Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village Day Tour | World Heritage Shirakawa-go, Hida-Takayama Old Streets, and Night Illumination (Limited to 4 days a year) | Depart from Nagoya
- Enjoy Takayama Old Streets + Shirakawa-go in one trip
Depart from Nagoya for a day trip to visit the Hida-Takayama old streets and the World Heritage Shirakawa-go, experiencing traditional Japanese streetscapes and winter scenery.
- Snowy Gassho-zukuri Village - Winter Exclusive Scenery
Stroll through the snowy Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri village, admire the triangular thatched houses under the lights, and experience a winter night atmosphere completely different from the daytime.
- Round trip from Nagoya - Easy one-day travel
Departing and returning to Nagoya, with a private bus to Takayama and Shirakawa-go, saving you the trouble of planning winter transportation and transfers yourself.
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- Dreamy Illumination Limited to Only 4 Days a Year. Seize the opportunity to visit the Shirakawa-go winter night illumination, open only 4 days a year, and enjoy the magical sight of the Gassho-zukuri houses lit up amidst the snow.
Limited dates: 1/11, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31. Only four days a year, don't miss out!
The Shirakawa-go night illumination event is only open for 4 days a year, making it an extremely precious winter-exclusive landscape. Unlike the fresh snow scenery during the day, the illuminated Gassho-zukuri village at night is more dreamy and tranquil, which is a major reason why many travelers visit Shirakawa-go in winter.
As night falls, the snow-covered Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri village gradually lights up with warm glows. Ancient Gassho-zukuri houses are hidden in the deep snow, with orange lights reflecting off the snow-covered roofs and the valley, making it feel like stepping into a real-life winter fairy tale.
Walking through the old streets of Hida-Takayama feels like traveling back to Japan's Edo period. Well-preserved wooden townhouses line the streets, with dark wooden lattice windows, traditional shops, and quaint alleys weaving together a rich Japanese atmosphere.
Stroll through the old streets to freely explore local specialty shops, taste popular delicacies like Hida beef sushi, Hida beef skewers, and soy sauce dango, or purchase traditional Hida region souvenirs.
Takayama has different charms in every season: fresh in spring, tranquil in summer, vibrant with autumn leaves in the old streets, and offering a quaint view of snow-covered townhouses in winter. Stroll leisurely through the historic district to experience the unique traditional culture and lifestyle of Hida-Takayama.
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【Travel Conditions】
Departure/Destination: Aichi/Gifu
Duration: Same-day round trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Company: AMA Kotsu
Meals: Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Minimum Group Size: 1
Tour Leader: 1
Tour Guide: 0
Reminders
A minimum of 1 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
This is a fixed-schedule shared tour. Guests participating in this tour must strictly adhere to the stay duration at each attraction and follow the instructions of the driver/guide.
If you leave the tour midway, it will be considered as a cancellation of the transaction, and no refunds will be provided. Furthermore, you will be responsible for any consequences regarding your personal or property safety.
No refunds will be provided for failure to participate or cancellation of the trip due to personal reasons, lateness, etc. Please be aware of this.
Arrival times for each part of the itinerary may change depending on traffic, weather, holidays, and crowd levels on the day. Please understand that in the event of delays or cancellations due to the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, no refunds will be provided.
In cases with fewer participants, a smaller vehicle may be used with the driver acting as a guide for simple commentary. Please be aware of this. This is a shared tour service; other guests will be on board, and the bus will not stop at locations other than the designated attractions.
Shirakawa-go is very cold in winter; please wear warm clothing and non-slip shoes.
There are many private residences in Shirakawa-go; please do not enter them without permission. There is snow accumulation in Shirakawa-go during winter; please watch out for falling snow from the eaves.
