The Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine that hosts the famous Takayama Festival in spring and autumn. This shrine, adorned with cherry blossoms in the spring, plays a central role in the cultural life of Takayama and is a must-see for visitors to the region.
- Nearest Airport: The closest major airport is Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) in Nagoya. From Nagoya, you can take a train or bus to Takayama.
- From Tokyo: Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen to Nagoya Station, then transfer to the JR Hida Limited Express to reach Takayama Station. The journey takes about 4.5 hours.
- From Osaka: Board the JR Tokaido Shinkansen to Nagoya Station, and then switch to the JR Hida Limited Express for Takayama Station. The entire trip takes approximately 4 hours.
- Direct Buses: There are highway buses connecting Takayama with various cities, including Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya.
- Upon arriving at Takayama Station, the shrine is a 15 to 20-minute walk. Head north towards the Shiroyama park area, following the signs to the shrine.
- The Takayama Festival, which takes place in spring (April 14th and 15th) and autumn (October 9th and 10th), is incredibly popular, so booking accommodations in advance is highly recommended.
- Wear comfortable shoes as the area around the shrine includes uphill pathways and possibly steps.
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