Top 3 things to do in Takayama

Make your stay in Takayama complete with these things to do

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With Koki
City Kickstart Tour: Takayama
5 reviews
2 hours | City highlights tours | Takayama
Welcome to Takayama! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Takayama to start your city trip on the right foot.
€29.41 per person
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With Koki
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Takayama
5 reviews
3 hours | City highlights tours | Takayama
Want to see the best of Takayama? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Takayama!
€50 per person
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With Koki
The 10 Tastings of Takayama: Street Food
5 reviews
3 hours | Food tours | Takayama
Ready to taste the best food in Takayama? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Takayama.
€103 per person
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Travelers love our locals

Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

5.0
3 generations in Takayama
"We had a lovely tour with Koki as he was able to provide activities for a wide range of ages and abilities and even those of us who have visited before found new things to learn. I would always recommend a tour with a local a a way of getting to grips with a new place and a different culture."
MoiraAbout local KokiTakayama, October 19, 2024

5.0
Wonderful Experience with Koki!
"We loved learning about the area with Koki. He was knowledgeable and we really enjoyed our time with him and learning from him. He taught us so much about the town and the area. Highly recommend!"
Kassie + RickAbout local KokiTakayama, June 27, 2025

Things to do in Takayama

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Takayama has to offer

With Koki

City Kickstart Tour: Takayama

4.9

5 reviews

2 hours • City highlights tours

from €29.41 per person

With Koki

Highlights & Hidden Gems of Takayama

4.9

5 reviews

3 hours • City highlights tours

from €50 per person

The 10 Tastings of Takayama: Street Food

With Koki

The 10 Tastings of Takayama: Street Food

4.9

5 reviews

3 hours • Food tours

from €103 per person

Why is Withlocals the best place to buy a tour?

Private & Personal
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
Tailored to your wishes
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Chat before you book
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Travel that supports locals
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
Feel good about where your money goes
You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Trusted by millions
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Secure & flexible booking
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

Private & Personal

Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

Tailored to your wishes

From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

Chat before you book

Message your host directly to customize your experience.

Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

Travel that supports locals

Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

Feel good about where your money goes

You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

Trusted by millions

Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

Secure & flexible booking

Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

Real People. Real Stories. Really Good Travel.

Feel like a local, not a tourist

More you, less checklist

Travel that feels good