Takayama Private Tours & Local Tour Guides
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Popular Takayama Tour Guides
Tetsuji Y.
4.89 / 5
(47 reviews)
Japan
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?
Yuichi W.
4.65 / 5
(20 reviews)
Japan
Hello, I'm Yuichi, an English tour guide in Hokuriku region. If you are thinking about traveling to historical places such as Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go and Takayama, I am willing to offer a tour. I can bring you to those popular destinations from my base, Toyama city. These are the examples of my tour: Kanazawa - Shirakawago - Takayama Takaoka - Gokayama - Shirakawago - Takayama Toyama - Tateyama Kurobe Alipne Route - Omachi (Nagano Pref.) During the tour I like to provide simple explanations about Japanese history, and small tips for using the Japanese language on your request. My interests are food, cooking, sake and wine as well as Japanese novels and movies. It would be possible to add those tastes to our tour including a visit to local wineries, movie scenes, etc... Finally, I will do my best to give you a pleasant stay. Looking forward to seeing you in Hokuriku!
William P.
4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)
Japan
I was born and raised in the USA, but have lived and worked in Japan for more than half my life. I am a naturalized citizen, and have made my home in Hida Takayama for more than fifteen years now. Pairing the knowledge of a local with the perspective of an outsider, my tours focus on places and insights that nobody else will show you. Feel free to contact me for custom tours at any time of the year. In addition to standard walking tours, I do night-time, food and sake-tasting tours.
Yuriko S.
4.95 / 5
(55 reviews)
Japan
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!
New Takayama Tour Guides
Hirohiko S.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Japan
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!
Norman B.
Japan
Good day, everyone! I am Norman. I live in Japan since 2006 and currently residing in Gifu ken. My passions are playing competitive sports and traveling around famous and historical tourist destinations. If you are planning a trip, please do not hesitate to reach out. I’ll be more than happy to assist you especially here in Nagoya, Aichi ken/Gifu ken/Shiga ken and Kyoto. Let’s make your journey unforgettable.
Kyohei Y.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Japan
Hi, Thank you for visiting my page! I am Kyohei. I was born and raised in Takayama, and learned English in Canada. Due to its seclusion from other cities, Takayama has developed a unique culture and history, and its residents have lived here for a long time relying on the region's abundant mountain and natural resources. I am looking forward to sharing the true Hida Takayama that can only be conveyed by a local resident. Thank you!
Yoko T.
5.00 / 5
(18 reviews)
Japan
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!
Popular Takayama Private Tours
Wondeful one-dayTakayama tour from Nagoya
Takayama
7 hours
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!!
FROM$245/ per group
Yuriko S.
4.95 / 5
(55 reviews)
Casual tour in Takayama
Takayama
2 hours 30 min
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.
FROM$112/ per group
Mao M.
4.64 / 5
(14 reviews)
Wonderful half-day experience Takayama tour
Takayama
5 hours
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?
FROM$210/ per group
Yuriko S.
4.95 / 5
(55 reviews)
Country side tour in Takayama
Takayama
2 hours
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.
FROM$105/ per group
Mao M.
4.64 / 5
(14 reviews)
New Takayama Private Tours
Takayama Full-day Private Tour (6 hours)
Takayama
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.
FROM$284/ per group
Yoko T.
5.00 / 5
(18 reviews)
Takayama Highlights Tour of Must-Visit Gems
Takayama
3 hours 30 min
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!
FROM$420/ per group
Mika S.
4.96 / 5
(26 reviews)
Takayama and Shirakawago in 1 day
Takayama
9 hours
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.
FROM$315/ per group
Bonnie C.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Sake Sensations: an Exclusive Tasting with a Sommelier
Takayama
1 hour
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!
FROM$84/ per person
Mika S.
4.96 / 5
(26 reviews)
Popular Takayama Private Cars
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Day Tour between [Takayama and Shirakawago] with a Private Car -by Van (9 pax)
Takayama
4 hours
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.
FROM$678/ per group
TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(296 reviews)
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Day Tour between [Takayama and Shirakawago] with a Private Car -by Sedan (4 pax)
Takayama
4 hours
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.
FROM$549/ per group
TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(296 reviews)
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[Takayama] Day Tour with a Private Car -by Sedan (4 pax)
Takayama
3 hours
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.
FROM$318/ per group
TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(296 reviews)
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[Takayama] Day Tour with a Private Car -by Van (9 pax)
Takayama
3 hours
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.
FROM$422/ per group
TR Taxi
4.89 / 5
(296 reviews)
Takayama Tour Reviews
Ana margarida S.
5 / 5
Apr 22, 2025
“Yuichi is the best! Highly recommended”
YUICHI IS AMAZING, VERY KIND AND POLITE, VERY COMMUNICATIVE, SPEAKS MULTIPLE LANGUAGES AND HIS ENGLISH IS BRILLIANT. YUICHI SHARED SO MUCH OF JAPANESE CULTURE WITH US, DROVE THROUGH BEAUTIFUL PLACES WITH VERY SCENIC VIEWS. HE IS SO KNOWLEDGEABLE AND CLEVER, GAVE US A FULL EXPLANATION ABOUT SHIRAKAWA GO TRADITIONAL HOUSES AND ALSO TOOK US TO TAKAYAMA WICH IS EQUALY STUNNING. TOOK US TO AN IMPERIAL RYOKAN TEMPLE WICH WAS STUNNING. TALKED ABOUT HIS PASSION FOR TRAVELLING, GAVE US RESTAURANTS RECOMMENDATIONS, TALKED ABOUT THE PREVIOUS POLITICS DITACTURE AND THE NEW DEMOCRACY REGIME WHICH GAVE THEM A LOT OF FREEDOM. GAVE ME AN EXPLANATION ABOUT GEISHAS LIFE AND THEIR RULES. WE LEARNED SO MUCH. YUICHI IS FRIENDLY AND OPEN MINDED, ALSO EXPLAINED US ABOUT THE EXISTANCE OF SOME JAPANESE CULTS. WE HAD SO MUCH FUN... VERY EASY TALKING AND FUN. THANS A LOT, CAN NOT THANK YOU ENOUGH. YOU ARE AN AMAZING PERSON AND VERY PROFESSIONAL AND PUNCTUAL.
Yuichi W.
Hi Ana, I don't know how to thank you for such a warmest comment! Absolutely, it was a great honor for me to guide such a wonderful people as Sergio and you. In particular, I cannot help showing my respect to Sergio who made a fantastic decision in the middle of your journey. Besides, it was also fun for me to talk with you, two. On our way to each destination, I think I could provide you with recent interesting topics about Japan's society. Although I think I have to brush up my English, I'm so motivated by receiving such a warmest comment here from you. Please keep in touch. I'm looking forward to seeing you again in Toyama Pref. or somewhere in Europe!
J
John B.
5 / 5
Apr 10, 2025
“Shirakawago ”
We spent a fantastic day with Yoji visiting Shirakawago and Kanazawa. He is a great host and very knowledgeable about the area and its sites to visit. We highly recommend him.
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for such a great review on my tour and me. We were lucky that we could see cherry blossoms yesterday. It was raining this afternoon! I hope you took trains and get to Kyoto without any problems! It was great meeting you!
N
Nicholas T.
5 / 5
Feb 8, 2025
“Fantastic half-day walking tour!”
Lily has been a wonderful guide on our half-day tour of Takayama, explaining history, culture and interesting anecdotes at different places of attraction. She was always happy to answer our questions.She had the tour well-planned yet accommodated any deviations to the plan e.g when we wanted to take a detour. She also offered to take a lot of photos for us. At the end of the tour, she even gifted us a handmade good luck charm. Anyone would have a great time with her has a local guide. Thank you very much , Lily. ありがとうございましゅた!
Yuriko S.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review and comments! I'm so happy to read your warmhearted comments. Actually, it was so snowy day and very cold, but you were always smiley and looked happy. Also you listened to me so carefully and sometimes asked me some questions. Your kind attitude made me happy. Thank you for a wonderful snowy day in Takayama with both of you. Please enjoy winter season in Japan and please come to Japan in different season again. I hope to see you again! ありがとう〜！
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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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