Takayama] Day Tour with a Private Car -by Van (9 pax)
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
[Takayama] Day Tour with a Private Car -by Van (9 pax)
FROM$383/ per group
TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(370 reviews)
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Takayama Tour Reviews
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Immanuele S.
5 / 5
Nov 14, 2025
“perfect all ok”
“An amazing guide: kind, friendly, knowledgeable, caring, and above all full of initiative. Most importantly, whenever a problem came up, she knew how to solve it quickly and correctly.”
Yuriko S.
Thank you so much for an excellent review and such a nice and warm comment! I'm so happy to read it and also your kind comment encourages me a lot. I also had great three days in Takayama, Shirakawago and Kanazawa with you. Thanks to you, I enjoyed lots of beautiful autumn leaves scenery and very happy time with your joking. Arigatou gozaimasu for all of your kindness and funny joking. Your guide, Lily(Yuriko)
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Immanuele S.
5 / 5
Nov 14, 2025
“perfect all more than ok”
“An amazing guide: kind, friendly, knowledgeable, caring, and above all full of initiative. Most importantly, whenever a problem came up, she knew how to solve it quickly and correctly.”
Yuriko S.
Thank you so much for an excellent review and wonderful comments！I'm so happy to read your comments. I also had great three days in Takayama, Shirakawago, and Kanazawa where we enjoyed beautiful autumn leaves thanks to you. Further more, I enjoyed your talking with humor while three days tour. Arigatou gozaimasu for your kindness and fun talking. Yuriko(Lily)
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Janie S.
5 / 5
Nov 8, 2025
“Mao is a thoroughly competent and cheerful guide. ”
We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent with Mao, she is one of the best guides we have had anywhere in the world. She was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. Her spoken English is very good indeed and she gave us thoughtful insights into Takayama specifically and Japan in general. Mao communicated with us very well before the tour. She well organised and has been a pleasure to deal with We recommend her unreservedly.
Mao M.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Thinking back to the time I spent with you made me feel really happy.
Takayama Private Tour Guide
Whether it’s your first time to Takayama or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Takayama has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself!
You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Takayama tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that.
There is so much to see and do in Takayama, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.
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