Takayama is located in the heart of the Japan Alps and used to be a castle town. Today, it is known as a "little Kyoto" for its gridiron street plan and beautiful and well preserved historic wooden buildings.  
Here is what you should see: https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Takayama/

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