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Takayama, Mountain village in Kamitakai District, Japan

Takayama is a village in Nagano Prefecture's mountainous region, spreading across terrain with homes nestled among agricultural fields and forested hillsides. The settlement features the simple structures and open spaces typical of rural communities in this highland area.

The village was established in 1956 through the merger of several smaller communities, shaping the region's administrative structure. This founding marked an important step in modernizing rural administration in Nagano.

The village maintains traditional Japanese customs through local festivals and ceremonies, with residents actively participating in seasonal community gatherings.

The village has an administrative office, a school, and a small medical facility accessible to residents and visitors. The facilities are suited to the needs of a small rural community.

Takayama's position in Nagano Prefecture offers residents and visitors direct access to both traditional farming practices and modern Japanese rural infrastructure.

Location: Kamitakai district

Inception: September 30, 1956

Reference: 205435

Shares border with: Suzaka, Nakano, Obuse, Yamanouchi, Kusatsu, Tsumagoi, Nakanojō

Website: https://vill.takayama.nagano.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.67981,138.36328

Latest update: December 23, 2025 12:50

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