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Observatory Ticket Included Shirakawago Lightup Bus Tour from Nagoya

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Observatory Ticket Included Shirakawago Lightup Bus Tour from Nagoya

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18 Jan
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1 Feb
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Standard plan for 2 people/1room (price per person)

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GBP 339.55

Standard plan for 1 people (price per person)

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GBP 363.46

Highlights

  • OBSERVATORY TICKET INCLUDED!
  • Fantastic view of Shirakawa-go Light-up from the observation deck
  • Experience snow play such as snow slider and snowshoe trekking
  • Free time to explore the Takayama old town
  • Enjoy picking ripe strawberries

This tour only allow entry into the village during the light-up hours!
★Entry to the village is also limited to advance ticket sales only!
(No observation deck tickets included)
2026 Shirakawago Light Up 2 Days Tour from Nagoya
Shirakawa-go Light-up will be held again in 2026! Why don't you visit the World Heritage Site Shirakawa-go in its wonderful appearance, only during the winter season? This year, tours with observatory tickets are also available!


Shirakawago Light Up 2026
Shirakawago holds an annual winter-only light-up event. Strolling through the village of gassho-style buildings (unique-to-Shirakawago buildings), covered with snow and lit by warm light, you must feel like you are in another world.


Hotel
You will stay at Hida Hanazato no Yu Takayama Ouan


Snow Playing
Snow slider
Play on several types of sleds on natural slopes. Depending on the sled you choose and the slope, you can enjoy relaxing or thrilling sledding!
Snow shoe trekking
The facility staff will give you a detailed lecture on how to use snowshoes and poles, so even first-timers can enjoy the exhilaration of walking on the snow and running down the slopes.


<Clothing>
・Waterproof warm clothing (like ski wear)
・Snow boots
・Warm gloves, hat, and socks
・Underwear made of material that dries easily.
<What is useful to have>
・Water bottles and other beverages
・Backpack (for your belongings)」
・Sunglasses
・sunscreen
<Rental>
・Waterproof clothing (rental for a fee)
⇒Please bring your own warm clothes as we don't have enough stock.
・Boots (free rental)
⇒ All-season boots up to 30cm (Japanese size) are available.
 However, due to the limited number of boots, we recommend that you bring warm-weather boots.


Takayama Old Town
You have a free-time to stroll around the Old Town. Because you visit there in the morning, you can go to the morning market, where you can enjoy the local atmosphere with fresh vegetables and Takayama crafts. Also, seven sake breweries are clustered there. Some breweries offer sake tasting, while others sell sweets and beauty products made from sake. Check it out!


Strawberry Picking
The tour concludes with strawberry picking! Please enjoy as many delicious Japanese strawberries as you like.

Itinerary

  • 07:30

    Meet up at Nagoya Station
  • Nagoya Station⇒Toyota Shirakawago Eco Institute (3h)

  • 11:00

    Lunch at Toyota Shirakawago Eco Institute
  • 13:00

    playing in the snow at Toyota Shirakawago Eco Institute (snow slider, snow shoe trekking)
  • 15:00

    Toyota Shirakawago Eco Institute⇒ Shirakawago (15 mins)
  • 15:15

    World Heritage site Gassho Village Guided Walk (90 mins)&Shirakawa-go free stroll (90 mins)
  • 18:10

    Entry to observation deck and see Shirakawa-go Light-up (80 mins)
  • 19:30

    Shirakawa-go Light-up⇒ Toyota Shirakawago Eco Institute (15 mins)
  • 19:45

    Toyota Shirakawago Eco Institute⇒ hotel in Takayama (appx. 60 mins)
  • Arrive at the hotel in Takayama city

  • 08:30

    Breakfast at the hotel
  • 09:30

    Meet in front of the hotel (loading luggage onto the bus)⇒parking
  • Takayama Old Town (Miyagawa morning market, San-no-machi guided by a English guide and then free time)

  • 13:00

    Meet at the parking lot
  • parking lot⇒ Strawberry picking (appx. 3h)

  • 15:00

    Strawberry Picking (60 mins/Experience fee included)
  • 16:00

    Strawberry Picking⇒ Nagoya Station (appx. 75mins)
  • 17:50

    Ends at Nagoya Station

What's included

INCLUDED

Accommodation
Lunch on Day1
Breakfast on Day 2
Experience Fee for Strawberry Picking
Admission fee the observatory at Shirakawago
English guide
Air-conditioned bus

NOT INCLUDED

Dinner on Day1
Lunch on Day2

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Additional information

Purchase Notice

Information about lunch on Day 1
Lunch on the first day of this tour is beef curry.
**Please inform us when you make your reservation if you cannot eat beef.
- This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests together.
We might cancel the tour if we do not have at least 10 participants by 30 days before the scheduled departure.
This tour includes the play in the snow. Please prepare and bring clothing and shoes that are suitable for snow playing.
Please note that there is a possibility that the available room types will be divided into Twin and Single rooms.
There may be two beds and one futon.
Reminders
Customer Guidelines:
Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
IMPORTANT: The bus will depart according to the schedule and will not wait for late arrivals.
Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.
The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
This tour basically utilizes a bus, and there may be delays in arrival time due to traffic or other factors.
Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed.
Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
Please refrain from standing up while the bus is in motion.
If you accidentally leave any belongings on the bus, please be aware that they will be disposed of.
Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book. especially if the tour includes lunch.
When picking strawberries
Please listen carefully to and follow the explanations of local staff and guides.
Please do not run in the park.
Please do not pick strawberries outside the range.
Please do not play tricks on the bees.
Please eat strawberries in the greenhouses.
Please do not leave leftovers.
Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
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