Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawago, renowned for its breathtaking Gassho-style thatched-roof houses, offering a glimpse into Japan's rural life and traditions. Then we go to Takayama boasting a beautifully preserved Edo Period historical center called 'Sannomachi'. Wander its charming streets lined with Edo Period buildings housing museums, galleries, sake breweries, and craft shops. Immerse yourself in Japan's rich history and traditional charm.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
at your Hotel
- I will pick you up at your hotel
Shirakawago
Explore Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its charming Gassho-style thatched-roof houses. This picturesque village offers a glimpse into traditional Japanese rural life. In addition to its winter allure, with snow-covered landscapes, Shirakawa-go captivates visitors with stunning natural beauty in spring, lush greenery in summer, and vibrant foliage in autumn. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage of Shirakawa-go throughout the year.
Lunch break
Please let me know about the following information.
- Food allergies or food restrictions if you have.
- Budget for lunch (15USD~/ 30USD~/above 50USD)
-Food preference (Simple and casual lunch, regional famous food like, hida beef, anything else)
Takayama
Nestled in Central Japan's mountains, Takayama boasts a beautifully preserved Edo Period (1603-1868) historical center, known as the ‘Sannomachi’. This charming old town, once a thriving merchant hub, showcases skilled craftsmanship in its Edo Period buildings. Visitors can wander its narrow streets lined with black-fronted buildings housing museums, galleries, sake breweries, and craft shops, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking Japan's rich history and traditional charm.
Depart for Kanazawa
Ending Point
Arrive at your hotel
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
The guiding fee, pickup and drop off at your hotel,
Car type: Toyota Crown
Entrance fee for both participants and the guide, lunch for both participants and the guide.
Entrance fee for the house in Shirakawago 400 yen per person
Sake brewery visit(option) +4000yen per person
Car related fee, gas, highway tolls, and parking fees. Please make the payment when we meet on that day.
Toyota Crown Sedan type; 35,000 yen
If you are more than 3 people, please feel free to ask me the price for car.
1, This tour starts at Kanazawa and ends up at Kanazawa. I will pick you up at your hotel. I can drop you off at Takayama if your next destination is Takayama. however, the price will remain the same since the guide needs to go back to Kanazawa.
2, I am a guide but also a private diver during this tour. The tour fee includes guiding fee, pickup fee, car, highway tolls, parking lot and gas. This tour excludes entrance fee for both the guide and participants, and lunch for both the guide and participants.
3, Please let me know if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Hello,
I'm Yoji, based in Kanazawa.
I spent my formative years in Kanazawa and pursued my master's degree in the United States. Having lived in Washington D.C. and California for six years, I then resided and worked in China and various Southeast Asian countries. My passion lies in exploring new destinations and connecting with people worldwide. Now, it's my turn to extend the same hospitality I've received to you. I specialize in crafting personalized tours tailored to your interests and preferences. If you're a food enthusiast, you've come to the right place. For those seeking to delve into Japan's rich history and culture, I highly recommend joining my full-day tour in Kanazawa. Additionally, I offer tours to Shirakawago and Takayama. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey together.
Regina S.
“Excellent experience. ”
Yoji was an incredible guide for us: punctual, knowledgeable, respectful, accommodating… he took us to places we were interested in, and even when one of us wanted lunch, he took her to the excellent sushi place, helped to order.. while she was dining he took others shopping, assisting in finding the souvenirs we specifically were looking for. We had an incredible time, and it’s all thanks to Yoji.
Sandra S.
“Fantastic day”
We had a wonderful trip with Yoji. In advance of our visit, we put together a lovely itinerary, seeing everything we wanted to. Our trip was not rushed and Yoji gave us just the right amount of information. Yojis English was very good so it was easy to have a conversation with him Thanks Yoji for a great day!
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for today—it was such a great time. The weather was perfect, with blue skies, snowy mountains, and cherry blossoms all coming together. Days like this don’t happen often in a whole year. I’m really happy I got to show you Shirakawa-go and Kanazawa on such a beautiful day. Enjoy the rest of your trip in Japan!
Michael L.
“Best Guide for Kanazawa”
Yoji is an exceptional guide. He is extremely knowledgeable about Kanazawa and all things "Japan". His English is outstanding. He is a real gentleman and quite interesting. We had one of our best days of touring over twok weeks in Japan because of Yoji. We cannot say enough good things about him.
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for such a great comment and review. I had a wonderful time talking with you during the tour. I hope all of you enjoyed the day with me. Thank you for giving me such a great opportunity! Have a safe back to your home!
$415/ per group