Shirakawa-go

In the morning, we went to the Gassho-zukuri village to take beautiful photos. Luckily, it was snowing! Snowflakes drifted down, and the entire village was covered in white, like stepping into a fairytale world – breathtakingly beautiful. Although we only had about 2.5 hours, it was quite fulfilling and satisfying for a day trip. In the afternoon, we went to Morigago no Sato to play in the snow. The park was covered in soft, fluffy snow, and we could play on the snowmobiles and sleds as many times as we wanted. We also experienced a super exciting and fun snowmobile ride – the whole family had a blast! Overall, the trip was relaxing and enriching, highly recommended for families with children.

This was my first time purchasing a KKday day tour package. It included guided tours in Chinese, English, and Japanese, making it easy for those who don't speak Japanese to participate. This type of day tour is perfect for independent travelers. The tour guide provided some historical and geographical explanations on the bus, which added a lot of new knowledge to the trip. They also provided scenic recommendations for Takayama and Gassho-zukuri villages, as well as food maps, allowing for better planning and arrangement of the two-hour tour. I would definitely purchase other tour packages if I have the opportunity.

This tour is inexpensive. From Nagoya, it starts with a one-hour drive to Hachiman, where you'll see some very plump koi fish and enjoy beautiful scenery. Then, a half-hour drive to Hida Takayama for shopping. Although we had two hours of free time, it wasn't enough; to maximize our sightseeing, we didn't have lunch, just some Hida beef sushi. Finally, we took another hour to Shirakawa-go. The snow had melted a bit, so it wasn't the most beautiful spot, but it was still worth a visit. Finally, we took a two-and-a-half-hour drive back to Nagoya. The transportation was smooth throughout. It didn't feel like such a long drive, and the tour guide provided a brief overview of the key points. I highly recommend this tour.

Although the itinerary was tight, there was still ample time to visit the attractions. Even though it was just a short day trip, our guide, Xiaomei, provided such warm and attentive service, making us feel like familiar friends. The driver's driving skills and time management were reassuring.