Shirakawago, with its stunning Gassho-style thatched-roof houses, is a UNESCO World Heritage site that captivates visitors with its beauty. Recognized in 1976 for its cultural significance, it offers a glimpse into Japan's rural life and traditions. Surrounded by scenic landscapes, it attracts tourists from overseas. Shirakawago, which showcases Japan's changing seasons, retains a fantastical beauty of the countryside. Please enjoy the scenery that cannot be experienced in Tokyo Osaka, or Kyoto.
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 in Kanazawa city.
Stop by Gokayama
We will drop by World Heritage Site Gokayama for 30 minutes.
Arrive at Shirakawago
We have 3-4 hours duration including lunch in Shirakawago or around Shirakawago
Lunch
Lunch is not included in this tour for both guide and participants.
Depart For Kanazawa
Option; Sake brewery visit / Hotspring experience
Ending Point
Arrive at your hotel in Kanazawa
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,
Entrance fee for both participants and the guide, lunch for both participants and the guide.
Car with your private driver (=guide), gas, highway tolls, and parking fees.
25,000yen for Car including gas, highway tolls and parking fee will be paid to the guide directly when you meet the guide on that day. If you are more than 3 of you, please ask the guide about the price of car. Toyota Crown will fit up to 3 passengers.
Car type : Toyota Crown
1, This tour starts at Kanazawa and ends up at Kanazawa. I will pick you up at your hotel.
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!
$369/ per group