Shirakawa-go from Takayama/Nagoya One day Bus ticket

Immerse yourself in the special charm of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the history and architecture of its iconic gassho-zukuri houses. As it is a self-guided tour, you can enjoy meals and sightseeing at your own pace. Enjoy a hassle-free journey from Nagoya to Shirakawa-go, with non-stop direct bus service. Please select an option with one-way or round trip bus tickets. One-way ticket from Nagoya to shirakawa-go: 6:45 AM from Nagoya 10:35 AM at Shirakawa-go One-way ticket from Shirakawa-go to Nagoya: 2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal 6:10 PM in Nagoya One-way ticket from Nagoya to shirakawa-go: 9:40 AM from Takayama green Hotel 10:35 AM at Shirakawa-go One-way ticket from Shirakawa-go to Takayama: 2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal 3:15 PM in Takayama

1. 1

   Shirakawago

   3.2 hours

   11:05-14:15 Indulge in the extraordinary charm of Shirakawago, where the iconic Gassho-style houses bring history to life. This tour allows you to delve into the stories embedded in the village's architecture and immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of its landscapes. With a seamless journey from Nagoya and the freedom to explore at your own pace, this tour promises an enriching and memorable experience of Japan's cultural heritage.

2. 2

   Shirakawago Gassho Zukuri Minkaen

   1 min

   A museum that preserves and displays 25 Gassho-zukuri buildings, including 9 that are designated as prefectural important cultural properties. In addition to the main house, there are shrines, the main hall of the temple, and a watermill, and you can even tour the attic of the main house. Among them, the Yamashita family is one of the few remaining 18th-century gassho-zukuri houses in Shirakawa Village.

3. 3

   Nagase house

   1 min

   nagase house is a 5-story Gassho style house, and on the first floor there is a magnificent Buddhist altar said to be made 500 years ago, as well as works of art and fixtures on display.

4. 4

   Wada House

   1 min

   It is one of the largest gassho-zukuri structures in the world heritage area, and is the only one designated as an important national cultural property. Explore inside Gassho-style houses open to the public. (Wada House)

5. 5

   Stop 5

   1 min

   It is a medieval mountain castle built on a steep cliff, and is the best photo spot with an exceptional view of the Shirakawa-go gassho-zukuri village spreading out below.

6. 6

   Kanda house

   1 min

   Please take a look at the gassho-style interior structure, which took about 10 years to complete.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please check VIP LINER official website for the operation status of the bus on the day of departure.
• The tour schedule may be slightly changed depending on traffic.
• To prevent travel delays, please arrive at the designated location 10 minutes early.
• Smoking, including electronic and smokeless cigarettes, is prohibited in the vehicle.
• Pets are not allowed in the passenger area or the trunk.

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