Nagoya Historic Villages And Folk Culture Private Day Tour
This immersive day tour from Nagoya unveils Japan's timeless charm through the preserved Edo-era streets of Takayama and UNESCO-listed Shirakawa-go. Travelers step back in time at Takayama's historic government house and stroll through atmospheric merchant quarters, then explore traditional thatched-roof villages showcasing ingenious mountain lifestyles. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and nature lovers, the journey blends architectural wonders with alpine scenery, offering rare insights into rural Japanese heritage. The compact itinerary suits first-time visitors and history-focused travelers seeking authentic experiences beyond modern cities.
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7 Seat & Basic English Driver
Toyota Alphard
Pickup included
What's included in Nagoya Historic Villages And Folk Culture Private Day Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Step into Japan’s Edo period at this rare, fully preserved regional government headquarters. Visitors explore authentic samurai-era offices, courtrooms, and storehouses, gaining insight into feudal governance. The minimalist architecture and tranquil garden reflect the austere elegance of historical administration, offering a tangible connection to how rulers managed mountainous Hida province 200 years ago.
Wander through Takayama’s “Little Kyoto,” where latticed wooden merchant houses from the 1600s line cobblestone lanes. This living museum showcases traditional sake breweries, craft shops, and Edo-period townhouses, evoking the ambiance of a bygone trading post. The district’s unchanged facades and artisan workshops invite travelers to visualize daily life in a thriving feudal-era commercial hub.
Discover ingenious mountain survival at this open-air museum featuring over 30 steeply thatched gassho-zukuri farmhouses. Visitors explore relocated Edo-era dwellings, learning how villagers adapted to harsh winters through multi-story silk farming and communal living. Interactive displays of traditional tools and hearth-centered layouts reveal the resourcefulness of Japan’s alpine communities.
Inclusions
- Petrol/Gas
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Highway Tolls
- Food and drinks
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All services do not include entrance fees to attractions!!! Additional tickets are required for the Takayama Jinya and Hida no Sato.
- The service hours are from 8:00 to 22:00 on the same day. For services outside of the regular hours, a night service fee of 215 HKD per day will be charged, and this fee should be paid in cash to the driver on site.
- For overtime services, the charge is 257 HKD per hour, and any fraction of an hour will be rounded up to one hour. This fee should also be paid in cash to the driver on site.
- If the driver-guide needs to accompany the guests and enter the attractions, the guests will be responsible for the driver-guide's entrance fees, parking fees at the attractions, and an additional fee of 430 HKD per day. This should be communicated in advance.
- If assistance with check-in or check-out procedures is required, an additional fee of 107 HKD per service will be charged.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The pick-up address needs to be a hotel in the Nagoya metropolitan area. If the pick-up address is beyond the Nagoya metropolitan area, an additional fee will be charged by the driver and the amount will vary depending on the mileage exceeded. The driver will be waiting at the hotel.
