A one-day tour of ancient Japanese towns: Hida Highlands + Gunjo Hachiman + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village
A one-day tour of ancient Japanese towns: Hida Highlands + Gunjo Hachiman + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village
A one-day tour of ancient Japanese towns: Hida Highlands + Gunjo Hachiman + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village
A one-day tour of ancient Japanese towns: Hida Highlands + Gunjo Hachiman + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village
A one-day tour of ancient Japanese towns: Hida Highlands + Gunjo Hachiman + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village
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A one-day tour of ancient Japanese towns: Hida Highlands + Gunjo Hachiman + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village

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Highlights

Stroll through the picturesque World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go, where winter snow creates a fairy-tale scene and every season offers its own beauty. Visitors can admire the charming gassho-zukuri village scenery and experience the unique charm of rural Japan.
Gujo Hachiman is renowned for its pristine water sources, ancient castle, and the summer Gujo Odori dance, earning it the nickname "Water Castle Town" and brimming with traditional charm.
The Hida Highlands is a tourist area centered around traditional architecture and mountainous natural views, primarily featuring ancient streets and Shirakawa-go.
Package and price
Date of use
2026-10-12
2026-10-13
2026-10-14
All
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Package
English
From$44.03
Quantity
Number of people
1
Overview
Departs from Nagoya
Starts at 8:20 AM and ends at 7:30 PM
Reception (English)
Transportation options: Bus, car (type to be confirmed)
Details
Meet at meeting point
8:20 AM meet at In front of the silver monument (clock tower) at the west plaza of Nagoya Station., Nagoya Details
Meet at 8:20 AM / Depart at 8:30 AM. Please proceed to the Taiko-dori Exit of JR Nagoya Station. After exiting the station, head to the west plaza in front of Nagoya Station and meet at the silver monument (clock tower) opposite the "Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center (Taiko-dori Exit)". Look for the blue "Wonder Tour" flag; staff will be waiting there.
Transportation via Bus
Travel time: Approx. 1 hour20 minutes
Gujohachimankitamachi - Preservation Districts for Groups of Historic Buildings Details
View from outside
 
View from outside
 
Free attraction
 
Entry tickets included
Gujo Hachiman is a historic small town in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its well-preserved Edo-period streets and traditional culture.
1 hour
Transportation via Bus
Travel time: Approx. 1 hour10 minutes
Lunch
At your own expense
Lunch is not included in this itinerary. There are many dining options in Hida Takayama Old Town, so please feel free to enjoy them at your leisure during your free time.
30 minutes
Hidakochi Details
Enter attraction
 
Enter attraction
 
Free attraction
 
Entry tickets included
Gifu Prefecture is a famous historic town that preserves Edo-period architecture, boasting rich traditional culture and beautiful views. This itinerary does not include lunch, so please arrange your own meals during the visit.
2 hours
Transportation via Bus
Travel time: Approx. 1 hour
Shirakawa-go Details
Enter attraction
 
Enter attraction
 
Free attraction
 
Entry tickets included
Shirakawa-go is located in Gifu Prefecture, famous for its Gassho-style villages that preserve traditional thatched-roof houses. The winter snowscape is particularly spectacular, and it's a UNESCO World Heritage site.
1 hour35 minutes
Transportation via Bus
Travel time: Approx. 2 hours55 minutes
Return to designated point
7:30 PM return to Nagoya Station,
Dismissal at Nagoya station
All times are in local time and may change due to weather, road conditions, or other factors. Thank you for your understanding.
What's included