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Current weather and clothing

The weather information shown here is the information closest to the station in question. Please note that there may be slight differences.

Yearly temperature changes and recommended clothing

Clothing recommendations for each temperature range

When traveling in Japan with the following average temperatures, the recommended clothing is as follows:

Monthly changes in temperature, precipitation, and snowfall (1991~2020 average, Japan Meteorological Agency survey)

Winter

December

December is a cold and snowy month, with an average temperature of 1.6°C. The weather is generally cloudy with frequent snowfall, with an average precipitation of 104.4 mm. It is recommended to wear warm and waterproof clothing such as down jackets, thick sweaters, and warm pants for men and women. Women can also wear boots and a warm hat.

January

January is the coldest month of the year in Takayama Station. The average temperature is -1.2°C. Snowfall is common in January, and it is often accompanied by strong winds. The average precipitation in January is 101.9 mm. The days are short, with only around 9 hours of daylight.

If you’re planning to visit Takayama Station in January, make sure to bring plenty of warm clothes, including a thick coat, gloves, a hat, and a scarf. Layering is key to stay warm, so bring clothes that can be easily layered on top of each other. Warm boots with good traction are recommended as well.

February

In February, the average temperature in Takayama Station is -0.6°C, which is slightly warmer than January. However, it is still a very cold month, and snowfall is common. The average precipitation in February is 93.5 mm.

Similar to January, warm clothing is essential for February. Make sure to bring a thick coat, a hat, gloves, and a scarf. Layering is key to stay warm, so bring clothes that can be easily layered on top of each other. Warm boots with good traction are recommended as well.

Spring

March

March is still a cold month in Takayama Station, but it marks the transition to spring. The average temperature in March is 3.4°C. Snowfall is still possible in March, but it is less common. The average precipitation in March is 122.5 mm.

If you’re visiting Takayama Station in March, bring warm clothing, including a coat, gloves, a hat, and a scarf. However, you may not need to bring as many layers as in January or February. You should also bring some lighter clothes for when the temperature starts to warm up during the day. Warm boots with good traction are still recommended.

April

April marks the beginning of spring in Takayama Station. The average temperature in April is 9.7°C. April is a relatively dry month, with an average precipitation of 123.9 mm.

In April, you can start to wear lighter clothes, such as a light jacket or sweater, during the day. However, make sure to bring a warmer coat for the colder nights. Comfortable shoes for walking are recommended.

May

May is a pleasant month in Takayama Station. The average temperature is 15.6°C, and the days start to get longer. May is a relatively dry month, with an average precipitation of 125.2 mm.

If you’re visiting Takayama Station in May, bring light and comfortable clothes for the daytime, such as a t-shirt, shorts, or a skirt. However, make sure to bring a warmer layer for the cooler nights. Comfortable shoes for walking are still recommended.

Summer

June

June in Takayama Station is a warm and humid month; the average temperature in June is 19.7°C. June is a rainy month, with an average rainfall of 170.4 mm.

If you plan to visit Takayama Station in June, pack light and breathable clothing. However, the mornings and evenings can be cold, so bring a light jacket that can be layered. An umbrella is essential.

July

July is one of the warmest months in Takayama, with an average temperature of 23.5°C. The weather is generally sunny, but there is a chance of rain, with an average precipitation of 260.9 mm. It is recommended to wear light clothing such as T-shirts and shorts for men and women. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are also recommended.

August

August is the hottest month of the year in Takayama, with an average temperature of 24.4°C. It is also a rainy month, with an average precipitation of 197.9 mm. The weather is generally hot and humid, so it is recommended to wear light and breathable clothing, such as cotton T-shirts and shorts. Women can wear sundresses, while men can wear linen shirts and pants. It is important to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.

Autumn

September

September is a comfortable and mild month, with an average temperature of 20°C. The weather is generally sunny with a few occasional rain showers, with an average precipitation of 225.9 mm. It is recommended to wear light clothing such as long-sleeved shirts and pants for men and women, as well as a light jacket or cardigan for cooler evenings.

October

October is a cool and comfortable month, with an average temperature of 13.5°C. The weather is generally sunny with a few occasional rain showers, with an average precipitation of 155.5 mm. It is recommended to wear warm clothing such as long-sleeved shirts, sweaters, and jackets for men and women. Women can also wear tights or leggings with skirts or dresses.

November

November is a chilly and dry month, with an average temperature of 7.1°C. The weather is generally sunny with a few occasional snow flurries, with an average precipitation of 94.4 mm. It is recommended to wear warm clothing such as sweaters, jackets, and warm pants for men and women. Women can also wear scarves and gloves.

Recommended tourist destinations

The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture
A farming village with thatched-roof villages known as gassho-zukuri, which have been recognized as a World Heritage site. The area is crowded with tourists as a place where one can feel the original landscape of Japan. A panoramic view of the village can be seen from the Hagicho Castle Ruins Observatory. Some Gassho-zukuri houses can be viewed inside, including the Wada House, which is a National Important Cultural Property.

Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato)

1-590 Kamiokamotomachi, Takayama 506-0055 Gifu Prefecture
Hida Takayama’s village museum “Hida-no-sato” is a reconstruction of a valuable old Hida minka, including a gassho-zukuri style house, and recreates nostalgic farm village life and seasonal events that have been handed down in Hida from the olden days. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of hands-on crafts.

Sanmachi Suji

44 Kamisannomachi, Takayama 506-0846 Gifu Prefecture
A row of Edo period machiya townhouses east of the Miya River. Long-established sake breweries, miso warehouses, and print stores line the streets. There are also many restaurants where you can enjoy local delicacies such as Mitarashi dumplings and Hida beef.

Gero Onsen

Yunoshima, Gero 509-2207 Gifu Prefecture
Gero Onsen is one of the most famous hot spring resorts in Japan. It is also called the “hot spring of beauty” because of its alkaline nature and soft texture. In addition to the open-air hot springs on the riverbed, there are also footbaths, allowing visitors to enjoy the hot springs in a variety of ways.

Shin-Hotaka Ropeway

Okuhidaonsengo Kansaka, Shinhodaka, Takayama 506-1421 Gifu Prefecture
The only gondola in Japan to have a double-decker gondola with a total length of approximately 3,200 m. From the observation platform at Nishi-Hotakaguchi Station, visitors can enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the mountains of the Northern Alps, including Mt.

Takayama Jinya

1-5 Hachikemmachi, Takayama 506-0012 Gifu Prefecture
This is the place where deputy officials held their offices during the Edo period. The 49-mat hall used for important ceremonies, the office, the tea ceremony room, and the kitchen have been recreated as they were in those days. A morning market is also held in front of the camp.

Takayama Showa Museum

6 Shimo Ichinomachi, Takayama 506-0843 Gifu Prefecture
Inside the museum, a retro townscape from the 1950s is reproduced. At the entrance, there is an old-fashioned candy shop, and as you enter the back of the museum, a midget (three-wheeled automobile) is displayed in the front. Along the street are a barbershop, a photo studio, and a general store, where visitors can enjoy seeing and touching Japanese Showa culture. Visitors can also shop at a candy shop.

Hida Kokubun-ji Temple

1-83 Sowamachi, Takayama 506-0007 Gifu Prefecture
This historical temple was built in 746 by an imperial order of Emperor Shomu. Within the temple grounds, there is a statue of Yakushi Nyorai, an important cultural property. In addition, there is a large gingko tree that is over 1,200 years old, which attracts many tourists who come to take pictures of the gingko tree, the temple, and the three-story pagoda in the fall.

Norikura Summit Tatamidaira(Norikura Skyline)

Nyuukawacho Iwaitani Mt. Norikura, Takayama 506-2254 Gifu Prefecture
A sightseeing mountain road running along the border with Nagano Prefecture. To protect the nature, general vehicles are not allowed to drive on the road, so a shuttle bus will take you to a grassland in the mountainous area at an altitude of 2,700 m. The road has a walking trail in the vicinity, where you can enjoy a long hike through alpine flora. There are well-maintained walking trails in the vicinity, allowing visitors to enjoy hiking while viewing alpine flora for a long time.

Great Limestone Cave of Hida and Ohashi Collection Museum

1147 Nyukawacho Hiyomo, Takayama 506-2256 Gifu Prefecture
The cave is approximately 800 meters long and is divided into three areas. This area is said to have been the sea 250 million years ago, and visitors can see rare stalactites. The caves are illuminated, allowing visitors to walk around and admire the powerful stalactites in a fantastic atmosphere.

Where to leave your luggage

The coin lockers at Takayama Station are located at the right side of the ticket gate, down the stairs, and further to the right when you exit the station. The large space is marked by the words “COIN LOCKER” and an icon.
On the left side of the east exit of Takayama Station is the bus center of the Nouhi Bus Company, where coin lockers are also located.

Recommended hotels and inns

TOKYU STAY Hida-Takayama Musubi no Yu

4-301 Hanasatomachi, Takayama 506-0026 Gifu Prefecture
1-minute walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style: Business

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Oyado Koto no Yume

6-11 Hanasatomachi, Takayama 506-0026 Gifu Prefecture
3-minutes walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style:Historic Hotel , Charming

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Ryokan Tanabe

58 Aioi-cho, Takayama 506-0014 Gifu Prefecture
6-minutes walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style:Historic Hotel , Charming

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Takayama Green Hotel

2-180 Nishinoisshikimachi, Takayama 506-0031 Gifu Prefecture
7-minutes walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style:Mid-range , Quiet

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Hotel Associa Takayama Resort

1134 Echigocho, Takayama 506-0033 Gifu Prefecture
1.3mi/2.1km from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style: Mountain View , Quiet

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Hidatei Hanaougi

411-1 Honobu-cho, Takayama 506-0003 Gifu Prefecture
1.4mi/2.3km from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 4
Hotel style: Classic , Charming

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Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan

1-5 Hommachi, Takayama 506-0011 Gifu Prefecture
9-minutes walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 3.5
Hotel style:River View , Great View

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Spa Hotel Alpina Hidatakayama

5-41 Nadamachi, Takayama 506-0021 Gifu Prefecture
4-minutes walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 3
Hotel style: Modern , Centrally Located

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Wat Hotel& Spa Hida Takayama

3 39 1 Hanasato Cho, Takayama 506-0026 Gifu Prefecture
6-minutes walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: 3
Hotel style: Modern , Family

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Hotel Wood Takayama

80-2 Kamininomachi, Takayama 506-0845 Gifu Prefecture
11-minutes walk from Takayama Station
Hotel class: (new)
Hotel style: Business , Charming

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