Takayama is an oddity within Japan. The city takes up a larger area than Tokyo – a total of over 2,000 square kilometres and yet it only has a population of just over 88,000 compared to 14 million people in

Matsumoto to Takayama
Miso is a traditional Japanese seasoning and probably dates from medieval times, though it is not entirely clear exactly when it emerged as a staple ingredient. The taste, aroma, texture, and appearance of miso vary by region and season and