What other travelers are saying about Takayama Jinya
This is a place that really worth a visit! We went because we wanted to fill our time in Takayama but it turns out to be one of the best museum experience I had in Japan. The place is really huge & there are many exhibits. Many efforts was also put into to ensure foreigners can enjoy the place too!
Nice place to visit. It was a former administrative bulding, they explain each room and its function. You have a one way route around the building and the rice store. Interesting if you like Japan’s history.
It is a fascinating historical site in Takayama. This well-preserved former government office from the Edo period offers a deep dive into Japan’s feudal past. The architecture and layout give insight into the administrative workings of the time, and the detailed exhibits help paint a picture of daily life and governance. Walking through the rooms and gardens, you can get a real sense of the history and culture that shaped the region. It's a must-visit for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in traditional Japanese administrative practices.
Takayama Jinya was a branch office of the Edo Bakufu (government) from 1692-1868 (a National historic site. It’s the only existing building of its kind in Japan.
The Japanese government had supreme power over the Japan nation during the Edo era (1603-1868) through 15 generations of the Tokugawa Shogun for 265 years in ancient Edo (today’s Tokyo).
A must see if you’re near Takayama!
