Takayama & Shirakawago Day Trip

Discover the most picturesque places in Japan on this day trip from Nagoya to the historic villages of Takayama and Shirakawago.

Tour Options

During the booking process, you can choose one of the following options:

Takayama & Shirakawago Day Trip

We'll meet at the west exit of Nagoya Station at the indicated time. After approximately 2 hours by bus, we'll arrive in Takayama, a small city in the Hida Mountains. We'll explore Sannomachi Street in the old town, observing traditional wooden houses and temples. There will be free time for lunch at a recommended local restaurant, followed by visits to the Miyagawa and Jinya-mae markets.

Next, we'll travel to Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see its buildings with triangular straw roofs, over 250 years old. We can visit the Ogimachi Castle Observatory Deck for views of Gassho-mura and Mount Hakusan, and stop at the popular Ochiudo Cafe.

We'll return to Nagoya, arriving back at the meeting point after 10 hours.

Schedule: this activity starts at 9 am.

Takayama & Shirakawago Day Trip + Viewpoint

This option follows the same itinerary but includes a visit to a viewpoint in Shirakawago after the café stop. Transportation to the viewpoint is via a shuttle bus, included in the tour. This option lasts an additional 30 minutes, with a departure time at 8:30 am.