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Hida Folk Village (Hida no Sato)

飛騨の里

Kamiokamoto-cho, Takayama · near Takayama Station (Nohi Bus ~10 min)

Hida Folk Village (Hida no Sato) in Kamiokamoto-cho, Takayama. An open-air village of more than 30 relocated thatched Hida farmhouses set around a pond, where kids can step inside old homes, see irori hearths and try seasonal craft demonstrations.

Why children love it: An open-air village of more than 30 relocated thatched Hida farmhouses set around a pond, where kids can step inside old homes, see irori hearths and try seasonal craft demonstrations.

Honest drawbacks: It is spread over a hilly outdoor site that takes a fair bit of walking, and it is less exciting for children who prefer rides or hands-on play.

Best for
Toddlers (2–4), Primary (5–11), Teens (12–17)
Time to allow
1.5h
Opening hours
8:30-17:00 daily, year-round.
Price
Adults 700 yen, junior-high students 100 yen (children below junior-high free). Group rates for 20+. Parking 300 yen.
Booking
Usually walk-in
English
★★★☆☆
Indoor / weather
outdoor

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