Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1EUR = 176.81JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Top things to do in Kurobe
€ 270.35
Kamikochi & Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Tour (From Tokyo)
English guided
Free cancellation
(179) • 2K+ booked
€ 260.19
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1 Day Tour from Kanazawa: Kurobe Gorge and Unazuki Onsen
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English guided
Free cancellation
(7) • 50+ booked
€ 158.39
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(Summer/Fall only) Tateyama-Kurobe: Walking on the "Roof of Japan"
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(11) • 100+ booked
€ 186.65
€ 50.90
€ 259.05
Hotels in Kurobe
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Feel Unazuki
Instant confirmation
€ 101.18
Hotel Aqua Kurobe (Aug 1, 2019 Reopened)
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€ 80.28
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€ 57.30
Reviews of Kurobe activities
Klook User
2026-05-23 05:56:08
"We had an amazing experience visiting Shirakawago and the Snow Wall! Everything was well organized, and the trip was smooth from start to finish. Shirakawago was absolutely beautiful with its traditional village scenery, and the Snow Wall was truly breathtaking — The atmosphere, views, and memories made this trip unforgettable. Thank you for the wonderful and great arrangement. Highly recommended! The break stops along the way were great, giving us time to rest, clean toilet stop, and make the trip more enjoyable. The accommodation was also very good — clean, comfortable, and pleasant after a long day of traveling.
Kwok *********
2026-05-30 08:16:53
The tour guide for this group was from Hong Kong. Sheila, our guide, was very thoughtful. She reminded us that the bus ride would be long and advised us to buy food at a convenience store to eat if we got hungry. The trip was very comfortable, and the tour bus was spacious with plenty of room, so it didn't feel crowded. Every 2 to 3 hours, there was a rest stop where we could buy snacks and use the restroom. On the first day, we visited Kamikochi. The itinerary was well-planned, and we got to see all the intended sights. The weather that day was perfect, neither too hot nor too cold. The scenery in Kamikochi is beautiful and well worth a visit; I recommend it to everyone. Our first night's accommodation was a hot spring ryokan in Hakuba Onsen. The buffet was delicious, with a wide variety of food. On the second day, we went to Tateyama Kurobe. Unfortunately, the weather was bad, and the Snow Valley was closed, which gives us a reason to visit again in the future. We returned to Tokyo around 7 PM after the trip concluded. Our guide, Sheila, also recommended some good restaurants to try in Tokyo. We followed her advice and went to a beef tongue restaurant, which was quite tasty. We are very grateful to our guide for providing us with such an enjoyable two-day, one-night trip.
Tsai *******
2026-07-26 14:31:47
We are very grateful to the tour group for still running the tour even though it was just my wife and me! Throughout the trip, our guides, Liam and Michael, diligently shared information about the attractions and helped us take photos! They also allowed us to experience the beautiful natural scenery of Kurobe Gorge and the unforgettable Shomyo Falls! We hope to have the opportunity to visit various historical sites and natural landscapes with the guides again in the future!
HAN *******
2026-10-23 04:27:05
The accommodation experience was impeccable! Located in the Kurobe Gorge hot spring area, it boasts a time-honored, authentic Japanese ambiance. The rooms offer direct views of the magnificent gorge scenery, and the open-air hot springs feature silky-smooth water in an elegant, relaxing environment. The meals carefully select local ingredients, and the kaiseki cuisine is exquisite and delicious. The staff members are warm and attentive, making this a highly recommended 5-star hot spring ryokan!
Kurobe at a glance
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What to do in Kurobe throughout the year
Kurobe draws most bookings for Tours, followed by a quieter spread of other activities through the year. Klook booking data shows demand is concentrated in late autumn and early winter, with November and December becoming busy for sightseeing and outdoor excursions, while the start of the year and much of spring are much quieter. Travellers in the Philippines will find Kurobe best for scenic tours and seasonal experiences when the city hits its high season. Decide whether you want peak-season atmosphere or a calmer, off-peak visit.
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Best months to visit and price notes
Demand in Kurobe peaks in November and December while January and several spring months are much quieter, so expect a contrast between crowd levels and prices across the year. Prices on Klook drift across the last 12 months: the priciest month is February and the cheapest is April, and several autumn months show moderate pricing while winter can surge. For lower prices and smaller crowds aim for April or quieter spring months; for the peak-season atmosphere plan for November–December but book earlier.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Very quiet | PHP 17,483 |
| February | Very quiet | PHP 19,148 |
| March | Very quiet | PHP 1,011 |
| April | Very quiet | PHP 833 |
| May | Very quiet | PHP 951 |
| June | Busier than usual | PHP 951 |
| July | Quieter than usual | PHP 15,223 |
| August | Very quiet | PHP 15,164 |
| September | Very quiet | PHP 1,011 |
| October | About average | PHP 1,011 |
| November | Peak demand | PHP 951 |
| December | Peak demand | PHP 6,422 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from the Philippines
Most travellers lock things in about 16 days ahead on Klook, so plan ahead rather than leaving everything to the last minute — this is especially true for the November–December peak months when availability tightens. The earliest planners also book around two weeks out, so if you need specific dates or want popular time slots, secure them sooner. Use Klook to compare typical prices and times, pick refundable options if your plans are flexible, and book key tours a couple of weeks before travel to avoid missing out.
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