Japan · UNESCO Heritage Sites

7-Hour Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Tour from Takayama

7 Hours Round trip from Takayama Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Suganuma, two World Heritage Sites in Gifu Prefecture
02 See traditional Japanese gassho-style houses in historic mountain villages
03 Visit Gassozukuri Minkaen and admire its Gassho-Zukuri styled minka village
04 Enjoy lunch at the Tenshukaku observatory in Shirakawa-go

Explore two World Heritage Sites in Gifu Prefecture on this tour from Takayama: Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Suganuma. Known for their traditional Japanese gassho-style houses, these villages offer a glimpse into Japan's historic rural heritage. Visit Gassozukuri Minkaen, enjoy lunch at the Tenshukaku observatory, and discover the distinctive character of these famous mountain villages.

Explore two World Heritage Sites in Gifu Prefecture on this tour from Takayama: Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Suganuma.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

City Takayama

Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Takayama to Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Suganuma

Pick up from your hotel in Takayama city.
Ride the tour bus to your destination.
Visit Suganuma village, one of the villages in the Gokayama region that has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995.
Explore Shirakawa, a village located in Ono District, Gifu Prefecture.
Enjoy lunch at the Tenshukaku observatory in Shirakawa-go.
Marvel at the Gassho-Zukuri styled minka village.
Return to Takayama city.