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Shirakawa-go Day Trip with Bus Tickets from Takayama
Takayama,
Japan
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Overview
Duration
7h 30min
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Embark on a full-day tour to Shirakawa-go from Takayama. Visit the Shiroyama Tenshukaku Observatory, Wada and Nagase Houses, and the Gassho-zukuri Minka-en Open-Air Museum. Learn about the history and culture of the area from your guide.
Start your day with a visit to the Shiroyama Tenshukaku Observatory. Capture breathtaking panoramic views of the gassho-zukuri village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Next, step inside the Wada and Nagase Houses to explore their architectural ingenuity and learn about the lives of the villagers who still call Shirakawa-go home.
Afterward, visit the Gassho-zukuri Minka-en Open-Air Museum. Discover the story behind Shirakawa-go’s preservation and its significance in Japan’s cultural heritage.
What to remember
Important info
Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What's included
Round-trip bus transportation from Takayama. Admission to Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Minka-en Open-Air Museum. English Guided tour of Shirakawa-go. Admission to gassho-zukuri (steep thatched roof) house
What's not included
Approximately 1,000 to 2,000 yen per person
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
DeepExperience
Meeting Point
Please meet your guide in front of the Takayama Information Center located at the East Exit of JR Takayama Station. The guide will be holding a yellow sign with the DeepExperience logo.