• Ainokura - Arrive at Ainokura Village, the most remote of the Gokayama World Heritage sites. Enjoy a guided tour of this tranquil community and participate in a hands-on traditional papermaking workshop.
• Suganuma - Proceed to Suganuma Village, a charming riverside settlement renowned for its well-preserved gassho-zukuri houses. Explore a museum showcasing the village’s historical role in producing materials for traditional gunpowder, then enjoy some leisure time to explore and have lunch at a local eatery or picnic-style.
• Shirakawa-mura - Arrive at Shirakawa-go, the most renowned of the three UNESCO-listed villages. Stroll through the historic village with your guide, visit one of the traditional farmhouses, and, weather permitting, head to the famous lookout point for breathtaking panoramic views.

• English-speaking guide
• Entry to the museum at Suganuma
• Transportation from Takayama to (Gokayama) Ainokura, Suganuma, and Shirakawa-go
• Guided walks at (Gokayama) Ainokura, Suganuma, and Shirakawa-go
• Traditional papermaking experience

• Lunch

Embark on a captivating one-day journey from Takayama to the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Gokayama and Shirakawa-go, showcasing Japan’s rich cultural legacy. Discover the tranquil Ainokura village, engage in a traditional papermaking workshop, and wander through the picturesque streets of Suganuma. The tour concludes in Shirakawa-go, renowned for its distinctive thatched-roof farmhouses, offering breathtaking views and leisure time to absorb the ambiance. An English-speaking guide will provide fascinating insights into the region’s history and architecture, offering a valuable perspective on Japan’s rural lifestyle.

• Explore three UNESCO World Heritage villages: Ainokura, Suganuma, and Shirakawa-go
• Participate in a hands-on traditional papermaking experience in Ainokura
• Discover Shirakawa-go, with opportunities to visit a farmhouse and enjoy panoramic views from the lookout point
• Available year-round, the tour departs at 9:00 A.M. from Takayama Station and returns at approximately 5:30 P.M.

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