Takayama is nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains. There are only two ways in and out, and to get there you take a slow train that winds through the mountains. Due to its isolation, the city has retained many old-style buildings and much of its original layout, and is therefore a great place to go to experience traditional Japan. The city also has many museums and a morning market. Click here for a great article about Takayama.
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Heather Meadows > A rickshaw "driver" stands next to a really neat tree in front of a traditional-style building in Takayama. Meanwhile, a group of tourists spoils my shot.
Heather Meadows > Tourists! Oh, and a neat traditional building. You can see Justin and Inoue-sensei off to the left. (Takayama)
Heather Meadows > A museum showcasing traditional architecture and interior design. (Takayama)
Heather Meadows > The courtyard garden of a museum showcasing traditional architecture and interior design. (Takayama)
Heather Meadows > A museum showcasing traditional architecture and interior design. I absolutely love tatami rooms. (Takayama)
Heather Meadows > Looking out the hallway windows into the courtyard garden of a museum showcasing traditional architecture and interior design. (Takayama)
Heather Meadows > Here's another interesting tree. Do you think they grow them that way on purpose? (...that was a joke.) (Takayama)
Heather Meadows > A map of Takayama, and pretty flowers!
Heather Meadows > The sign says "Oriental Medicine". This building is beautiful in its simplicity, and I love the little cars. (Takayama)
The courtyard garden of a museum showcasing traditional architecture and interior design. (Takayama)
> The courtyard garden of a museum showcasing traditional architecture and interior design. (Takayama)
The courtyard garden of a museum showcasing traditional architecture and interior design. (Takayama)
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