5 Recommended Izakayas and Dinner Spots in Hida Takayama! The “Dekonaru Yokocho” Food Stall Village

Hida Takayama is a popular tourist destination known for its World Heritage-listed gassho-style houses of Shirakawa-go and the charming old town. Among its attractions, the rapidly popularizing food spot in Takayama City, “Dekonaru Yokocho,” is a must-visit.

Wondering what “Dekonaru Yokocho” in Hida Takayama is like? Looking for a delightful dinner spot during your visit to Hida Takayama? Interested in casual izakayas in Takayama? We’ll introduce how to get to and what to find at Dekonaru Yokocho. If you’re curious about it, please refer to this guide.

What is “Dekonaru Yokocho”?

“Dekonaru Yokocho” is a stall village in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. About 20 stores line up here, offering local gourmet food from sushi, dumplings, tempura, Italian cuisine, Takayama ramen to izakayas. There’s also a retro-style shooting gallery, allowing you to enjoy old-fashioned fun.

You can interact freely with the warm-hearted locals and unique shop owners from evening till late night. It’s a fun space with a diverse range of eateries, perfect for cultural exchanges with tourists from both Japan and abroad. It’s ideal for families to have dinner or for friends to explore Takayama’s izakayas. Even if you visit alone, you’re sure to enjoy lively conversations with locals and shopkeepers. Make sure to indulge in the local delicacies of Hida Takayama as part of your travel memories.

Access to “Dekonaru Yokocho”

Knowing where to park or the nearest station is an important part of planning your trip. Dekonaru Yokocho is about a 9-minute walk from JR Takayama Station. There’s also coin parking nearby, so access by car or rental car is possible. It’s within walking distance from popular tourist spots like the “Old Town” and “Miyagawa Morning Market,” making it a perfect spot for dinner or to wrap up your night in Hida Takayama.

Sake Tasting at [Sake Bar Lucca]

First, let’s introduce “Sake Bar Lucca.” This bar mainly serves local sake from the Hida region and is recommended for “sake tasting.”
“The owner, a woman, hopes to make Japanese sake more casually enjoyable and wishes more people knew about the delicious sake of Hida. It’s a welcoming spot even for women visiting alone to enjoy the delightful local sake of Hida Takayama. The friendly owner will greet you warmly.

Grill Your Own [Hida Beef Yakiniku Hormone Keburiya]

“Hida Beef Yakiniku Hormone Keburiya” is recommended for its yakiniku and hormone dishes using Hida Takayama’s brand Wagyu, “Hida Beef.” If you’re visiting Hida Takayama, you must try the tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture of Hida beef.

The restaurant welcomes individuals too, where you can grill the meat to your liking at the table. The hormone grilled with special burnt miso sauce becomes smoky as it cooks. Just the savory smell makes you eat more rice. You might even encounter “thick-cut beef tongue” or “Hida beef brisket” depending on the time and your luck.

Striking Colorful Dumplings at [Hida Takayama Gyoza Sohonke]

At “Hida Takayama Gyoza Sohonke,” you can enjoy original dumplings made with local ingredients from Hida Takayama. The shop’s top recommendation is “Hida Beef Gyoza,” which luxuriously encases the flavor of Hida beef in skins kneaded with local turmeric powder. “Hida Takayama Gyoza,” made with Hida’s signature pork, “Hida Umabuta,” is also very popular. It is wrapped in a thick, mochi-mochi dough blended with Takayama glutinous rice flour. Choose from crispy fried gyoza, juicy boiled gyoza, and crispy skin fried gyoza depending on your mood of the day.

Exquisite Kushi Katsu Made with Hida Chicken at [Kushiage Nanban Fuku Hachijin]

“Kushiage Nanban Fuku Hachijin” is known for its kushi katsu made with Hida chicken, priced at 80 yen per skewer. You can choose to have it with the shop’s signature homemade tartar sauce.

Besides kushi katsu, “Chicken Nanban” is also very popular. The name “Fuku Hachijin” reflects in the sauce options for the Chicken Nanban, with eight different types available. Homemade tartar sauce, wasabi cheese, lemon salt, miso sauce, curry sauce, and other unique sauces are available. Enjoy a different flavor of Chicken Nanban with plenty of options.

Easily Enjoy Edomae Sushi at [Oysters, Sake, and Sushi Akazu Kyoto]

“Oysters, Sake, and Sushi Akazu Kyoto” is a restaurant where you can enjoy the live atmosphere of an open kitchen, serving fresh sushi and seasonal fish dishes like oysters. The small restaurant has only eight counter seats. Close to the chef, you can enjoy watching his skillful hands as you dine.

Summary

Today, we introduced the trending gourmet spot “Dekonaru Yokocho” in Hida Takayama.
Dekonaru Yokocho, along with the five stores introduced, has many other delicious eateries, ensuring a satisfying Hida Takayama night. Enjoy the delectable foods only available locally in Takayama, and fully enjoy your Hida Takayama tourism experience.

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