Update-date: Dec 02 2024
Surrounded by mountains, the verdant Hida region in Gifu Prefecture is the homeland of the renowned brand of Wagyu beef, Hida Beef. The marbling of Hida Beef, resembling a net, and its richly flavorful meat quality are so delicious that once someone tries it, they become hooked. With its traditional streetscapes still intact, and many attractions such as the old government offices and morning markets, why not taste Hida Beef as a memorable part of your visit to Hida Takayama?
Hidagyu Sukiyaki Nakabashi Wakachiya
Enjoy the highest grade Hida beef while admiring the scenery of Hida Takayama
Located just a 13-minute walk from Takayama Station, Nakahashi Wakachiya offers various cooking methods to savor A5 grade Hida beef. The "Supreme A5 Grade Hida Beef Sirloin Shabu-shabu" allows guests to enjoy the simple taste of Hida beef's umami. The "Supreme A5 Grade Hida Beef Sirloin Sukiyaki", enjoyed with homemade sukiyaki sauce, harmonizes exquisitely with 'Yamada Poultry Momiji Eggs'.
The restaurant located right beside the famous Nakabashi bridge extensively uses timber from Takayama. The first floor, dominated by white, offers a bright space that feels both welcoming and warm. The second floor is styled in black, creating a chic and serene atmosphere. The view from the windows is also full of charm. Guests can fully enjoy Hida Takayama through various elements such as Hida Shunkei lacquered ware and local sake.
Hidagyu Sukiyaki Nakabashi Wakachiya
Open: 10:30 am - 7:00 pm (L.O. 6:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 13-minute walk from Takayama Station toward the old town. It is located in a building by the river near the red bridge called "Nakabashi."
Address: 88, Katahara-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 13-minute walk from Takayama Station toward the old town. It is located in a building by the river near the red bridge called "Nakabashi."
Address: 88, Katahara-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
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Aji no YOHEI
Enjoying the food culture of Hida Takayama and comparing local sake
Aji no YOHEI, operated by a brewery with over 200 years of history, is located a 15-minute walk from Takayama Station. Visitors can enjoy local Takayama ingredients, including Hida beef. The "Hida Beef Hida Soba Set Meal" offers a taste of Hida Takayama's food culture with dishes such as Hida beef teppanyaki and Hida soba. The "Hida Beef Sukiyaki Set Meal," enhanced with a special broth that adds flavor and richness to the miso, highlights the deliciousness of the meat and is not to be missed.
The restaurant is located near Takayama Jinya and Miyagawa, in an area where the old-fashioned streetscape still remains. As one enters through the charming entrance that blends into the scenery, a calm Japanese-style space unfolds. Relax and enjoy the local Takayama cuisine that focuses on locally sourced ingredients. Also, pay attention to the unique lineup of sake from the brewery. Tasting comparisons in mini glasses are recommended.
Aji no YOHEI
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 30-minute from Takayama Interchange
Address: 7, Kamininomachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 30-minute from Takayama Interchange
Address: 7, Kamininomachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
Hidagyu Tabedokoro Tengu
Enjoy the finest Hida beef at a restaurant directly managed by a long-established butcher shop
Located just a 10-minute walk from Takayama Station, Tengu is a dining establishment directly operated by a butcher shop founded in 1927. They specialize in Hida beef, carefully selecting A5 grade female cows raised in the rich nature of Gifu Prefecture. Their Hida beef, purchased whole, can be enjoyed with less fat and a refreshing taste. The "Hida Beef Meshiyaki" is a dish served with a ponzu-based original sauce, making it a delightful complement to rice.
The restaurant is adorned with flowers throughout and features a modern Japanese interior, creating an open and stylish atmosphere. There are table seats and sunken kotatsu-style seating areas where guests can relax and enjoy their meals comfortably. The restaurant also offers semi-private rooms ideal for families and groups, allowing them to spend time without worrying about their surroundings. It is also welcoming to solo travelers, making it a recommended restaurant for those traveling alone.
Hidagyu Tabedokoro Tengu
Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from Takayama station on JR Takayama Main line. Located close to Ikadabashi bridge.
Address: 1-21, Honmachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
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Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from Takayama station on JR Takayama Main line. Located close to Ikadabashi bridge.
Address: 1-21, Honmachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
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HIDATAKAYAMA MEAT
Enjoy luxurious Hida beef in the charming building of a former art museum
Located just a 10-minute walk from Takayama Station, HIDATAKAYAMA MEAT offers a dining experience that fully embraces the local flavors of Hida Takayama, with Hida beef as the main ingredient. The recommended dish is the "Hida Beef Steak Donburi", which uses tender thigh meat densely packed together and Gifu Prefecture's rice 'Inochi no Ichi'. The harmony of the succulent meat and the special sauce is simply irresistible.
The restaurant, nestled in a corner of the old town that still remains, is housed in a building that was once used as an art museum and has been renovated for its current use. The exterior has been largely preserved to match the town's landscape. The interior is designed in a Japanese modern style, creating a sophisticated atmosphere. Enjoy a luxurious moment indulging in Hida beef while appreciating the ambiance of the castle town through the windows.
HIDATAKAYAMA MEAT
Open: [Monday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm)
Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Average price: [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 13-minute walk from the East Exit of Takayama Station towards the old town area
Address: 69, Kamisanno-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
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Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Average price: [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 13-minute walk from the East Exit of Takayama Station towards the old town area
Address: 69, Kamisanno-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
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Hidatakayama Hidagyu Hidakisetsuryori Sakana
Savor the natural ingredients from Hida, personally sourced by the restaurant owner
Located about a 10-minute drive from Takayama Station, Hida Takayama Hida Beef Hida Seasonal Cuisine Sakana is a restaurant where one can savor the seasonal dishes of Hida. The owner personally ventures into the mountains and rivers to gather seasonal ingredients such as wild vegetables, mushrooms, and stream fish. These freshly harvested blessings of Hida are used abundantly in cooking. The "Hida Beef Cuisine Enjoyment Course," which selects only the highest grade A5 rank, allows one to fully enjoy Hida beef prepared through various cooking methods.
The restaurant, located on a high plateau, boasts a luxurious traditional Japanese ambiance. During the day, one can enjoy views of the Northern Alps mountain range, while at night, the city lights of Takayama are visible. The detached building, styled like an old country house and named 'Rakumian', offers a serene atmosphere suitable for an adult's hideaway. It is a space where one can fully enjoy the leisurely pace of the countryside. The restaurant operates on a reservation-only basis both day and night, providing a luxurious time to relax and savor seasonal flavors.
Hidatakayama Hidagyu Hidakisetsuryori Sakana
Open: Lunch 12:00 - 15:00 / Dinner 17:30 - 22:00
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
Access: An 8-minute drive from Takayama station. An 8-minute drive from Takayama Interchange. A 3-minute walk from the Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
Address: 1126-1 Echigomachi, Takayama, Gifu
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
Access: An 8-minute drive from Takayama station. An 8-minute drive from Takayama Interchange. A 3-minute walk from the Hotel Associa Takayama Resort.
Address: 1126-1 Echigomachi, Takayama, Gifu
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
