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๐ Hida Takayama, nestled in the Chubu region of central Japan, still preserves the ancient streets of the Edo period, featuring iconic festivals like the Takayama Festival, Hida Beef, and Miyagawa Morning Market. ๐ฎ ๐ฐ Takayama boasts the Takayama Jinya, Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall, Sanmachi Street, and Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine. Simply strolling through the deserted streets is a joy. ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ถโโ๏ธ ๐ Takayama Jinya: This is the oldest surviving feudal government office in Japan. If you're a history buff, don't miss it. Admission fee required. ๐๏ธ ๐ฒ Hie Shrine: The inspiration for Your Name, it perfectly recreates several scenes from the animation. ๐ฌ ๐ฏ Hida Kokubunji Temple: The oldest temple in Takayama, housing some important cultural relics. ๐ฟ ๐ก Takayama Old Architecture Area: The pedestrian street is lined with ancient machiya buildings. Watching the crowds hustle and bustle in the old town, it feels like stepping back into the Edo period. ๐ ๐ข Food ๐ข ๐ Miyagawa Morning Market: Get up early and explore one of Japan's three major morning markets, with about 20 shops offering delicious snacks. ๐ข ๐ฅฉ Hida Beef, including Hida Beef skewers, Hida Beef hotpot, and various other Hida Beef dishes. ๐ ๐ฃ Hida Beef Sushi: This is the essence, unforgettable with just one bite. ๐ฃ ๐ฎ Hida Beef Street: The place to savor all kinds of Hida Beef dishes. Local beef must be paired with local sake for a fresh taste. ๐ถ ๐๏ธ Shangri-La ๐๏ธ ๐๏ธ Shangri-La in its snow-melt season is still breathtakingly beautiful. The most attractive feature of Shangri-La is the summer nature, with blue skies, white clouds, and the beauty of the Alps all in view. The water is crystal clear and clean, and along the way, you'll see many wild monkeys, indicating excellent ecological protection. ๐๐ฟ #HikingRouteRecommendations ๐๏ธ #MyTravelDiary ๐ #SceneryOnTheJourney ๐ #HidaTakayama ๐ฎ #ShangriLa ๐๏ธ #JapanOffTheBeatenPath ๐บ๏ธ
