A Day Trip to Shirakawago
Joined 2023
Embark on a journey from Kanazawa to the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go, renowned for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses. This guided day trip from Kanazawa offers guests an immersive cultural experience, stunning views, and a taste of local flavors.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Kanazawa Station
Kanazawa Station Bus Terminal
Take a bus from Kanazawa to Shirakawago.
Shirakawago
Begin with an orientation at the Shirakawa-go Observatory Deck for a breathtaking panoramic view of the village. This is a prime spot for photos and for appreciating the gassho-zukuri thatched-roof architecture unique to the area. Then, explore the village with stops at iconic houses where guests can go inside and see how families once lived in these well-preserved traditional homes. Let's taste some of the specialties in the village as we stroll through there.
Shirakawago Bus Terminal
We will head back to Kanazawa on a bus.
Kanazawa Station
Return to Kanazawa
Ending Point
Kanazawa Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guide fee
- Transportation fee (Bus between Kanazawa - Shirakawago is 2,200 yen per person each way as of Feb. 2025.)
- Lunch if requested (1,500 - 2,000 yen per person)
- Admission fee (500 yen - 1,000 yen per person)
Tour Important Information
This is a day trip tour from Kanazawa and requires round-trip bus reservations for the guests and the guide. Please book and pay them directly to the bus company.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Haru G.
Thank you for considering me as your guide! I am excited to become not just your guide, but your friend as we explore Kanazawa together—a city where rich cultural traditions seamlessly blend with modern vibrancy.
Being a native of Ishikawa Prefecture, with Kanazawa as its heart, I have a deep connection to this place. Though I spent several years living in New York, I’ve always carried the spirit of Japan with me. Upon returning to Japan, I immersed myself in the travel industry, gaining over a decade of experience and obtaining my guiding license in 2017 while working for successful inbound travel agencies.
My time abroad has given me a profound appreciation for Japan’s uniqueness, and my passion for sharing its beauty and culture with travelers has only grown stronger. Now, I am eager to share that enthusiasm with you as we explore Japan together, uncovering hidden gems and experiencing its timeless charm.
Reviews
Felix R.
“100% Recommendation”
Haru was welcoming, friendly and guided us very well throughout the whole day. She was very considerate (f.e. pointing out nearby restrooms, where to shop souvenirs) and made sure to fulfill our request to have crab meat for lunch at Omicho Market and even gave us recommendations for suhsi dinner options (It was very delicous!). Haru spoke english very well, the day was planned good and she was spontaneous, when needed. We saw everything we wanted within this 7 hour walking tour of Kanazawa. Thank you Haru for your tour and wishing you all the best!
Haru G.
Thank you for your kind feedback, Felix! I enjoyed the tour with you. I hope you went back home safely and will come back to Japan in the future. Arigato Gozaimasu!!
Diane K.
“Wonderful day with Haru”
We had a fabulous day touring the Kanazawa area with Haru. She was very organized and made prior reservations for us to do activities that we really enjoyed. She is extremely sweet and has an excellent command of the English language. Haru went out of her way to make certain that we enjoyed our day. We very highly recommend her for your tour.
Haru G.
Thank you so much for your feedback, Diane! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the day and I did too. I look forward to seeing you again when you come back for another trip!
Hans L.
“A kind and attentive guide who made us feel welcome”
We spent one and a half days touring Kanazawa with Haru and truly appreciated her punctuality and sense of responsibility. When we arrived at our ryokan on the first day, she was already there waiting for us, which made us feel very welcomed and well taken care of. Haru was knowledgeable about the main sights, and she made sure we were comfortable throughout the tour. Overall, it was a pleasant and enriching experience. We’re grateful both to Haru and to GoWithGuide for making this connection possible.
Haru G.
Thank you so much, Hans for your kind words. I enjoyed spending showing around Kanazawa to you and your wife. I hope you will come back to see other parts of the region in the future. Arigato gozaimasu!
$275/ per group
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