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Toyama Private Tour - Sho River
Sho River
Toyama Private Tour - Snow-covered Gasho Village
Snow-covered Gasho Village
Toyama Private Tour - Snowcapped Thatched roof
Snowcapped Thatched roof
Toyama Private Tour - Shirakawa-go
Shirakawa-go
Toyama Private Tour - Shirakawa-go from observatory
Shirakawa-go from observatory
Toyama Private Tour - Iwana char and Hida beef sushi
Iwana char and Hida beef sushi
Toyama Private Tour - Try on a traditional straw raincoat
Try on a traditional straw raincoat
Toyama Private Tour - 4 X 4 Kei Jeep for winter exploration
4 X 4 Kei Jeep for winter exploration

Winter Magic: Sho River Cruise & World Heritage Site Shirakawago

Car Tour (driving guide)
Toyama Tour Guide - Naoto K.

Joined 2025

Naoto K.
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Toyama
English, Japanese (Native)
9 hours
Private tour (only you and Naoto K.)
Up to 2 people

A scenic day trip by private car from Toyama Station, combining a breathtaking River Cruise on the Shō River in Gokayama with a visit to Shirakawa-go or Gokayama - famous thatched roof house villages, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This experience focuses on natural and cultural immersion, allowing you to explore the traditional Japanese gasshō-zukuri village and savor authentic local cuisine.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

Toyama Station

- JR Toyama Station (at the Ainokaze Line ticket machines)

10:00 AM

Komaki Port

Arrive at the cruise ticket office and purchase tickets for the ride.


Cruise from 10:20 - 10:45

Lunch

Lunch at Restaurant Iwana


You can choose from a variety of local dishes to try.

01:00 PM

World Heritage Site (Shirakawa-go, Suganuma or Ainokura)

Explore one of Japan’s pristine thatched-roof villages. Walk up to the observatory to take in a panoramic view of the entire historic settlement. Afterward, stroll through the village at your own pace and choose to step inside one or two traditional farmhouses to see their unique interiors. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating historical stories about the local culture and heritage.

03:40 AM

Head for Toyama

Ending Point

Toyama Station

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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

Gasoline fee

Toll fee

Car type: Suzuki Jimny (3-door model)

What‘s not included

Cruise fare: JPY 1,500 per person for Shō River 25-minute cruise

Lunch: JPY 1,500 to JPY 2,500 per person

Parking: JPY 1,000 for the Suganuma parking lot

Entrance fee: JPY 400 for Folk Museum & Ensho Saltpeter Museum


*Guide Expenses: Please note that the guest is responsible for covering the guide’s cruise fare, lunch and entrance fees.

*Gratuities: In accordance with industry custom, a gratuity is at your discretion but greatly appreciated if you are satisfied with the tour.

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves some walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is conducted during the winter time, so make sure to wear warm clothes.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

*In case of heavy snow or hazardous road conditions, the tour (including the cruise) may be cancelled for safety reasons. We will notify you via message starting 2 days before the tour regarding the possibility of cancellation. If cancelled, we will either offer an alternative tour or provide a full refund/cancellation.

Important message from the supplier

I can guide you in Takayama and Shirakawago, Gifu if you pay my transportation fee.

I can make flyfishing trip during the fishing season: March 1st to September 30th.

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
Toyama Tour Guide - Naoto K.

Joined 2025

Naoto K.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Naoto K.

Hello! I’m Naoto, and I’m thrilled you’re considering the Hokuriku region for your journey.


After living across the globe and spending decades in the fast-paced energy of Tokyo, I realized something important: the most authentic, soulful experiences in Japan are found right here in my hometowns of Toyama and Kanazawa. This region is a "hidden gem" where ancient traditions and pristine nature remain untouched by the crowds.


My goal is to take you beyond the guidebooks. Whether we are:

Exploring the samurai history and gold-leaf crafts of Kanazawa.

Discovering a secluded restaurant tucked away in the mountains.

Hiking or fishing along Toyama’s dramatic coastline and peaks.

Diving into manga, anime, or local festivals known only to residents.


Because I spent years overseas, I understand the curiosity of international travelers. I don’t just show you the sights; I help you translate the culture. Every tour is 100% customized to your pace and passions.


Let’s step off the beaten path together.

Please reach out, and let’s start planning your one-of-a-kind Japanese adventure!

Reviews

Awesome Private tour guide!

I requested a personalized tour to see all the places from the movie “wolf children ame & yuki” It was lovely to see all the sights. He took some pictures for me and then showed me some really cool places around Toyama too! The Mountain View was incredible and so was the ocean! (The weather just happened to be super clear without a cloud in the sky perhaps naoto is a lucky tour guide haha!)

Savannah L.

Naoto K.

Thank you very much for such a wonderful review on my guiding. It was actually one of the best days for my guiding too. We had a perfect weather and also the schedule was very smooth. We could see more than what you actually wanted to see. Above all I was very happy that your dream to visit Wolf Children house came true after all. You must have loved Toyama very much. So please visit here again for your third trip. Have a great time for the rest of the trip in Japan. Stay in touch. Naoto

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$351/ per group

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