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【PRIVATE CAR TOUR】World Heritage GOKAYAMA/SHIRAKAWAGO Tour from Kanazawa
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Joined 2023
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.
Itinerary
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
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
The guiding fee, pickup and drop off at your hotel,
Car and car related fee such as its insurance, gas, tolls and parking fee.
Toyota Crown: sedan type car
Entrance fee for both participants and the guide, lunch for both participants and the guide.
If you are more than 3 of you, please ask the guide about the price of car.
Tour Important Information
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.
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 Yoji K.
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.
Reviews
Catherine Q.
“Great Kanazawa native tour guide!”
We loved our day with Yoji. He covered all the highlights without making us feel rushed. His local knowledge of Kanazawa, coupled with his education and business knowledge from aboard helped make conversation very enjoyable and extensive. He provided insights that we could not have gleaned on our own or through guide books or videos or instagram. If you have limited time in Kanazawa, book time with Yoji. You will be very happy with your choice! Oh, and he had a lot of restaurant recommendations. Be sure to book restaurants in advance bc reservations are really needed during busy season.
Daniel S.
“Amazing Tour”
Yoji is an amazing guide ! He is very attentive, kind and knows alot about the hidden ‚gems‘ of Kanazawa ! We absolutely enjoyed the tour with him, and we can not recommend him enough ! He is simply the Best !
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Yoji K.
Thank you very much for such an amazing review and comment. I would say that you are more than amazing!! Thanks to both of you, I could have nice time and chat with you. Thank you for telling me about Switzerland. Thank you for inviting me nice lunch. I’m glad that you enjoyed your time in Kanazawa. It will be your favorite city in the end of your trip, for sure^^ have a wonderful stay in Japan!
Keith S.
“Kanazawa Area”
Yoji, pick this up and drove us out to the Thatch homes, And then took us out to Takayama community we enjoyed a lovely lunch and his knowledge of Japan is incredible. It was one of the highlights of our 24 days of being in Japan. Yoji, has lots of energy and wants to accommodate your needs while visiting Japan. I highly recommend a tour with Yoji. Fondly, Keith and Lisa Stone
Yoji K.
Keith san and Lisa san, Thank you for such a great review on my tour and myself. I had a wonderful time with you. Chatting with you was one of my memorable experiences. I really hope you enjoyed the day with me. You are very knowledgeable! I learnt a lot from you. You are my mentor now. Please stay in touch. I look forward to meeting you in person again. Thank you very much, Yoji
$760/ per group
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