Hida Folk Village

Hida Folk Village is an open-air museum on the outskirts of Takayama that preserves traditional farmhouses and everyday life from the Hida region. Its main draw is a collection of historic thatched-roof homes, many relocated from mountain villages and carefully restored. Visitors can walk between the buildings, see exhibits on local crafts and rural life, and get a sense of how communities adapted to heavy snowfall and a harsh climate. It’s a worthwhile stop for travelers interested in architecture, history, and a quieter complement to Takayama’s old town.