【KKday Exclusive Tour】Hida Illumination 2-Day Tour During Winter Break and Chinese New Year | Hida Sato Illumination & World Heritage Site Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village & National Treasure Inuyama Castle & Iroha no Sato Snow Activities & Hida Takayama Old Town & Gunjo Hachiman Old Town & Guaranteed 5-Star Hotel Stay ~ Takayama ASSOCIA Onsen Resort Hotel | Departing from Nagoya, Japan
- Head to Hida no Sato to admire the lighting of the dreamlike Gassho-zukuri houses.
- Guaranteed stay at a 5-star hotel in Japan – Takayama ASSOCIA Onsen Resort Hotel
- Experience the thrill and excitement of snow rafting and snow donuts in a snowy wonderland.
- Go to Inuyama Castle, a national treasure, and stroll through the Japanese-style castle town
- Wander through Shirakawa-go, a World Heritage Site, and immerse yourself in gingerbread house streets straight out of a fairytale.
- Visit Takayama Old Town and admire the architectural style of the Edo period a century ago.
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Breakfast included, Lunch included, With dinner |
| Accommodation type | Hotel |
| Seasonal | Winter Snow Exclusive |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, City walking tour, Japanese castles, Historic site tour, Eco-tourism, Bus tour |
| Transport | Charter car, Bus tour |
Relaxation & Beauty
| Hot spring type | Nude bath house |
Product Info
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- Itinerary Information -
Meeting time: 08:20
Departure time: 08:30
Meeting location: JR Nagoya Station Taikaku-dori Exit (Nagoya Station Nishi-Jiaoban-mae)
Trip duration: 2 days
Return trip information: Estimated arrival time at the original meeting point (JR Nagoya Station Taiko-dori Exit (Nagoya Station Nishi-kobanmae)) is 18:00-19:00.
— Important Information —
• Infants under 1 year old who do not occupy a seat or bed can participate for free. Each adult can only bring one infant who does not occupy a seat or bed. If you are traveling with someone, please indicate this in the "Remarks" section when making a reservation.
• Vehicle type: Vehicles will be assigned based on the number of participants. For small groups, a driver will also serve as the accompanying staff to provide full-trip tour services. No additional tour leader will be provided. Participants are free to explore the attractions at their own pace. Please be aware of this.
• Due to limited luggage storage space, each person is limited to one large suitcase. The number of large suitcases allowed may vary depending on the vehicle model. We apologize that you may not be able to bring two (or more) suitcases per person.
Hida no Sato Illumination – Located in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, Hida no Sato is an open-air architectural museum that recreates the rural landscape of the Hida region in its heyday. The park preserves over 30 traditional Gassho-zukuri houses with thatched roofs, warehouses, shrines, and waterwheel houses, transporting visitors back to a mountain village during the Edo period. The annual "Hida no Sato Illumination" event, held every winter, is one of Takayama's most representative and romantic winter scenes. As night falls and the village is covered in snow, the warm lights illuminate a dreamlike and tranquil snow-covered landscape, a truly picturesque and breathtaking sight.
Pastoral Village Snow Activities Package – The Chubu region of Japan experiences frequent snowfall in winter, so a visit to Chubu is incomplete without experiencing thrilling snow activities! ※Snowboats & Snow Donuts & Snow Sleds
Located in Okumino, Gifu Prefecture, in central Japan, at an altitude of 1,000 meters on the HIRUGA Plateau, Ikuka no Sato is surrounded by mountains. In spring, you can enjoy tulips; in summer, lavender; in autumn, autumn leaves and trees; and in winter, it transforms into a snow paradise, offering a variety of snow activities that are easy for both adults and children to enjoy. Come and experience the thrill of snow rafting, snow donuts, and snow tubing!
Guaranteed 5-star accommodation – Takayama ASSOCIA Onsen Resort Hotel – Located in the Hida Takayama region of Gifu Prefecture, Japan, Takayama ASSOCIA Onsen Resort Hotel is a high-end onsen resort hotel that combines natural beauty with comfortable facilities. Situated on a hill overlooking the ruins of Takayama Castle, the hotel boasts a spacious setting, offering stunning views of the Northern Alps from room, restaurants, and public baths.
Dinner will be served at the hotel as a luxurious buffet featuring ingredients from Gifu or a Japanese kaiseki meal.
Inuyama Castle, a National Treasure – Stroll through Inuyama Castle Town – Built in 1537, Inuyama Castle is one of the oldest existing wooden castle towers in Japan and is designated as one of the Five National Treasures of Japan (alongside Himeji Castle, Matsumoto Castle, Hikone Castle, and Matsue Castle). Inuyama Castle is not only a historical site but also a superb vantage point overlooking the Kiso River and distant mountains, imbued with a rich Sengoku period atmosphere and cultural value.
Inuyama Castle Town retains its quaint machiya streets, lined with wagashi (Japanese sweets) shops, Japanese snack shops, Japanese-style cafes, and kimono experience shops, making it a perfect place for a stroll and taking photos.
Strolling through the old streets of Takayama – "Sancho" is the collective name for Ichinomachi, Ninomachi, and Sannomachi, three nearly parallel north-south streets. These traditional Japanese streets offer a sense of stepping back in time to Japan three hundred years ago, making them a renowned strolling spot in Takayama. The old streets are lined with unique shops where you can purchase Takayama-exclusive souvenirs such as Hida dolls, and sample famous dishes like Gohei mochi and Hida beef nigiri sushi.
Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village – Surrounded by mountains and experiencing a cold climate, local residents use straw and reeds in a Gassho-zukuri style to build roofs to shield themselves from wind and snow. The Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri village in Shirakawa-go, along with the nearby Kamiyama area, has been registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. With over 113 traditional Gassho-zukuri wooden houses, strolling through Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village feels like stepping into a gingerbread house street from a fairytale world.
Stroll through the ancient town of Gujo-hachiman! Gujo-hachiman has been renowned throughout Japan for its crystal-clear waters since ancient times. The drainage and water management systems of the Gujo area are considered among the best in Japan. Take a stroll through the old town and explore this charming little town. Because of the clean water, you can even see koi carp swimming in the drainage channels. Wander through the alleyways and discover the various unique shops.
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【Precautions】
Group or individual package tours are subject to the standardized domestic tourism contract issued by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications of the Republic of China. When you complete the booking, it means that you agree to and accept the terms of the standardized international tourism contract .
Reminders
A minimum of 20 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 14 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 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Please confirm your tour number on site and meet at the Taiko-dori Exit (Nagoya Station Nishi-kobanmae).
The hotels provided will be based on the itinerary. If the hotels are fully booked, hotels of the same standard will be provided. Hotel information will be provided 4 days before departure. We apologize that we cannot specify a hotel.
Room type is subject to availability and cannot be specified by the hotel.
If you have any special requests such as smoking/non-smoking rooms or allergy-related needs, please make a note in advance. The hotel will make the final arrangements, and we apologize that we cannot make specific requests.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the tour.
Depending on the weather conditions, it may be impossible to see snow at each tourist attraction during winter.
The weather is extremely cold during the snowy season in the Chubu region of Japan. Please wear warm clothing, a jacket, and non-slip shoes.
The booked tour itinerary may be subject to change or cancellation due to traffic conditions and crowding on the day.
In the event that attractions cannot be visited due to inclement weather or traffic conditions, the tour leader reserves the right to modify or cancel parts of the itinerary at any time for the safety of all participants. Participants are not entitled to refunds or fee reductions for such reasons.
Due to road conditions and other factors, the time spent at attractions may be adjusted or some attractions may be cancelled on the day of the trip. The return arrival time may also be significantly delayed. Please avoid scheduling activities on the evening of the trip.
If you leave the group midway through the trip, it will be considered a voluntary abandonment, and you will not be entitled to any refund. You will be solely responsible for any personal injury or property damage caused as a result.
During free time, please be mindful of your personal safety and belongings. If you fail to heed this advice and an accident or loss occurs, you will be solely responsible for the consequences.
If the restaurant is full on the second day and the dining time cannot be adjusted, a refund of 2,000 yen per person will be given, and the meal can be purchased freely on-site.
If the order of the itinerary is adjusted, resulting in changes to the hotel's schedule, the order of meal service dates will be adjusted accordingly, but the number of meals served will remain the same.
Meals cannot be customized. If you are vegetarian, please indicate this in the remarks section when ordering.
Passengers under the age of 18 cannot participate alone and must be accompanied by a passenger aged 18 or older.
Infants under 1 year old who do not occupy a seat or bed can participate for free. Each adult can only bring one infant who does not occupy a seat or bed. If you are traveling with someone, please indicate this in the "Remarks" section when making a reservation.
Children aged 2-5 who do not occupy a bed can purchase a child price; if a bed is required, please purchase an adult price.
Due to limited luggage storage space, each person is limited to one large suitcase. The number of large suitcases allowed may vary depending on the vehicle model, and it is possible that each person may not be able to bring two (or more) suitcases. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Vehicle type: Vehicles will be assigned based on the number of participants. For smaller groups, a driver will also serve as the accompanying staff to provide full-trip tour services. No additional tour leader will be provided. Participants are free to explore the attractions at their own pace. Please be aware of this.
If the trip is terminated due to force majeure such as weather conditions or natural disasters after departure, the unfulfilled part of the trip will be refunded based on the actual expenses incurred. However, additional expenses such as return transportation costs or local accommodation costs must be borne by the traveler.
Smoking is prohibited throughout the hotel. If you wish to smoke, please use the designated smoking areas. If the hotel does not have designated smoking areas, smoking is prohibited both inside and outside the hotel. If you smoke in areas other than the designated smoking areas, you will be charged a cleaning fee. If the smoke alarm is triggered, the hotel may call the fire department. The hotel will be responsible for the repair costs and liability. Please be aware of this.
The bus and restaurant seats used during the experience tour may be shared with other members of the tour group, depending on the arrangements made by the tour leader and facilities on the day.
In accordance with Japanese custom, people with tattoos are not allowed to enter hot spring facilities. We apologize for the inconvenience.
If the snow activities at Pastoral Village are temporarily closed due to force majeure as announced by the on-site facilities, and the participants are unable to experience them, a partial refund will be issued, and the time spent at other attractions will be extended instead.
If the Hida no Sato lighting ceremony is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances and the facilities are temporarily closed, a partial refund will be issued, and you will be able to return to the hotel earlier to enjoy the hotel facilities instead.
Bus seats are subject to on-site allocation and cannot be specified. Thank you for your understanding.
If road closures due to force majeure such as wind and snow prevent travel to Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri village, then a trip to Magome-juku will be arranged instead.
Location of goods: Taiko-dori Exit, JR Nagoya Station. Currently under renovation, there are no obvious signs in the vicinity. Please refer to the Google Maps location shown on the product page for the most accurate location.
Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations made at least 41 day(s) prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 5% will apply
- For cancellations made 31 to 40 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 10% will apply
- For cancellations made 21 to 30 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 20 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 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- 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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