Shirakawago and Hirayu Onsen Tour

On this tour, we'll learn about Japanese rural life by visiting the historic village of Shirakawago and enjoying the hot springs of Hirayu Onsen.

Shirakawago and Hirayu Onsen Tour

At the agreed time, we'll meet at the Shirakawago bus station, where we'll take a public bus to start this tour of rural life in Japan.

First, we'll tour the village of Shirakawago to learn about its history. This place is protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Features include houses with triangular roofs made of straw, ponds, and rice fields.

Then, we'll visit the Wada family home to see what a typical Japanese home looks like. We will also encounter various tools related to sericulture. Our guide will provide information about everything we find.

Afterward, we'll return to the bus and head to Hirayu Onsen, the thermal village in the Japanese Alps. After an hour and a half's journey, we'll be able to enjoy a dip in the thermal pools, where soaking is part of a purification ritual.

With our bodies relaxed, we'll take a walk to discover the Hirayu Waterfalls. During the trek, we will be surrounded by the tranquility and beauty of nature.

Finally, we will take you to Takayama station and say our goodbyes after 8 hours of touring.