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View Gallery- Takayama station (railroad station), 660m
1 minute walk from Giombashi Station on the Kumamoto City Tram. 8 minute walk from JR Kumamoto Station. 50 minutes by airport limousine bus from Kumamoto Airport. Get off at ANA Hotel. 25 minutes from Kumamoto IC on Kyushu Expressway.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.