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Enjoy Japan's Iconic Gujo Odori Festival Overnight Tour from Nagoya
Enjoy Japan's Iconic Gujo Odori Festival Overnight Tour from Nagoya
Enjoy Japan's Iconic Gujo Odori Festival Overnight Tour from Nagoya
Enjoy Japan's Iconic Gujo Odori Festival Overnight Tour from Nagoya
Enjoy Japan's Iconic Gujo Odori Festival Overnight Tour from Nagoya

Enjoy Japan's Iconic Gujo Odori Festival Overnight Tour from Nagoya


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Duration:10 hour(s) 30 min(s)
Guided language: 日本語
Free cancellation 21 day(s) prior to experience date
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  • The powerful, graceful, and exhilarating “Gujo Odori” — the longest Bon dance in Japan
  • A special gift for all tour participants: 2025 Gujo Odori Tenugui (traditional hand towel)
  • Gujo Odori Highlight 1: Recognized as one of Japan’s Three Great Bon Dances
  • Gujo Odori Highlight 2: Dance all night long — four nights of nonstop celebration
  • Gujo Odori Highlight 3: Open to everyone — no experience or reservation needed
[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Product Info

Gujo Odori Essential: Special “Odori Tenugui” (Dance Towel)

As one of the “three essentials” of Gujo Odori, this limited-edition tenugui (dance towel) is specially made each year during the festival season. For this tour, every participant will receive one as a special gift (one per person)!
Use it to shield from rain, wipe sweat, or as a stylish accent with your yukata. Dance the night away and enjoy this unforgettable summer tradition!
Note: The image shown is from a previous year. It will be updated once the 2025 design is finalized.

Gujo Odori: One of Japan’s Three Great Bon Dances

Gujo Odori is recognized alongside Tokushima’s Awa Odori and Akita’s Nishimonai Bon Odori as one of Japan’s Three Great Bon Dances.
In 1996, all 10 Gujo Odori songs were designated as Important Intangible Folk Cultural Properties by the Japanese government.
In 2022, Gujo Odori was also included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage listing under “Furyu-odori,” a category of traditional Japanese festive dances.

The Secret Behind Dancing All Night

The highlight of Gujo Odori, the Tetsuya Odori (All-Night Dance), runs for four nights from August 13 to 16. Today, the dancing continues non-stop from 8:00 PM until 5:00 AM — up to nine hours each night.
On the final morning, as the mountains begin to emerge in the light of dawn, the once lively dance circle takes on a solemn, sacred atmosphere. This deeply moving moment, reflecting the festival’s origins in remembrance and offering, is one of the most unforgettable aspects of Tetsuya Odori.
So, how do dancers keep going for so long? The secret lies in the music — varied rhythms, dynamic pacing, and a call-and-response style between the lead singer and dancers create an uplifting sense of unity. Faster songs inject energy at just the right times, making it easy to keep dancing all night long.
Note: The bus tour schedule allows you to join from around 10:00 PM until the final dance the next morning.

A Dance Anyone Can Join

One of the most charming aspects of Gujo Odori is its openness — anyone can step into the circle, no matter their outfit or experience. As you move your hands and feet to the rhythm, you'll naturally pick up the steps. Surrounded by the sounds of shamisen, taiko drums, flutes, and spirited vocals, you might just find yourself falling in love with the magic of Gujo Odori.

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Information about tour operator
Name: H.I.S. Co.,Ltd.
Address: Kamiyacho Trust Tower 5F 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6905, JAPAN 
Registration number: No.724 by Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Information about tour
Place of departure and destination: from NAGOYA to GIFU
Number of days of travel: 1 Day
Means of transportation: BUS
Name of bus company: Ginga Kotsu Co., Ltd
Meals: NO
Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20 Peoples
Number of GUIDE:1

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Intro

Purchase Notice


This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
Drinking alcohol on the bus is prohibited.
Please note that odd-numbered groups will, in principle, share seats on the bus
The order of the itinerary may be partially changed.

Important Notes:

This is an overnight bus tour. Guests under the age of 7 cannot participate. We appreciate your understanding.
Meals are not included. Please purchase food at the service areas or local stalls at your own expense.
Changing rooms and baggage storage areas at the Gujo Odori venue are very crowded. If you plan to join the dancing, please change into your outfit beforehand.
The bus will not remain at the venue during Gujo Odori. You will not be able to access your luggage, so please bring only essential items.

Reminders

  • Important Notes During Bus Tour

  • Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

  • Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

  • As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

  • Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

  • Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

  • Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

  • Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

  • 8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

  • Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

  • Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

  • Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

  • Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

  • Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

  • Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

  • The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

  • Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

  • Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

  • After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

  • Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

  • For fruit-picking tours, please note that fruit is to be consumed only on the farm. Bringing it home in your own bag is strictly prohibited.

  • If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 21 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 8 to 20 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
  • For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
  • For cancellations made 0 to 0 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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