Cultural Treasures of Takayama & Shirakawago

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3 days 2 nights
Japan
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Difficulty
Easy
Comfort
Midscale
Upscale
Group size
1-20 tourists,
over 10 y.o.

Step into a quieter world where mountains hold ancient secrets, wooden shrines whisper prayers of centuries past, and rivers glisten beneath crimson bridges. If you’ve ever longed to see Japan beyond the cities—authentic, timeless, and deeply human—this journey through Takayama and Shirakawago will stay with you long after you’ve returned home.

Explore the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawago, where steep thatched rooftops rise like hands in prayer. Wander temple-lined paths on the Higashiyama walking trail, discover mysterious Buddhist paintings of the afterlife, and ride a rickshaw through the heart of old Takayama. Hike through pristine forest trails to a majestic waterfall and soak in an open-air hot spring surrounded by nature. You’ll visit sacred shrines, ancient trees, hidden caves, and traditional houses that tell stories older than modern memory.

Guided by locals who bring each moment to life, you’ll travel comfortably by foot, carriage, and rickshaw—staying in cozy accommodations and enjoying authentic Japanese meals along the way. This is more than just a tour—it’s a journey into the living soul of Japan. Join us and uncover a side of the country most never see!

*This is private tour.
Takayama & Shirakawa-go 2 days tour 380000 yen / group
Takayama & Shirakawa-go 3 days tour 500000 yen / group

from
$2,642
per tourist for 3 days
Departing from
Japan, 〒506-0053 Gifu, Takayama, Showamachi, 1 Chome−22-2 高山駅
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Tour highlights

Timeless Shirakawa-go
Wander through the UNESCO-listed village with iconic gassho-zukuri houses and glimpse rural life frozen in time
Hot Springs in the Wild
Soak in a traditional onsen surrounded by untouched forest after a scenic hike to a powerful mountain waterfall
Living Japanese Culture
Visit shrines, sample local cuisine, and hear the stories behind each gate, bridge, and stone from your local guide

Route details

Day 1
Whispers of the Mountains & Village Time
  • Shirakawa-go
    • 2 hours walking in UNESCO world heritage site
      • You can learn how Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri is made and how the villagers live
    • Wada House
      • You can enter the traditional house of gassho-zukuri
      • Guide will everything explain inside the gassho house
  • Lunch in restaurant (included in the tour fee)
  • Big waterfall + Giant tree + Hot spring in nature
    • Hirayunomori
      • Enter a traditional Japanese hot spring and relieve the fatigue of hiking (Hiking time: 1 hour)
    • Hirayu Waterfall
      • You can see a dynamic Hirayu waterfall and a 1000 years old giant tree called Oo-nezuko
Day 2
Temples, Traditions & Rickshaw Trails
Day 3
Hiking Mont-Deus and Cultural Sites
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age

Accommodation

Comfort
Midscale
Upscale

The hotel is not included.

Tour conditions

Included
  • tour guide fee;
  • transportation by private bus or taxi;
  • special lunch for 2-3 days.
Extras
  • facility entrance fee / service fee;
  • hotel (where you are going to stay during the 3 days tour);
  • entrance fee of all places;
  • entry/Admission fee – The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses;
  • entry/Admission fee – Wada House;
  • entry/Admission fee – Hirayunomori;
  • entry/Admission fee – Takayama Jinya;
  • entry/Admission fee – Shinhotaka Ropeway.
Group size
1-20 tourists, over 10 y.o.
Duration
3 days
2 nights

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • towel for hot spring;
  • shoes for hiking;
  • rainwear (if you need).
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