Day Tour from Nagoya in Gujo Hachiman Takayama and Shirakawago

Recommended attractions: Gujo Hachiman Castle/Takayama Jinya/Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Go to Gujo Hachiman Castle to visit the exhibitions and historical introductions in the city, stroll along the city trails, and enjoy the natural scenery. Visit Takayama Jinya, explore different areas of the official residence, learn about the life and administrative functions of the Edo period, and understand and appreciate the architectural style and historical background of Jinya. Walk in the famous Shirakawa-go Gassho Village. Shirakawa-go Gassho Village is a typical Japanese mountain village surrounded by mountains. It is also listed as a World Cultural Heritage. A lighting ceremony is held every winter. At this time, Gassho Village will be brightly lit and is called a fairy tale town. This year's lighting dates are: January 13, January 19, January 26, and February 2, 2025. January and February are also the months when Shirakawa-go has the most snowfall.

Itinerary

1. Gujo Hachiman is famous for the "Ogi Water" selected as one of the 100 famous waters and the Gujo dance in summer. Strolling along the traditional and elegant streets such as the Town of Craftsmen and the Thatched Cottage, you will see rows of Japanese houses with gurgling water in front of the houses. In addition, the houses in Yanagimachi retain the style of the samurai town at that time, and its biggest feature is the sleeve wall (a small wall protruding from the plane of the room) at the junction with the neighboring houses.The product does not include tickets for this attraction. If you want to visit this attraction, please book your tickets in advance.Including 1 hour of driving time.The total duration in Tour details includes the time spent on transportation. (3h 30min)
2. Takayama Jinya is the envoy station and Hida County envoy station (Jinya) set up by the Edo Shogunate to manage Hida Province. It is located in Hachiken-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture.The product does not include tickets for this attraction. If you want to visit this attraction, please book your tickets in advance.The total duration in Tour details includes the time spent on transportation. (2h 30min)
3. "Gassho-zukuri" is named because the shape of the house is very sharp, like a pair of closed palms. Shirakawa-go holds the Turbid Sake Festival every autumn to celebrate the harvest of the year, which is also an important festival in the town.Including 1 hour of driving time.The total duration in Tour details includes the time spent on transportation. (4h 0min)