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Shirakawago and Kanazawa Tour from Tokyo by Private Car

By The Washoku Club Culture and Food Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 29,384 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Embark on an exclusive full-day journey by private air-conditioned car to discover two of Japan’s most enchanting destinations. Begin with a visit to the picturesque village of Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its iconic gassho-zukuri houses with steep thatched roofs, creating a timeless and fairy-tale atmosphere. Enjoy free time to wander through the village at your own pace and take in the beauty of the surroundings, with the option to enjoy a traditional local lunch.

Continue your journey to Kanazawa, starting with the serene Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s most celebrated landscape gardens, where crystal-clear ponds, elegant stone bridges, and centuries-old trees create a perfect balance between nature and traditional Japanese aesthetics.

The experience concludes in the historic Higashi Chaya District, where cobblestone streets and beautifully preserved teahouses evoke the refined world of geishas, offering a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural heritage.

Activity location
  • Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

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Shirakawago and Kanazawa Tour from Tokyo by Private Car
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
P 29,383.99 x 1 AdultP 29,383.99
Total
Price is P 29,383.99
Until Wed, Mar 11

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    6-8 Hours of culture private tour with local Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bilingual guide in English and Japanese
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ac Private Car
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pick up
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance to Kenrokuen Garden
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tipping

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Shirakawago
  • 2h
The first stop is the charming village of Shirakawago, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picturesque village is famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri houses, with steep thatched roofs shaped like praying hands, designed to withstand heavy snowfall. Then, board the bus and head towards Kenrokuen Garden for the next part of the journey.
Kenrokuen Garden
  • 2h
The tour continues to Kenrokuen, considered one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens and a true oasis of art and nature. Its ponds reflecting trees and flowers, elegant bridges, stone lanterns, and carefully designed pathways offer a unique experience of harmony and tranquility, no matter the season. Then walk to the Higashi Chaya district.
Higashichaya Old Town
  • 1h
After visiting the garden, the itinerary heads to the historic district of Higashi Chaya. Step into the historic district of Higashi Chaya and wander along its picturesque cobblestone streets, framed by beautifully preserved teahouses that echo the elegance of the Edo period. Renowned for its geishas, who continue to uphold Japan’s traditional arts, this district offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and living tradition—an ideal setting for a truly authentic Japanese experience.
Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba
  • 2h
Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba Your guide will bid you farewell as you board the train back to Tokyo. Relax and enjoy the comfortable journey as you retrace your route through the scenic landscapes of Japan. Your tour concludes upon arrival at Tokyo Station, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Shirakawago and Kanazawa.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

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