2027 Shirakawa-go Winter Illumination Fairytale Tour (Departing from Nagoya), a World Heritage Site

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The Shirakawa-go light-up event, held for only 4 days a year, is like stepping into a fairytale world.

What to expect

Shirakawa-go Light-up Night View EASYGO 9-person small group, pick-up available at Sakae and Nagoya Station hotels.

In the dreamy glow, the true face of the World Heritage Gassho-zukuri village emerges, like a fairy tale world.

Shirakawa-go was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 as "an outstanding example of a type of building, architectural or technological ensemble or landscape which illustrates (a) significant stage(s) in human history." The Gassho-zukuri architectural cluster is located in Ogimachi, in the central northern part of the village, and is a natural co-existence area. Through the surrounding traditional cultural experience facilities and the architectural cluster, which is located in Ogimachi, in the central northern part of the village, and is a natural co-existence area, through the surrounding traditional cultural experience facilities and buildings.

According to 2005 statistics, Takayama City is the largest city in Japan by area, roughly the same size as Tokyo, and is known as "Little Kyoto."

Formerly the capital of Hida Province, it is known as "Little Kyoto of Hida." The ancient streets still retain a traditional urban cultural atmosphere, with many tourist attractions.

Takayama Jinya was used as the ruler's office during the Edo period. Previously, there were about 60 such jinya in Japan, but now only Takayama Jinya remains.

Takayama Showa-kan: Learn about and experience Japan in the 1950s and 1960s during the Showa era (1926-1989). You will surely be fascinated by the nostalgic items such as movie posters and cars that were popular at the time!

[Important Notes on Shirakawa-go Light-up Night View]

This tour does not go to the observatory to view the light-up night view.

There are many places to visit within the village, so please enjoy a pleasant stroll.

*Depending on traffic conditions on the day, the time spent at Shirakawa-go Light-up Night View may be shortened.

Shirakawa-go Light-up Night View In the dreamy glow, the true face of the World Heritage Gassho-zukuri village emerges, like a fairy tale world. Event Schedule: January 11 (Monday), January 17 (Sunday), January 24 (Sunday), January 31 (Sunday), 2027 Location: Ogimachi area, Shirakawa Village Light-up Time: 17:30~19:30 Please note that this event may be canceled if a nationwide cold wave causes large-scale traffic disruptions.

Nagoya Departure - Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour 2026
Around 4:20 PM, after arriving at the Shirakawa-go World Heritage site, the first thing that catches your eye is the landmark three-linked gassho-style houses. It's a great spot for taking pictures.
The Ochudo Coffee Shop is also a Gassho-style house that appeared in the One Piece film. When night falls, it is the main location for the lighting event.
The Ochudo Coffee Shop is also a Gassho-style house that appeared in the One Piece film. When night falls, it is the main location for the lighting event.
Nagoya Departure - Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour 2026
Nagoya Departure - Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour 2026
Arrive in Hida Takayama City at 12:00 AM, followed by 2 hours of free time. Lunch is not included.
2026 Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour (Departure from Nagoya)
Nagoya Departure - Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour 2026
As night falls, the three joined Gassho-style houses begin to light up.
2026 Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour (Departure from Nagoya)
2026 Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour (Departure from Nagoya)
2026 Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour (Departure from Nagoya)
Near the Wada House, the pond offers a symmetrical reflection of the Gassho-style house.
Near the Wada House, the pond offers a symmetrical reflection of the Gassho-style house.
Wada House, the largest gassho-style village in the village. After the lights are turned on, the warm light reflects on the snow, creating a peaceful and happy atmosphere.
Wada House, the largest gassho-style village in the village. After the lights are turned on, the warm light reflects on the snow, creating a peaceful and happy atmosphere.
Standing in front of the Kanda house, you can enjoy a distant view of the illuminated gassho-style houses in the surrounding area.
Standing in front of the Kanda house, you can enjoy a distant view of the illuminated gassho-style houses in the surrounding area.
2026 Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour (Departure from Nagoya)
The Nagase family's gassho-style house after the illumination event has started.
The Nagase family's gassho-style house after the illumination event has started.
2026 Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up Fairytale Tour (Departure from Nagoya)

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Review for: Shirakawa-go Winter Light-Up

Private small group tours are so comfortable! As someone who easily gets lost, I got lost in Shirakawa-go, but thank you to our team leader, Xiao Guo, for finding me 😭. They gave us a great sense of security and also proactively helped us take beautiful photos! Truly grateful.

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※A refund will be issued if the group of 8 people is not formed. ※After successful booking, you will receive an email from customer service. Once the group is formed, you can go to the meeting point on the day of departure and look for the EASYGO sign to join the tour. ※The itinerary order may change depending on the road conditions on the day. ※It will be very cold in Shirakawa-go at night, please wear warm clothes and non-slip shoes. ※This tour does not go to the observation deck; it only visits within Shirakawa-go village. ※The lighting is not very good at night, please confirm the return pick-up location after getting off the bus. ※This tour will be accompanied by Chinese-speaking staff. ※In case of traffic jams, the return time may be delayed. ※Specific seats cannot be designated. ※Infants under 2 years old cannot be secured with a seat belt and therefore cannot participate. ※Illumination starts at 17:30.

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