Shirakawago and Kanazawa Day Trip from Kanazawa

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8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the most authentic essence of Japan on an unforgettable journey from Kanazawa Station to the charming village of Shirakawago. A magical place designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its gassho-zukuri houses with steep thatched roofs evoke a landscape frozen in time. Enjoy free time to explore the village at your own pace and savor a traditional lunch surrounded by a dreamlike setting.

Begin your day at the majestic Kenrokuen Garden, a peaceful haven famous for its harmony between nature and Japanese art. Stroll among crystal-clear ponds, stone bridges, and centuries-old trees.

If selected the option with Kanazawa, continue the experience in the Nishi Chaya District or Nagamachi, depending on the day, where cobblestone streets and traditional teahouses will transport you to the era of geishas and samurais, offering a unique atmosphere full of history.

Return to Kanazawa with unforgettable memories from a day that perfectly blends history, culture, and nature.

What's Included

Transportation from the meeting point
Bilingual guide in English and Spanish
Entrance to Kenrokuen Garden
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet the guide at the meeting point, Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, 1 Chome-8 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0031, Japón

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Your journey begins at Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, where you will meet your guide and fellow travelers. A comfortable bus will take you to the first destination

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    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.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Kenrokuen Garden

    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. For those who are only participating in the Shirakawago tour, the corresponding stop is made before continuing the route If you select the option that includes Kanazawa, then walk to the Nishi Chaya District or Nagamachi ( depending on the day)

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    If you selected the option that includes the visit to Kanazawa, after visiting the garden, the itinerary heads to the historic districts of Nishi Chaya or Nagamachi, depending on the day. Both neighborhoods preserve Kanazawa’s traditional charm: Nishi Chaya, with its classic teahouses, transports visitors to the Edo period, while Nagamachi, the former samurai district, invites guests to wander its cobblestone streets and admire residences that retain the elegance of centuries past.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Kanazawa Station

    Once the visit to Nishi Chaya or Nagamachi is over, begin the journey back to Kanazawa Station

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This phone +81 0120-587-697 will only be valid for domestic calls. For international calls outside Japan it will be +525555227749
  • Note that the End point for the tour option who visit Only Shirakawago it will be at Kenrokuen Garden. On the other hand, for the option wich includes Shirakawago and Kanazawa, the end point it will be at Kanazawa Station
Supplied by Amigo Tours Japan

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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