高山（たかやま）は、岐阜県北部に位置する市で、「飛騨高山（ひだたかやま）」とも呼ばれています。江戸時代の城下町の面影を残す美しい町並みや、伝統的な木造建築が魅力です。特に「古い町並み」として知られる三町（さんまち）地区は人気の観光スポットで、昔ながらの酒蔵や民芸品店が並びます。春と秋には「高山祭（たかやままつり）」が行われ、豪華な山車（だし）が町を練り歩く様子は圧巻です。飛騨牛が食べられる店も多く、グルメを楽しむ人にも人気です。また、国分寺や高山陣屋など、歴史的な建物も見どころのひとつです。
高山の町を歩いて回るには、半日程度は必要です。朝市を見ながら散策し、お昼に飛騨牛を味わい、古い町並みを満喫するとよいでしょう。
Takayama is a city located in the northern part of Gifu Prefecture, often referred to as Hida-Takayama. It is famous for its beautifully preserved old town, which retains the atmosphere of an Edo-period castle town. The Sanmachi district, known as the “Old Town,” is especially popular with visitors for its traditional wooden buildings, sake breweries, and folk craft shops. Takayama is also known for the Takayama Festival, held in spring and autumn, where elaborately decorated floats parade through the streets—a truly stunning sight. The city is also a great place to enjoy Hida beef, which is served at many restaurants. Historic landmarks such as Kokubunji Temple and Takayama Jinya also attract those interested in Japan’s cultural heritage.
To fully enjoy Takayama on foot, you should plan to spend at least half a day. Strolling through the morning markets, having Hida beef for lunch, and exploring the old town area makes for a perfect visit.
