Shirakawa-go Day Tour from Kanazawa

Discover Shirakawa-go’s traditional mountain village and Kanazawa’s cultural landmarks on a full-day guided journey, or focus on Shirakawa-go in a shorter half-day experience. Travel with an English-speaking guide, explore historic streets, and enjoy optional hands-on Japanese craft experiences.

Getting started

Your experience begins at Kanazawa Station, where you meet your English-speaking guide and board a comfortable air-conditioned bus. Settle in with multilingual audio guidance available on board as you head toward Shirakawa-go through scenic countryside landscapes.

What to expect

• Arrive at Shirakawa-go and explore its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses surrounded by mountain scenery

• Enjoy free time to walk through the village, take photos, and experience local food and culture

• Continue to Kanazawa on the full-day option and visit Kenrokuen Garden, known for its seasonal landscapes (Full Day tour)

• Stroll through Higashi Chaya District with preserved wooden teahouses and historic atmosphere (Full Day tour)

• Take part in Japanese cultural workshops, including Wagashi making and gold leaf crafting (Full Day tour)

• Travel comfortably between destinations with guided commentary and coordinated transport throughout the journey