The Best Restaurants for Local Cuisine in Hida Takayama
Update-Date: Apr 30, 2025
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1. Hidatakayama Hidagyu Hidakisetsuryori Sakana

Here you can enjoy different local specialties from Hida according to the season. Fragrant wild plants in spring, lively freshwater fish in summer, natural mushrooms in fall, and in winter you'll be able to savor wild game carefully selected from a trusted hunter from the matagi hunting community. As for Hida Beef, they only use A5 rank.


Hidatakayama Hidagyu Hidakisetsuryori Sakana
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 Map
2. HIDATAKAYAMA MEAT


HIDATAKAYAMA MEAT
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 Map
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3. Honkaku Edomae Zushi Matsuki Sushi

Almost equidistant from the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean, Hida Takayama is also known for its fresh seafood. Head here to stuff your cheeks with delicious sushi prepared with seasonal fish directly delivered from Toyama, Kanazawa, Nagoya, and Hamamatsu.


Honkaku Edomae Zushi Matsuki Sushi
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5 minute walk from Takayama station.
Address: 1-40 Sowa-machi, Takayama, Gifu (Map)
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4. Jukusei Hidagyu Yakiniku GYU-SUKE


The restaurant's sophisticated and extraordinary atmosphere is spacious, seating approximately 100 people, and there are two VIP rooms on the second floor. Equipped with a new smokeless roaster, there's no need to worry about odors tainting your clothes. The restaurant also offers a comprehensive selection of approximately 500 carefully selected wines. Enjoy a sophisticated moment with Hida beef and wine.
Jukusei Hidagyu Yakiniku GYU-SUKE
Closed: Monday,Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from JR Takayama Station
Address: 5-20-3, Hanasato-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu Map
5. Hidagyu Sukiyaki Nakabashi Wakachiya


The restaurant is located right next to Nakahashi, a popular tourist spot. The first floor is a bright space with a white theme, while the second floor is a more tranquil space with a black theme. The Takayama wood used in the restaurant creates a warm atmosphere. Drinks are also sourced from throughout the prefecture, including Hida Takayama's local beer and sake, local tea, and lemoncello.
Hidagyu Sukiyaki Nakabashi Wakachiya
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 Map
6. Shiki No Gochisou Mitsuiwa


All seating is in private rooms, ensuring a special moment with your loved one. The restaurant can accommodate from two to a maximum of 23 people. The purely Japanese-style space, reminiscent of a traditional Japanese inn, allows you to fully experience the Japanese atmosphere. Enjoy a relaxing time savoring a variety of high-quality dishes with your partner, family, or friends.
Shiki No Gochisou Mitsuiwa
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 4 minute walk from JR Takayama station. For drivers, get off at the Takayama interchange on the Tokai Hokuriku Expressway.
Address: 1-14-6 Hanaoka-machi Takayama, Gifu Map
7. Hidagyu Tabedokoro Tengu


The restaurant has a modern Japanese atmosphere with a black theme. Flowers are displayed throughout the restaurant, enhancing the guests' mood. In addition to table seating and sunken kotatsu seating, there is also semi-private tatami seating, allowing you to dine with family and friends without worrying about others. After a stroll through the beautiful, ancient streets of Hida Takayama, this is the place to relax and enjoy delicious Hida beef.
Hidagyu Tabedokoro Tengu
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 Map
8. MATSUKIUSHI


All seats are crafted from horse chestnut, allowing you to relax and unwind surrounded by the warmth of the wood. The restaurant offers counter seating, table seating, and private rooms that can seat up to six. Don't miss the spiny lobster and crabs in the aquarium near the entrance. In this relaxing atmosphere, you can savor exquisite Hida beef and seafood along with delicious Hida sake and wine.
MATSUKIUSHI
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,200 JPY
Access: It's 222m from Takayama Station
Address: 1-17, Hanaoka-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu Map
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9. Aji no YOHEI


The striking wood-based exterior blends seamlessly into the landscape of the old town. Run by a brewery with over 200 years of history, the restaurant offers a selection of local sakes to sample by the glass. Hospitality is also highly valued, and the attentive service of the staff is another attraction. This restaurant is sure to add to your wonderful memories of Hida Takayama.
Aji no YOHEI
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 30-minute from Takayama Interchange
Address: 7, Kamininomachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu Map
10. Steak House Kitchen Hida


Tables are spaciously arranged on the first floor, allowing you to dine in peace. There are large and small party rooms on the second floor. English-speaking staff are available, and an English menu is also available, so you can rest assured. You can also purchase original products in the shop at the entrance, so why not take a look after your meal?
Steak House Kitchen Hida
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,500 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from Takayama Station, Takayama Main Line
Address: 1-66 Hommachi, Takayama , Gifu Map
11. Dining Bar YZ


The restaurant has a counter with six seats and four tables. The interior is simple, with a white theme, and the lights are dimmed after 9 p.m., creating a more mature atmosphere. On weekends, the restaurant is open until 1 a.m. the following day, making it a great place to stop by for a drink or dessert after your meal.
Dining Bar YZ
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 5 minute walk from JR Takayama Station
Address: Hana Bldg. 1F, 2-9 Hanakawa-cho, Takayama, Gifu Map
12. Honba No Aji Maruaki


The restaurant is spacious and comfortable. Built-in stoves are installed in the tables, allowing you to enjoy a pleasant time eating meat with family and friends. The warm lighting and brown chairs and tables create a relaxing atmosphere. Even within the famous tourist destination of Hida Takayama, this restaurant is particularly popular with foreign tourists.
Honba No Aji Maruaki
Closed: None
Average price: -
Access: 5 minute walk from JR Takayama station. 20 minutes by car from the Hida-Takayama interchange.
Address: 6-8 Tenman-machi Takayama, Gifu Map
13. Hidatakayama Hida-Gyu Kyodo-ryori Shusai


The interior of the restaurant was designed by a world-renowned plasterer. It has a modern atmosphere, yet is a relaxing and soothing space. They have a wide selection of Hida Takayama's local sake. Enjoy a tasting and comparison session and you'll feel like you're on a sake brewery tour. This is a restaurant where you can fully enjoy the delicious food and sake of Hida Takayama.
Hidatakayama Hida-Gyu Kyodo-ryori Shusai
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,200 JPY / [Lunch] 1,600 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from JR Takayama Station on JR Takayama Main Line.
Address: 6-9-8 Hanasato-machi, Takayama, Gifu Map
14. Miyabi An

Served in a Japanese-style interior, this restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine and [Hand-Pulled Soba] made with buckwheat flour. They freshly prepare the flour by milling buckwheat seeds produced in Hida Shokawa with a mortar. Aside from soba, the menu offers many other dishes that enhance the original flavor of seasonal ingredients to the fullest.


Miyabi An
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
Access: 20 minute walk from Takayama station. Go straight on Chuo street right in front of the station, and turn onto Miyakawa. It is just past the Hirata memorial museum.
Address: 65-4 Kaminino-machi, Takayama, Gifu (Map)
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15. Enbee

Consisting of Hida Beef and vegetables stewed together in a soup made from fragrant magnolia leaves and Takayama miso, the [Hida Beef and Magnolia Leaf Miso Yaki] is the dish most representative of Hida Takayama's cuisine. Pair it with one of the many local sake (Japanese alcohol) and beer from Hida Takayama available on the menu.


Enbee
Closed: Sunday
*If Monday is a national holiday, it will be open on Sunday and closed on Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY *Courses from 3,500 JPY
Access: Located in the city center of Takayama. Head north from Kokubunji Street and you'll find it immediately.
Address: 23, Asahi-machi, Takayama-shi, Gifu Map
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