Boss Foods Market Honten

Tucked into the everyday rhythms of Takayama, Boss Foods Market Honten offers a refreshingly unhurried counterpoint to the city's heritage streets. This neighbourhood market draws a loyal following of locals (over a thousand reviews attest to its steady, unpretentious appeal) making it a worthwhile stop for travellers who want a glimpse of ordinary Gifu life alongside the grander sights.

When to go

The market opens at 9:00 AM on Mondays, so an early-morning visit lets you browse alongside residents doing their daily shop before the tourist crowds filter through Takayama's old town. Autumn and spring bring particularly pleasant conditions for wandering the area on foot before or after your visit.

“Good place to buy things.”— LY ONG, Google review