Location: Hida Takayama 飛騨高山, Gifu Prefecture Size: 7.5 x 10 x 1.8cm
Hida Takayama (飛騨高山), often simply called Takayama, is a beautifully preserved historic town located in the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Prefecture, central Japan. Known for its Edo-period merchant streets, traditional wooden buildings, and strong local craftsmanship, it's sometimes referred to as “Little Kyoto of the Mountains.”
Takayama has a rich history as a castle town and a thriving center of carpentry and sake brewing. The town's isolation in the Japanese Alps helped preserve its old-world charm, making it a popular destination for visitors seeking traditional architecture, festivals, and local culture.
Tsuko-Tegata is a kind of wooden passport that was used in the Edo Period as an identity card for travelers when passing from region to region. They had been sold a lot in Showa period as mingei type souvenirs all over Japan. It's also a protector for safety and peace for family.
