1-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago
Hidden high in the mountains of central Japan, far from the hustle and bustle of metropolises like Tokyo and Osaka, lie the quaint and well-preserved townscapes of Takayama and Shirakawa-go. Once a direct land holding of the Shogun, Takayama will enthrall you with its beautiful woodwork and traditional streets that offer a more relaxed beauty than cities such as Kyoto and Kanazawa. Shirakawa-go, on the other hand, offers a great example of the village-life experienced by Japanese farmers of ages past, and still experienced today by those lucky few who call it their home. Led by a locally-based and English-speaking guide, this experience will enthrall you with visions of life in Japan during an era very different from our own.
Options
End the tour at Kanazawa St
Start the tour from Takayama and end at Kanazawa Station
What's included in 1-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Takayama Jinya
Tour the inside of the Takayama Jinya, a beautiful centuries old government outpost built for the Shogun’s representatives, and learn about the history and industry of Takayama.
Sanmachi Suji
Explore the traditional “Sanmachi” district in the heart of Takayama. Lead by your knowledgeable tour guide, you will have a chance to see some of the woodwork this region is famous for and take in its scenic streets.
Hida-Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market
Try and sample the local delicacies of Takayama a great way to take a culinary tour of the city and get your day-off to a delicious start!
Inclusions
- English speaking guide
- Entrance to the Takayama Jinya
- Transportation between all destinations
- Guided walks at both Takayama and Shirakawa-go
- Lunch
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please make sure you choose the correct option. Depending on the day, the tour offers ONLY drop off at Takayama Station
End Points
- Please make sure you choose the correct option. Depending on the day, the tour offers ONLY drop off at Kanazawa Station
- Please make sure you choose the correct option. Depending on the day, the tour offers ONLY drop off at Takayama Station
