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Takaoka / Discover the charm of metalworking

Best month

April

Dragon performances at the Takaochujo Seiryu Festival.

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january

Visit the Takaoka Winter Festival and see the huge snow sculptures! ❄️🎉

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february

Experience the stunning cherry blossom season at Takaoka Castle Park. 🌸🏯

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march

Enjoy the blooming early cherry blossoms at the tranquil Keta Shrine. 🌸🙏

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april

Attend the Takaochujo Seiryu Festival and see dragon performances! 🐉🎭

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may

Take part in the Takaoka Mikurumayama Festival and see gorgeously decorated floats. 🎉🎈

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june

Watch the Takaoka-shi Battle Festival, where locals reenact ancient battles. ⚔️🛡️

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july

Beat the summer heat and unwind at the beautiful Himi Seaside Park. 🏖️🌊

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august

Experience the magic of the Toyama Gairai Fireworks Festival. 🎆🎇

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september

Enjoy the rich autumn colors of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. 🍂🏔️

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october

Participate in the Kuronagi Fureai Festival and enjoy traditional dances and music. 🎶🎵

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november

Visit the elegant Takaoka Daibutsu, a 16-meter buddha statue. 🙏🏛️

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december

Experience the Taiko drum performances at the Sanmachi Suji district. 🥁🎉

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Takaoka is decent with a mix of local markets and modern malls but prices might be higher than expected for some goods.

Try local street food for a reasonable meal and visit the souvenir shops for affordable gifts.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

To visit historical sites

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

To visit historical sites

Takaoka is a small city, so a short visit is enough to explore the main attractions.

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internet situation

great Speed

Fast fiber-optic connections

excellent Availability

High-speed internet available in most locations

great Cellular

Good coverage from major carriers

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Well-designed walkways

LGBTQ tolerated

Neutral

Cat-lovers will be claw-some crazy for the abundance of cat statues weaving throughout the streets of this charming city!

Feline fans can also get their paws on unique cat-themed souvenirs and even visit a cat cafe!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Takaoka Art Museum
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Kanayamachi
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Takaoka Daibutsu
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Takaoka Castle Remains Park
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Zuiryu-ji Temple

The mainstream

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Takaoka Art Museum

A furr-tastic museum with an impressive collection of sculptures, paintings, and ceramics, including a purr-manent exhibition of Shoji Hamada.

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Kanayamachi

A charming district with traditional houses and shops, where cats roam freely and the cat-nip souvenirs are paw-some.

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Takaoka Daibutsu

A colossal Buddha statue standing at 15 meters tall, with the cutest cat paw prints leading up to it.

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Takaoka Castle Remains Park

Historical site of a castle built in 1609, now a park with cherry blossoms and a cat-napping spot by the river.

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Zuiryu-ji Temple

A stunning temple adorned with intricate wood carvings, located at the foot of Mount Imizu. Purr-fect for cat-exploration!

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Off the beaten path

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Takaoka Castle Park
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Fukumitsu Shuzo Sake Brewery
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Takaoka Daibutsu
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Kanayamachi Street
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Shoko-ji Temple

Off the beaten path

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Takaoka Castle Park

A reconstructed castle with majestic stone walls and a panoramic view of the city. Meowgnificent for a historical adventure.

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Fukumitsu Shuzo Sake Brewery

A cozy brewery with a long history and delicious sake tastings. Furbulous for a sake lover's tour.

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Takaoka Daibutsu

A towering bronze Buddha statue in a serene park. Clawsome for a spiritual retreat and photo op.

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Kanayamachi Street

A charming traditional street with quaint shops selling local crafts and snacks. Purrrfect for souvenir hunting.

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Shoko-ji Temple

A peaceful temple with a stunning garden and beautiful wooden architecture. Meowvelous for a relaxing stroll.

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Well-designed walkways

LGBTQ tolerated

Neutral

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit Zuiryu-ji Temple

This temple houses several national treasures, including a gold leaf-covered statue of Buddha. Cats will enjoy the peaceful Zen garden and the intricate wooden architecture.

Try the local 'masu-zushi'

A specialty of the region, this sushi is served in a wooden box (masu) with a lid. Cats will appreciate the fresh seafood and unique presentation.

Watch a traditional metal casting demonstration

Takaoka is known for its copperware production. Visitors can watch skilled craftsmen create intricate designs with hot molten metal. Cats will be fascinated by the glowing liquid and the hammering sounds.

Visit the Takaoka Daibutsu

At 16 meters tall, this bronze statue of Buddha is one of the largest in Japan. Cats will enjoy the peaceful park setting and the view from the top of the statue.

Useful external sites

www.kurobe-tourism.jp/takaoka

Takaoka City Official Tourism Site↗

Official tourism site for Takaoka, featuring information on accommodations, dining, and attractions.

www.japan-guide.com/e/e4326.html

Japan Guide: Takaoka↗

A comprehensive travel guide to Takaoka with information on attractions, transportation, and accommodations.

www.takaoka-machinami.jp/en

Takaoka Machinami Museum↗

Official website for the Takaoka Machinami Museum, which showcases the city's traditional architecture and culture.

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