Shirakawa-Go & Takayama Heritage Private Day Tour

from ¥75,000

Immerse yourself in Japan’s old-world charm on a private full-day tour through Shirakawa-go and Takayama — two of the country’s best-preserved historic towns.
Admire UNESCO-listed gassho-zukuri farmhouses, stroll through Takayama’s beautifully preserved merchant streets, and savor local specialties in the heart of the Japanese Alps.
Travel in comfort with your private driver through scenic mountain roads and picturesque countryside.

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Immerse yourself in Japan’s old-world charm on a private full-day tour through Shirakawa-go and Takayama — two of the country’s best-preserved historic towns.
Admire UNESCO-listed gassho-zukuri farmhouses, stroll through Takayama’s beautifully preserved merchant streets, and savor local specialties in the heart of the Japanese Alps.
Travel in comfort with your private driver through scenic mountain roads and picturesque countryside.

Itinerary Overview

A heritage and nature-filled journey through central Japan’s mountain towns.

08:00 AM – Pick-up from hotel
Your private driver will meet you at your accommodation for a comfortable start to the day.

Takayama Jinya or Morning Market (45 min)
Historic government house and local produce market.

Shirakawa-go Village (1.5–2 hrs)
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage gassho-style thatched houses.

Takayama Old Town (1.5–2 hrs)
Walk along beautifully preserved Edo-period streets with sake breweries and craft shops.

06:00 PM Return to hotel
At the end of the tour, your private driver will bring you back to your accommodation for a relaxing finish to your day.