Hida no Sato Folk Village Museum

🏛️ Museums · 高山市, 岐阜県 · ⭐ 4.5

Hida no Sato is a stunning open-air museum featuring traditional Gassho-zukuri thatched-roof houses relocated from the Hida region, offering an authentic glimpse into rural Japanese life from centuries past. Set against a beautiful mountain backdrop, the village allows visitors to explore well-preserved homes filled with traditional tools, exhibits, and detailed information about farming and craftsmanship. The peaceful atmosphere and photogenic scenery make it especially magical during winter illuminations and autumn foliage season.

Visitor Information

📍 Address

高山市, 岐阜県

🎟 Admission

¥700

🚉 Access

10 min by bus from Takayama Station

🕐 Hours

Fri	0830 – 1700
Mon	0830 – 1700
Sat	0830 – 1700
Sun	0830 – 1700
Thu	0830 – 1700
Tue	0830 – 1700
Wed	0830 – 1700

🔗 Official

Official Website

💡 Tips for Visitors

Purchase the bus and entrance ticket package (800 yen) in advance at Nohi Bus Station in Takayama, but note that evening illumination visits allow only 45 minutes to explore. Check bus schedules carefully as service is limited, with the last bus departing around 5:09pm. Visit during winter for beautiful snow scenery and special light-up events, or in autumn at sunset for stunning foliage views with fewer crowds than the more touristy Shirakawago village.