Experience the historical and beautiful old thatched houses of Shirakawago and the traditional crafts of Takayama with a licensed guide and vehicle from Kanazawa. Customize your tour and learn about history and culture in a unique way!
- Kanazawa - Begin your journey here! Meet your guide and driver, then head to the stunning Shirakawago!
- Wada House - Discover traditional Japanese farmhouses and their construction. The Wada House is still inhabited today! Adults ¥400 / Children ¥250
- Kanda House - Another exquisite thatched-roof house, standing strong since its construction in 1850. Adults ¥400 / Children ¥200
- Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory - Enjoy breathtaking views of Shirakawa village from these castle ruins.
- Sanmachi Suji - Sanmachi Street is a renowned sightseeing spot in Hida-Takayama. This historic area features houses and shops from the Edo period (1603 - 1868). The street is lined with stores offering local specialties like Japanese sake, senbei (rice crackers), Hida beef barbecue yakiniku, and croquettes. The area buzzes with activity as people shop and dine.
- Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall - Situated outside Takayama’s city center, the Matsuri no Mori (まつりの森, meaning “Festival Forest”) highlights the main elements of the Takayama Festival, held for two days each spring and autumn. This festival is celebrated as one of Japan’s three most beautiful, alongside Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri and the Chichibu Yomatsuri. Entry: 900 yen per adult, 550 yen per senior high school student, 450 yen per junior high school student
- Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato) - Hida Folk Village (飛騨の里, Hida no Sato) is an open-air museum showcasing over 30 traditional houses from the Hida region, a mountainous area in Gifu Prefecture near Takayama. These houses, built during the Edo Period (1603 - 1867), were relocated to form the museum in 1971. Tickets: 700 yen
- Kanazawa - Return to Kanazawa after a delightful day of sightseeing with your private guide. Relax and enjoy the scenery on your way back to the hotel.
- English-speaking guide with a government license
- Fuel, parking, and highway fees included
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees (where applicable)
- Lunch (please inquire with guide about venues)
Visit Shirakawago in the Japanese Alps to see the historical and beautiful old thatched houses of Japan stand strong. These houses are over 150 years old and still are lived in today. After seeing the natural beauty of Shirakawago, head to Takayama to see the various traditional crafts the area keeps alive. Join one of our tour guides and learn about history and culture in a way that you would have never been able to on your own!
This private and customizable tour will take you to Shirakawago and Takayama at your own pace. Once you place your reservation, a guide will be in touch with you to plan out the details of your tour. Be sure to let your guide know where you would like to visit and your interests so they can plan out an itinerary for you! If you will not have time to visit all the sights on your must-see list, contact us directly regarding extension fees.
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- Only one reservation per group allowed. You cannot combine multiple reservations into one group.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.