7-Hour Shirakawa-go Day Trip from Kanazawa with Scenic Mountain Drive

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ogimachi Village and its traditional farmhouses
• 02 Enjoy a scenic mountain drive through central Japan
• 03 Explore historic Gassho-zukuri architecture designed to withstand heavy snow
• 04 Take in panoramic views from Shiroyama Viewpoint

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go on this 7-hour private tour from Kanazawa. Discover the iconic Gassho-zukuri farmhouses, designed to withstand heavy snow, as you explore Ogimachi Village with its historic architecture and local crafts. Enjoy a scenic mountain drive through central Japan and take in breathtaking panoramic views from Shiroyama Viewpoint. You will also have time to enjoy a traditional Japanese lunch with Hida beef or soba noodles while learning about the resilience and history of this unique alpine community.

Enjoy a local lunch and try Hida beef or soba noodles.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Kanazawa

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Shirakawa-go and Ogimachi Village Excursion from Kanazawa

• 09:30 AM Pick-up at your hotel in Kanazawa.
• 09:40 AM Departure for Shirakawa-go via expressways.
• 11:10 AM Arrival at Shirakawa-go (Ogimachi Village).
• 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM Free time for exploration.
• Enjoy a local lunch and try Hida beef or soba noodles.
• Visit Wada-ke or Nagase-ke, traditional Gassho-zukuri houses.
• Take the shuttle bus or walk to the Shiroyama Viewpoint.
• Stroll through the village and shop for local crafts.
• 02:30 PM Departure from Shirakawa-go.
• 04:00 PM Drop-off at Kanazawa Station or your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guide fee
• Transportation
• Gas
• Toll fee

What's Not Included

• Parking fee at Shirakawa-go: 2,000 JPY per vehicle
• Lunch: 2,000 - 3,000 JPY per person
• Museum admission (Wada-ke, etc.): 400 JPY for adults, 200 JPY for children per house
• Lookout shuttle bus: 300 JPY per person (one-way)
• Guide expenses, including lunch, entrance fees, and shuttle bus
• Gratuities at your discretion

What to bring

• Winter: Please wear thick, warm clothing and waterproof footwear, such as snow or rain boots, as temperatures are low and paths can be slippery.
• Summer: The sun can be quite strong in the mountains; we recommend bringing sunglasses and sunscreen for protection.
• Year-round: Weather in the mountains can be unpredictable. Please bring rain gear or an umbrella, as it can rain at any time regardless of the season.

Know before you go

• Guide expenses: Please note that the guest is responsible for covering the guide's lunch, entrance fees, and shuttle bus.
• Gratuities: In accordance with industry custom, gratuities are at your discretion but are greatly appreciated if you are satisfied with the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kanazawa Station or your hotel

Tour start

日本、岐阜県大野郡白川村

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.