Cities Near Takayama
Cities near Takayama, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Nanto-shi, Toyama, Shiojiri. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Takayama, Japan is Nanto-shi, about 36 mi (57 km) away — roughly 1 hr 4 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanto-shi | 36 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Toyama | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shiojiri | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Matsumoto | 41 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Takaoka | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ina | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Matsutō | 46 mi / 75 km | 1 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Minokamo | 47 mi / 75 km | 1 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nakatsugawa | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Komatsu | 48 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Takayama
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Nanto-shi, Toyama, Shiojiri, Matsumoto, Takaoka. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Takayama include Nanto-shi, Toyama, Shiojiri, Matsumoto, Takaoka. The closest is Nanto-shi, about 36 miles (57 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.