Full Day Private Tour in Takayama and Shirakawago

Experience our Full Day Private Tour in Takayama and Shirakawago! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Japan as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Takayama and Shirakawago. Travelers to this region can experience the natural beauty and traditional Japanese culture by visiting The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and the Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory. They can also explore the must-see attractions of Takayama town and learn about the local culture and history with the assistance of a well-trained and organized English-speaking driver as a guide. We'll greet you directly at the city center or hotels and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day. Leave the details to us as we escort you on an extraordinary adventure, crafting memories that will stand the test of time!

1. 1

   Takayama

   45 min

   This captivating Takayama excursion commences at the center of Takayama city or hotels. Step into a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle, embarking on a 45-minutes journey through the scenic beauty of Japan.

2. 2

   The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

   2 hours

   Historic villages of Shirakawago and Gokayama are a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for their traditional farmhouses with thatched roofs. The roofs are made without using a single nail and are designed to withstand heavy snow.

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   Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory

   20 min

   Ogi-machi Gassho Style Village spreads out across the landscape below this observation area, the view is exceptional. It is the best point for photography lovers.

4. 4

   Wada House

   40 min

   The Wada House is the largest traditional gassho-style farmhouse in Shirakawa-go. Built late in the Edo period (1603–1867), the house reflects the wealth and status of the Wada family, which for centuries was the largest landowner in the village of Ogimachi and whose members held the hereditary position of village headman (nanushi).

5. 5

   Hida-Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market

   1 hour

   The Miyagawa Morning Market is well known and is bustling from the early morning as the main tourist attraction in Hida-Takayama. It is said the Miyagawa Morning Market originated in the early 1800’s as a mulberry tree market for sericulture held within the Takayama Betsuin Temple. Since then, for over 100 years the market was held in different locations, but settled in its current location around 1960.

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   Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato)

   1 hour

   Hida Folk Village, Hida-no-Sato is an open-air museum of about 30 old farmhouses illustrating traditional architectural styles of Japan's mountainous regions. Of particular interest are the thatched and shingled roofs, such as the gassho-zukuri style buildings.

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   Takayama Betsuin Shorenji Temple

   30 min

   Takayama Betsuin Shorenji Temple is a Buddhist temple in Takayama. It is located around a five-minute walk from JR Takayama Station. The temple's three-story pagoda was built in 1820. Inside the main building, there is a Buddhist statue believed to have been made during the Heian period. Don't forget to notice the large gingko tree on the temple grounds, which is over 1,260 years old.

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   Takayama Jinya

   1 hour

   Takayama Jinya is a surviving Edo period Jinya that served as the Daikansho for Hida Province under the Tokugawa shogunate in Japan from 1692 to 1871. It is located in what is now Hachiken-machi of Takayama City in Gifu Prefecture. . It has been protected as a National Historic Landmark since 1929.

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   Takayama Jinya

   1 hour

   After the guided tour, relish in 1 hour of free time. Your guide will drop you off at a convenient location, allowing you to savor lunch and indulge in some retail therapy.

10. 10

    Takayama

    45 min

    After a day filled with delights, our comfortable private vehicle will whisk you back to your hotel or city center, brimming with cherished memories. Trust our decade-long expertise in organizing private tours and exploring the city view with utmost comfort and peace of mind.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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