[4-9 people | Pick-up from city hotels] Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Gassho-style Village Day Tour

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Explore the traditional charm of Japan: Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go day tripHida TakayamaHida Takayama, in northern Gifu Prefecture, is known as the "Little Kyoto of Hida." The old streets from the Edo period remain, and walking around you will feel like you've traveled back in time. It is also recommended to stroll around the "Sanmachi" neighborhood in the center of Takayama and experience the atmosphere of the Meiji and Taisho periods. You will be amazed by the crafts that highlight the skills of Hida artisans. Be sure to try the local gourmet food! ・Must-check-in spot: Miyagawa Morning MarketThe morning market stretches for 350 meters along the banks of the Miyagawa River and features more than 60 stalls selling fresh vegetables and fruits, snacks, and exquisite crafts. The atmosphere here is vibrant.▼8:30 Meeting place: Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, west exit of Nagoya Station) Address: 5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015 *The bus departs on time. Please arrive with plenty of time (about 10 minutes before). Please cooperate by adhering to the meeting and departure times and departing on time.▼11:00 Hida Takayama (free walk and free lunch / 180 minutes) Takayama and the surrounding area boast traditional architecture, gorgeous festivals, and some of the best mountains and hot springs in Japan. Widely recognized as an important asset of Gifu, surrounded by majestic nature, including the Japanese Alps, Takayama is not only a wonderful tourist destination in itself, but also a great base for sightseeing in the Japanese Alps and the surrounding Hida region. The Mimachi Group of Buildings Preservation District, the heart of Takayama City, attracts tourists from all over Japan. You can spend an entire day strolling through the old town, shopping for souvenirs at the many craft shops, tasting local teas, and enjoying local specialties such as wagyu beef sushi. There are also many sake breweries in and around the Mimachi district. You can also enjoy tastings at the breweries. ▼15:00 Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village (120 minutes) Located at the foot of the sacred mountain Hakusan, Shirakawa-go is one of the must-visit tourist destinations in Gifu. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this beautiful traditional village is the definition of postcard-like beauty. Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village is the village with the most remaining Gassho-zukuri houses. The name Gassho-zukuri literally means "like praying hands." Gassho-zukuri Village takes you back to pre-modern Japan. Climb the Shirakawa-go observation deck, look out over the village, and enjoy the view of a time gone by. Shirakawa-go is worth a repeat visit as it shows different looks with the changing of the seasons. From the beautiful cherry blossom season to the lush summer, from the fiery autumn leaves to the quiet white winter, Shirakawa-go always has a spectacular charm. ▼17:00 Return to Nagoya Station and the tour ends. ▼19:30 Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, West Exit of Nagoya Station) Ends