Shirakawago Private Tour from Gifu Hashima Shinaksen Station

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8 hours to 10 hours

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English-speaking guide
Transportation amenities
highway tolls
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Food and drink
Entrance fees for Wada house and Myozenji Temple (300-1,000 yen per place)

Overview

Shirakawago is a beautiful World Heritage Site. The pictures of snow-covered triangular houses make everyone want to visit once. There houses are found only in this region of Japan. So it offers a unique blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and authentic experiences, making it an unforgettable destination for travelers from around the world. This tour is particularly suitable if you are staying in Kyoto or Osaka.

Meeting Point

Our guide waits outside the bullet train gate of the Gifu-Hashima Station. From Kyoto, Osaka, etc. please take the Shinkansen to Gifu-Hashima Station. The ride from Kyoto to Gifu-Hashima takes about 40 minutes. Please purchase your own tickets to Gifu-Hashima Station.

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1. Shirakawago You will visit the streets of Ogimachi village in Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are many Gassho-zukuri houses lined along the streets. Upon request, we will also take you to local private houses that are open to the public. There you can observe the history of the village, lifestyle of the locals, etc. The architecture that does not use nails is also very interesting. During the visit, you can enter the local houses, museums, etc. if you like. Entrance fees are payable on site. Lunch is available in the village. However, it takes time when it is crowded. Your will stay in the Shirakawago area for 2 hours, or 3 hours if you take lunch in the village. Please note that one way from Gifu-Hashima station to Shirakawago takes about 2.5 hours by car. In case of snow, the maximum speed on the highway is reduced. In such cases, the time spent in Shirakawago may be shortened. 2 hours 10 minutes

2. Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory A ruin of castle overlooking the Shirakawago Ogimachi village. A must visit photography spot. Currently, cars are not allowed to go up to the operatory area. However, it is easy 15-minutes walk from the village, or you can take a shuttle bus if you like (fee not included) 50 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is optimized with those staying in Kyoto/Osaka in mind. The meeting point for this tour is the Gifu-Hashima Station of the Shinkansen. This station is easily accessible from Kyoto and Shin-Osaka stations. About 40 minutes from Kyoto by Kodama/Hikari trains. Nozomi trains do not stop at this station.
Shinkansen bullet train tickets are not included in the tour price. We do not arrange tickets either. Shinkansen tickets can be purchased at JR station ticket counters or ticket vending machines. JR Pass can be used if you have one.
We can advise you which Shinkansen train to take. Contact us where you are staying.
Travel Time. Please note that the one-way trip from Gifu-Hashima Station (pick-up point) to Shirakawago takes at least 2.5 hours. So a return trip takes five hours in the car. If there is snow or heavy rain, it will take longer.
You will have lunch either at a restaurant inside Shirakawa-go or along the way. You will have to wait in line during busy times, so please allow one hour for lunch.
According to Japanese law, child seats are mandatory for children under 140 cm in height. However only two child safety seats can be provided. Please let us know the age and height of your child. Japanese law requires a child safety seat for children under 140 cm in height. If your group includes more than two children who are less than 140cm tall, you cannot join this tour.
In the event of heavy snowfall, the bullet train may be disrupted or significantly delayed. Be sure to check the Shinkansen web site. Please note that your late cancellation will result in no refunds.
If heavy snow is forecasted or a highway closure is scheduled, the tour will be cancelled. There is no alternative route. Please understand this in advance.
The price of this tour does not include entrance fees to museums, temples, shrines, castles, etc. If you wish to visit such facilities, please pay by cash on site.
Our car is 8-seater van. If there are four or less passengers, then you can sit comfortably in our car. If there are more people than that, three people will sit in a row.
If there are four or more passengers, our car will not have space for a wheelchair. Wheelchairs are available for rent in Shirakawa-go, but cannot be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you are prone to carsickness, you may want to take some medicine. You will be in the car for up to 6 hours.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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