Experiences

A picture is worth a thousand words. Preserve precious moments into a series of everlasting wedding photos taken in the Japanese traditional town of timeless charms, Takayama. While both Japanese and Western wedding attires are available, you are more than welcome to bring your own traditional attires for the photoshoot. We customize this wedding photo plan to your preferences, from outfit combination choices like two sets of kimono in different colors, Japanese and Western attires, traditional clothing, and requests for specific locations in Takayama. Photoshoot locations feature well-known and loved sites in Hida Takayama, including its historical streetscapes, shrines, temples, and various buildings of the past fashioned from the master craftsmanship of Takayama carpenters. A guide will help you uncover the hidden gems of the area, further deepening your experience of your visit and photoshoot. This travel plan is highly recommended not just for newlyweds, but also for any couple looking to commemorate a special anniversary. Begin eternal memories of your wedded bliss right here, right now.

Introducing the world of green woodworking with natural and limitless potential of creativity. Fashion household items like spoons, butterknives, bowls and more from unseasoned wood recently harvested, as you learn about the strong bond between mountains and the people in the Hida region, and how it has shaped their life and work from the days of old. Take in the crisp scent of freshly shaved wood, and find enduring joy in creating a keepsake of your own making right in the heart of nature.

Introducing the world of green woodworking with natural and limitless potential of creativity. Visit the forest nearby the workshop and safely remove wood, then fashion household items like spoons, butterknives, bowls and more from recently harvested wood, as you learn about the strong bond between mountains and the people in the Hida region, and how it has shaped their life and work from the days of old. Take in the crisp scent of freshly shaved unseasoned wood, and find enduring joy in creating a keepsake of your own making right in the heart of nature. This Premium Course starts a visit at the forest nearby the workshop to safely remove wood, and includes a packed lunch.