• The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses - Explore the world heritage site of Shirakawago at your own pace. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the countryside and savor a delightful lunch featuring mountain cuisine.
• Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory - Experience the stunning view of Shirakawago village from the optimal angle and height.
• Wada House - Discover the interior of the Gassho Zukuri House at Wada House and admire the impressive architectural details of this unique structure.

Admission fee:

• General individual Adults (junior high school students and above): 400 yen; children (elementary school students): 200 yen.

• General group (20 people or more) Adult: 350 yen

• Disabled individual Adult: 200 yen (disability certificate required, person only)

• Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato) - Hida Folk Village (Hida no Sato) is an open-air museum showcasing over 30 traditional houses from the Hida region, a mountainous area in Gifu Prefecture near Takayama. These houses, built during the Edo Period (1603–1867), were relocated to form the museum in 1971. The museum, with its village-like atmosphere, features buildings such as the former village head’s house, logging huts, storehouses, and several gassho-zukuri farmhouses. These large farmhouses are named for their steep thatched roofs, resembling hands joined in prayer (“gassho”). They were moved here from nearby Shirakawago, where gassho-zukuri houses contribute to the region’s World Heritage status.

• Takayama Jinya - Due to its valuable timber resources, the Hida Region around Takayama was placed under the direct control of the Tokugawa Shogunate in 1692. Takayama Jinya served as the local government office, led by officials from Edo (now Tokyo). The building complex was in official use until 1969 and is now open to the public as a museum. It includes various well-preserved tatami mat rooms that once served as offices, conference rooms, guest rooms, and living spaces. There is also a fascinating interrogation room. Next to the main building stands a large storehouse, built in the 1600s. Known as the largest traditional rice storehouse in Japan, it now serves as a museum, displaying the belongings and official documents of past feudal lords, old maps of the Hida Region, and historic town plans.

• Kamisannomachi - The Kamisannomachi area is renowned for its charming atmosphere, with narrow streets lined with willow trees and iconic features like latticed windows and wooden facades. Many shops offer local crafts, sweets, and other regional specialties, including Hida beef and sake.

• Takayama Betsuin Shorenji Temple - Located about a five-minute walk from JR Takayama Station, Takayama Betsuin Shorenji Temple is a significant Buddhist temple in Takayama. Its famous three-story pagoda was constructed in 1820. A Buddhist statue, believed to have been created during the Heian period, is enshrined in the main building. Be sure to notice the enormous gingko tree on the grounds, which is over 1,260 years old.

• Private transportation
• Customizable tour with option to add 2-3 personal site choices
• Complimentary bottled water
• English-speaking driver
• Air-conditioned vehicles
• Fuel surcharges included

• Lunch
• Snacks
• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees

We are based in the Hokuriku region and are well aware of the hidden beauty of this region. As we have been in this field for many years, our service will define itself.

Travelers to this region will be welcomed and will visualize the natural beauty, and traditional Japanese culture by visitIng The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go, Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory, following Takayama towns’ must-see attractions and learn more about their culture and history along the way. We have a well-trained and organized English-speaking driver as guide.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.