Kusakabe Folk Museum

Kusakabe Folk Museum, in Takayama’s old merchant district, preserves the former home of the wealthy Kusakabe family, rebuilt after an 1875 fire. The spacious wooden townhouse is known for its impressive beams, refined craftsmanship, and displays of everyday household items and local folk art. More than a typical museum, it offers a clear sense of how prosperous merchants lived in the Hida region. It’s a worthwhile stop for visitors interested in traditional architecture, local history, and the atmosphere of old Takayama.