2026 Shirakawa-go Illumination Day Trip | Departure from Nagoya: Takayama & Shirakawa-go Gassho Village, Illuminating the World Heritage Site

Pre-Departure Notice •Please ensure the communication app you provided remains accessible during your trip to Japan. We will contact you one day in advance. Vehicle and guide information for the next day’s departure will be sent to your email by 8 PM the day before departure. Please check your inbox (including spam/junk folder). To ensure a smooth departure, please be sure to contact the guide or driver promptly. Thank you. •If the minimum group size is not met, you will be notified of the cancellation by email one day before departure. In the event of extreme weather conditions such as typhoons or heavy snow, we will confirm whether to cancel by 6:00 PM local time the day before departure and notify you by email. Seating and Vehicle •This is a shared tour. Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please specify any special needs when booking, and we will do our best to accommodate them, but availability is ultimately determined on-site. •The type of vehicle used depends on the number of participants and cannot be specified. For smaller groups, the driver may also serve as an attendant, and the explanation may be brief. •If you need to bring luggage, you must inform us in advance. If you bring luggage without prior notice, the guide has the right to refuse boarding, and the fee will not be refunded. Eating and drinking are prohibited in the vehicle. You will be required to pay compensation according to local standards for any damage caused by soiling. Tour Adjustments and Safety •Japanese law stipulates that commercial vehicles may not be driven for more than 10 hours per day. If this time is exceeded, additional fees will apply (ranging from ¥5,000–10,000 per hour). •The itinerary is for reference only. Actual travel, stopover, and visit times may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, facility maintenance, or other circumstances. The guide may reasonably change or reduce attractions depending on the actual situation. •If facilities such as cable cars and tour boats are suspended due to weather or force majeure, alternative attractions will be visited or the duration of the visit will be adjusted. •No refunds will be given for lateness due to personal reasons, changes to the meeting location at the last minute, or leaving the tour midway. You are responsible for any accidents and additional costs incurred after leaving the tour. Seasons and Scenery •Seasonal events such as flower viewing, autumn foliage viewing, snow scenes, and fireworks displays are greatly affected by the climate. The flowering season and peak foliage may occur earlier or later than expected. The tour will still depart as scheduled even if the expected scenery is not achieved, and no refunds will be given. •During peak travel periods on Japanese public holidays and weekends, there are often severe traffic jams or early closures of attractions. It is recommended not to book flights, Shinkansen, or dinners for the same evening, and to bring your own snacks and power bank. Other Notes •Please arrive at the meeting point on time. We will not wait for latecomers, and you cannot join the tour midway. •It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Please bring warm clothing for winter or mountain tours. •This tour does not include personal travel or accident insurance. It is recommended that you purchase your own insurance. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports involve certain risks. Please consider your health condition carefully before signing up. •If the tour is forced to be canceled due to natural disasters or force majeure after departure, the fee will not be refunded, and travelers will be responsible for their own return or additional accommodation costs.