[Departing from Nagoya] Takayama + Shirakawa-go Illumination 9-Person Shared Tour | 2027 Limited 4-Day Event | Village Illumination Viewing | Optional Hotel Pickup

Name: [Departing from Nagoya] Takayama + Shirakawa-go Illumination 9-Person Shared Tour | 2027 Limited 4-Day Event | Village Illumination Viewing | Optional Hotel Pickup
Brand: KKday
SKU: 772347

Japan-Nagoya

Duration:12 hour(s)

Guided language: Mandarin

Free cancellation 8 day(s) prior to experience date

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Ancient streets with Edo-period charm, a must-visit 'Little Kyoto' of Hida

Shirakawa-go Illumination event exclusive, warm yellow lights create a dreamlike scene

Only 4 days in 2027, the romantic snow-covered Gassho village

Well-planned itinerary covering all the essential highlights

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Only 4 days a year! Shirakawa-go Illumination event—don't miss out! A snow-covered Gassho village with warm yellow lights creating a dreamlike scene.

[Note] This itinerary does not include the evening observation deck ticket, and it cannot be purchased on-site. Please be aware of this.

Our private vehicle departs on time, heading north to the snowy secret realm of the Hida region. The first stop is Hida Takayama, known as 'Little Kyoto,' which perfectly preserves the traditional style of the Edo period. Along the streets, craft shops display dyed fabrics, wood carvings, and other unique items. Take a bite of melt-in-your-mouth Hida beef sushi and experience the tender, fatty aroma of top-grade Wagyu.

Next, we will head to the World Heritage site—Shirakawa-go Gassho Village. The buildings here are named for their steep, triangular thatched roofs that resemble hands pressed together in prayer. They were built without a single nail, relying on precise joinery to withstand centuries of snow.

As twilight falls, the most anticipated illumination moment arrives. As the warm yellow lights flicker on one by one, the entire village instantly transforms into a real-life fairy tale world. Stroll across the stone bridge over the Shokawa River to see the light reflections on the frozen water, or stop on the path behind Myozenji Temple to capture the Zen-like scene of the Gassho houses and the temple eaves in one frame. Every frame of the warm lights against the snow is worth cherishing.

We provide an intimate Chinese-speaking small group of up to 9 people with a well-paced itinerary, allowing you to easily experience the nature, magic, and romance of Shirakawa-go in one trip.

What You Can Expect

Duration: 12 hour(s)

1 Day

08:30
8:30-9:00 [Hotel Pickup] Pickup service for hotels within 2km of Nagoya Station. [Self-Assembly] Nagoya Station (MINI STOP convenience store behind the BIC CAMERA at Nagoya West Exit) Address: 5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015
11:00
Hida Takayama (2-hour visit) Located in the heart of the Hida region in northern Gifu Prefecture, the center of Takayama City preserves the complete form of a castle town and merchant town from the Edo period, earning it the name 'Little Kyoto of Hida.' You can stroll through the 'Sanmachi' district built during the Meiji and Taisho eras, taste local delicacies such as Hida beef and Takayama ramen, and admire crafts that embody the superb skills of Hida artisans. Hida Takayama is full of charm at every turn.
14:00
Shirakawa-go Daytime Visit (3 hours, access to the observation deck is possible) Shirakawa-go is located in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, and is famous for its well-preserved Gassho-zukuri farmhouses. These traditional thatched-roof houses have a unique design that resembles hands pressed together in prayer, and the village is listed as a World Heritage site. In winter, snow covers the roofs, and the entire village seems to be wrapped in a white blanket, displaying an ancient and cozy atmosphere. You can walk around here and feel the tranquility and beauty in the cold air. The Gassho-zukuri roofs and the beautiful natural scenery complement each other, giving a transcendent sense of beauty. Many tourists walk through the village with their cameras to capture this quiet and elegant atmosphere.
17:30
Shirakawa-go Illumination (1.5-hour visit) During the illumination event, these traditional thatched-roof houses light up with warm glows, creating a striking contrast against the snow-covered mountain village scenery and building a dreamlike atmosphere. During the event, the lights reflect off the snow, creating a brilliant and highly romantic scene. Especially in the evening and at night, the interplay of snow and light creates a visually stunning beauty, making the whole village look as beautiful as a fairy tale world. Visitors can stroll along the brightly lit paths during this time, admire the traditional Gassho-zukuri architecture, and enjoy the warm scenery of a Japanese winter.