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Hello from Takayama city and THE MACHIYA HOTEL TAKAYAMA<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Looking for a quintessential summer activity to add to your Takayama itinerary?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arkopia Sunflower Garden<\/strong>, located in the Kuguno area of Takayama City, is a seasonal sunflower field that opens for a short window each summer. Around 200,000 sunflowers bloom across the field, creating a vivid, golden landscape, with amazing views of the Northern Alps. The area is part of Hida Funayama Snow Resort Arkopia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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During the 2026 season, the garden is open from Saturday, August 1 to Sunday, August 16<\/strong>. Opening hours are from 9:00 to 16:00. Admission is \u00a5800 for adults, \u00a5300 for elementary school children, and free for young children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The garden has a dedicated sunflower observation deck, great for taking photos. The field stretches out in every direction, and the deck gives you a perspective that is well worth the visit on its own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For families, there is plenty to keep younger visitors happy too, with a water play area, playground equipment, and weekend events running throughout the season. There is also on-site parking, for those that are exploring Takayama by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arkopia Sunflower Garden is 20-minute by car from central Takayama, or 4km from JR Kuguno Station, perfect for pairing with other day-trip locations. For more tips on other locations you can combine your visit to the gardens with, be sure to ask our guest services team!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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