Meet your guide at Hida-Furukawa Station and discover a quieter, more authentic side of the Hida region on this relaxed 90-minute walking tour.

Hida Furukawa shares much of its history and culture with nearby Takayama, yet the town has a very different atmosphere. While Takayama attracts visitors from around the world, Hida Furukawa remains quieter, slower-paced, and closely connected to everyday local life—making it an ideal place for travellers who want to experience a more authentic side of Japan.

Getting here is easy. Hida-Furukawa Station is just three train stops from Takayama Station, with the journey taking around 15–20 minutes.

Walk along the picturesque Setogawa Canal, lined with white-walled storehouses and traditional wooden townhouses, before exploring narrow backstreets and hidden lanes that many visitors miss. From spring through summer, you may also have the chance to feed the colourful carp swimming through the canal, one of the town’s most charming seasonal experiences.

Along the way, notice the small details that give Hida Furukawa its character—from wooden latticework and local shrines to scenes of everyday life. Your guide will share engaging stories about the town’s history, culture, architecture, and the waterways that helped shape the local community.

The tour moves at a comfortable pace, with plenty of time for photos, questions, and conversation.

Designed to show you both the highlights and hidden corners of Hida Furukawa in just 90 minutes, this experience is especially suited to travellers looking beyond the usual sightseeing route and hoping to discover a quieter, more authentic Japan.

The tour finishes in the historic town centre, within easy walking distance of Hida-Furukawa Station. After the tour, you are free to continue exploring local cafés, shops, sake breweries, and the peaceful streets at your own pace.