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Gokayama Snow Light-Up, Bokka no Sato & Dinner from Nagoya

Nagoya, Japanby Tour&Charter International

10.5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 45 travelers
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Guide: Japanese, English, Chinese (China)

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Overview

Experience the magical beauty of winter Japan on a special day trip from Nagoya, highlighted by the spectacular Gokayama Snow Light-Up. Begin your journey at Bokka no Sato, where you can enjoy beautiful snowy scenery and interact with adorable animals. Afterward, savor a Japanese dinner featuring grilled beef on a ceramic plate and a warming tofu hot pot. The highlight is the UNESCO World Heritage village of Gokayama. See traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses surrounded by snow and beautifully illuminated at night. The glowing lights and snow-covered roofs create a magical winter atmosphere. At around 7:00 PM, enjoy a traditional local folk performance, adding an authentic cultural touch to this unforgettable winter experience. Discover Japan’s snowy countryside, cuisine, culture, and the breathtaking Gokayama illumination on this memorable day trip from Nagoya.

What's included

Driver/guide
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

1
Stop 1
1.2 hours
Enjoy the beautiful winter scenery of Bokka no Sato, surrounded by a sparkling blanket of snow. Take in the peaceful snowy landscape and enjoy heartwarming encounters with adorable animals. Experience the charm of the Japanese countryside in winter and create unforgettable memories in this magical snow-covered setting.
2
Miboro Dam
50 min
Enjoy a hearty Japanese dinner at Miboro Lake Drive-In. Savor tender beef grilled on a ceramic plate together with a warming tofu hot pot and a variety of traditional side dishes. A delicious and comforting meal is the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter evening.
3
Gokayama
1.7 hours
Go to the off-beaten-track gassho-zukuri farmhouse group Suganuma of Gokayama located in Toyama Prefecture with rich natural resources. Make the full experience of strolling across the village and viewing night illumination! There will also be chance to enjoy Gokayama treasurable folk song performance.

Meeting and pickup

Departure Point: Please gather at 12:20 am at Shinkansen ESCA Underground Street Tour Counter ※Located at Underground 1st Floor, McDonald is the nearby landmark.

End point

Departure Point: Please gather at 12:20 am at Shinkansen ESCA Underground Street Tour Counter ※Located at Underground 1st Floor, McDonald is the nearby landmark.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In case of traffic congestion or other reasons, arrival time at Nagoya Station may be delayed.

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This tour is mixed riding with Japan local tourists, basically a Japanese tour guide will use Japanese for explanation.
Participants can not specify or choose seats on the tour bus. In addition, if number of participants is in singular, you may need to sit with other participants.
If you don't like beef, you can change it to pork or chicken. We also cater for shojin ryori, vegetarian, gluten-free, etc. Advance requests are required, so please fill in the form when making your reservation.
In case of inevitable or uncontrollable changes in the tour schedule, time shorten or delay, etc., our company will not take any responsibility and make any refund, please kindly be noted in advance.
Please wear adequate warm clothing during your journey. In addition, some roads and places are frozen and very slippery, please wear winter boots and non-slippery shoes for joining.
Tour fee for Child (0 to 5 years old) only included seat on the bus.
Seats will be provided for children aged 0-5, but they will not be child seats.
The guide can speak English, so you can participate without any worries.
The guide will not provide detailed information about history or other tourist information. The guide will only provide necessary information in English.
At Bokka no Sato, snow sledding costs approximately 1,000 yen per person.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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