The Manyo Historical Museum presents a special autumn exhibition that encourages learning through the enjoyment of ancient poetry.

This event, arranged by the Takaoka Chamber of Commerce, is held on the first Sunday of every month.

This festival commemorates the triumphal entry into Takaoka Castle of the feudal lord who founded the city.

The annual ceremonial cleaning of the Daibutsu, the symbol of Takaoka, is held on these days, along with other events.

An early morning fresh food market and flea market are held twice in May to promote enjoyment of Takaoka. The market is open from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Farmers come from the surrounding countryside to sell their vegetables early morning.

Takigi Noh plays are performed in the grounds of Zuiryuji Temple, a national treasure, by the light of a bonfire.

During the Nakata Kakashi Festival the streets are lined with more than 100 scarecrows made by local shopkeepers and children's clubs.

The festival is well loved for the simple and humorous character of the offerings.

The barley-cutting song sung by former Heike samurai warriors who put down their swords for hoes is known as "mugiya-bushi".

The "kokiriko-bushi" folk song and dance is performed on the grounds of the Hakusangu Shrine as an offering.

Many Gokayama folk melodies and dances are performed, including "mugiya-bushi," "kokiriko-bushi," and "toichinsa".