A night in Takayama begins at "Han-yumi" | Established in 1929, this bar on Ichiban-gai offers archery, drinking, and fun.

The old townscape, the morning market, Hida beef—Takayama's daytime charms are well known,
actuallyAn experience you can only have at night in TakayamaDid you know that such a thing exists?

In the nighttime bar district of "Ichiban-gai," a brightly lit target sign suddenly catches your eye.
With a drink in one hand, he draws his bow.
That"Hankyu," a nighttime entertainment culture in Takayama, has been around since 1929 (Showa 4).is.

🏛️ The last remaining archery range in Japan is located in Takayama.

During the Meiji era, half-archery ranges existed all over Japan.
In a corner of the izakaya district, there's an archery range where people stop by on their way home from work for a quick shot.
Drinking alcohol while practicing archery – this kind of nighttime entertainment for ordinary people existed in various regions.

However, as time went on, half-archery ranges gradually disappeared.
NowThe last place remaining in JapanOne such place is Hida Takayama.
As the dojo owner himself says, "It's a town where old things somehow remain," and that's exactly the kind of town Takayama is.

The Hankyudo dojo was founded when1929 (Showa 4).
This place, which has been around since before the war, still lights up the main street of Takayama at night, and both locals and tourists alike stop by.

🏹 What is a half-bow? How is it different from Kyudo (Japanese archery)?

When you hear the word "bow," you might picture the image of kyudo, the art of archery, where people in martial arts uniforms solemnly release arrows.
But a half-bow is something entirely different.

📊 Differences between a half-bow and Kyudo (Japanese archery)

	🏹 half bow	Kyudo (Japanese archery)
Distance to the target	Approximately 7m	Approximately 28m
Shooting stance	Shoot while sitting	Standing and shooting
the purpose	Play and Games	martial arts

The bow is approximately 1.8 meters long. You sit in a chair and shoot 10 arrows at a target about 7 meters away.
The closer you are to the center of the target, the higher your score, and the game format involves competing for the highest total score of 10 shots.
No formalities like those in Kyudo (Japanese archery) are required.Even if it's your first time, you can enjoy it right away.

🏆 A score of 50 or higher earns you a place in the Hall of Fame!
If you achieve a high score, your name will be inscribed on the dojo's scoreboard.
In the dojo's more than 90-year history, the highest score ever recorded was 98 points. So, what score can you achieve?

🎯 Experience flow, price, and two locations

Shops where you can try using a half-bow are2 placesIt can be used differently during the day and at night.
BothNo reservation requiredJust drop by in your usual clothes (English support available).

💰 Price (same for both stores)
First 10 shots:800 yen(Includes shooting instruction fee) / 10 shots from the second time onwards:400 yen
It's quite common to run out of ammo at a crucial moment and then need 10 more shots!
Private rentals for groups are also available. For details, please see below. www.hankyudojo.com fart.

🍶 A night of drinking and pub crawling in Ichiban-gai and Deconaru Yokocho

The appeal of archery isn't limited to the experience itself.
The beauty of Takayama at night lies in being able to enjoy the entire surrounding area.

🏮 Noren Ichibangai

Noren Ichiban-gai, where the archery range is located, is the heart of Takayama's nightlife district.
Izakaya (Japanese pub), bar, yakitori restaurant...17:00-23:00As the time progresses, each shop will put out its noren (traditional Japanese curtain).
Having a drink before or after practicing archery, then drawing the bow again—that kind of evening naturally unfolds.

🎪 Dekonaru Yokochō

Located near Ichiban-gai"Dekonaru Yokocho"It's a popular spot that gets lively at night.
"Dekonaruru" is a Hida dialect word."It will become lively."That's what it means.

• target shootingA classic festival game where you shoot and knock down prizes with a cork gun. Why not put the concentration you've honed with a half-bow to the test?
• Hida beef gourmetEnjoy Hida's renowned brand of beef in casual dishes such as skewers and à la carte items.
• Eating and drinking while walking aroundYou can enjoy snacks like mitarashi dango (rice dumplings with sweet soy sauce glaze) and local sake while strolling through the alley.

Opening hours are17:00 to around 3:00 the next dayEven after enjoying the short bow and then drifting in, the night still continues.

📍 Access and Business Information Summary

🏹 Half-bow (2 stores)

Store 1 Hanyuba Takayama (daytime)	📍 19 Aioi-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 🕐 Approximately 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM (with possible extensions) Open all year round
Store 2 Half archery hall (night)	📍 11 Asahi-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture (inside Noren Ichiban-gai) 🕖 18:00 - 22:00 (extensions possible) Open all year round
Fee	First session: 10 shots for 800 yen (including instruction fee) / Subsequent sessions: 400 yen
Official website	www.hankyudojo.com
access	Approximately 10 minutes' walk from JR Takayama Station

🎪 Dekonaru Yokochō

place	Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture (around Noren Ichiban-gai)
Opening hours	17:00 to 3:00 (varies by store)
Price guide	Shooting gallery: 200-500 yen per game / Food and drinks: 500 yen and up
access	Approximately 10-15 minutes walk from JR Takayama Station

🏡 After a night out, relax at a traditional Japanese inn.

After enjoying a night in Takayama to the fullest, drawing bows, drinking, and shooting.
Let's get a good night's sleep in a guesthouse surrounded by the tranquility of an old town.

"Niwanoyado"This is a private rental accommodation that has been carefully restored from an old house with over 100 years of history.
Located close to the bustling main street at night, the quiet walk home after a lively evening is also a moment that is typical of Takayama.

• Kusa no Niwa: A Meiji era mansion. A luxurious inn with masterful architecture, a cypress bath and a garden.
• Kibun no Niwa: A historical atmosphere. An inn with a dirt floor and hearth, nestled alongside important cultural properties.
• Ichii no Niwa: A tourist base. The morning market and old town are within walking distance, making this an ideal accommodation for large groups.

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