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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 Higashi Chaya district, 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
Meeting and pickup
Please meet the guide at the meeting point, Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, 1 Chome-8 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0031, Japón
Itinerary
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1Kanazawa City Centennial Monument
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 -
2Shirakawago
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 -
3Kenrokuen 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 Higashi Chaya district.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
4Higashi Chaya District
If you selected the option that includes the visit to Kanazawa, after visiting the garden, the itinerary heads to the historic district of Higashi Chaya. Step into the historic district of Higashi Chaya and wander along its picturesque cobblestone streets, framed by beautifully preserved teahouses that echo the elegance of the Edo period. Renowned for its geishas, who continue to uphold Japan’s traditional arts, this district offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and living tradition—an ideal setting for a truly authentic Japanese experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Kanazawa Station
Once the visit to Higashi Chaya 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
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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