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Gifu Prefecture
Gifu, a city steeped in history and tradition, offers a captivating mix of cultural landmarks and natural beauty. Visit Gifu Castle, perched on top of Mount Kinka, for breathtaking views of the surrounding city. The historic Gifu Park offers peaceful strolls, while the famous Nagara River provides a tranquil setting for cormorant fishing, a traditional fishing method that dates back over 1,300 years. Gifu is also known for its unique "Hida beef," renowned for its marbled texture and rich flavour. A visit to Gifu blends fascinating history with modern relaxation, making it an unforgettable destination.
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Tours • From Nagoya
Takayama and Shirakawa-go Day Tour from Nagoya
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★ 4.5
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¥ 344
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[Nagoya Fairy Tale World Shirakawa-go] Hida Takayama & Old Town Stroll & Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Day Trip (From Nagoya)
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★ 4.6
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Tours • From Nagoya
Nagoya Departure: Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Gassho Village World Heritage Day Trip | Optional Trip to Observatory
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Takayama & Shirakawa-go Day Tour with Hida Beef Lunch
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Shirakawa-go Day Trip: Enjoy Gujo Hachiman and Hida Takayama (From Nagoya)
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Cable cars • Takayama
Shin-Hotaka Ropeway Round Trip Ticket
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Tours • From Kanazawa
Shirakawa-go & Gokayama and Hida Takayama Bus Tour (From Kanazawa)
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Tours • From Nagoya
[Winter Limited] Shirakawa-go Gassho Village & Hida Takayama Stone Street Stroll Day Trip in Central Japan (Departure from Nagoya)
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Shirakawa-go Gassho Village + Takayama Old Town One Day Tour - Chinese and English Tour Guide (Departure from Nagoya)
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Tours • From Nagoya
[Winter Recommendation] Shirakawa-go Gassho Village & Hida Takayama Stone Street Stroll Day Trip from Nagoya
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Tours • From Osaka
Kyoto Winter Illumination Tour - Ine Boathouse & Amanohashidate Hiryu Kankan & Miyama Kayabuki no Sato Winter Light Corridor Day Trip (Departure from Osaka)
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Tours • From Nagoya
Magome-juku Edo-Era Townscape Walk & Ena Gorge Observatory & Sanko Inari Shrine & Inuyama Castle Day Trip | Departure from Nagoya
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Transport in Gifu Prefecture
Buses • From Takayama
Shirakawa-go Line Bus Non-Reserved Seat Ticket
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★ 4.5
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¥ 123
Rail passes • Takayama
Okuhida Bus Ticket with Shinhotaka Ropeway
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Rail passes • From Takayama
JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass
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Car charters • From Nagoya
Customized Chartered car tour Nagoya/Takayama/Shirakawa
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Buses • From Nagoya
Nagoya - Hida-Takayama and Shirakawa-go Shared Bus by VIP Liner
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Buses • From Takayama
One-Way Highway Bus Ticket: Takayama <> Shirakawa-go
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Buses • Takayama
Bus Ticket for Takayama Nohi Bus Center <> Hirayu Onsen/Honokidaira
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Car charters • Takayama
Nagoya Private Car Charter
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Buses • Osaka
Highway Bus from Osaka to Takayama
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Buses • From Tokyo
Highway Bus from Tokyo to Takayama (via Mt. Fuji 5th Station)
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★ 4.6
(27) • 700+ booked
¥ 154
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Car rentals • Kakamigahara
Gifu car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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Hotels in Gifu Prefecture
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Hotels • Takayama
hotel around TAKAYAMA, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Hotels • Takayama
TOKYU STAY Hida-Takayama Musubi no Yu
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MunAw ***
2026-01-16 22:46:05
Fantastic 5.0
Fantastic experience! Loved the snow and great scenery at Shirakawago and Takayama city! This trip is the only one I found in Klook with 2 hours time at Shirakawago and I am glad to have that extra time at Shirakawago. It was never enough as the snow scene was just too beautiful
lulu *********
2026-01-07 15:32:45
Fantastic 5.0
Highly recommended tour. Takayama and Shirakawago were both worth the time (8am-6pm). These places were both charming, rich in culture and very photogenic. The quality of the food and the crafts in the area were great. Our guide Leo was excellent. He shared a lot of information about both towns, its history, food, and culture. He went extra by marking our maps with recommended walking routes and spots for snacks and shopping. And by the end of the tour, he shared his recommended dining spots in Nagoya.
Tiffany *********
2026-01-11 06:29:00
Fantastic 5.0
A must tour!!! We had Jane as our tour guide, she was very helpful and making sure we’re always good. She gave us list of the places we can check out and eat at. I like how this tour wasn’t rush, you can do things on your pace. Shirakawa-Go is beautiful and we had the best weather.
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2026-01-12 13:14:56
Fantastic 5.0
This was my fav tour in Japan. Our guide had such clear English and was very clear about punctuality which made everyone punctual and we even got back early. This village is stunning like a ginger bread house village set within mountains - stunning! My parents loved it the most, We took the bus 300 yen per person up the hill observation deck and easily walked down within 10-15 mins. Some sections had ice and was slippery so bring shoe spikes if you have them. The Hida beef lunch included was delicious and plentiful.
Kenneth ***********
2026-01-15 01:37:19
Fantastic 5.0
This tour covering Gujo Hachiman, Takayama, and Shirakawago was absolutely worth it and exceeded my expectations. The experience was very immersive and perfectly paced, making it great value for the price and time.
Our English guide, Moe, was extremely accommodating and professional. She is proficient in English, Japanese, and Chinese, which made explanations very clear and smooth for everyone in the group. She also gave excellent recommendations for top local food spots and the best scenic photo locations, which really elevated the experience.
Each destination had its own charm, but Shirakawago was the highlight of the tour—the views were simply breathtaking and unforgettable. It was truly the most amazing scene of the entire trip.
Overall, this tour is well-organized, informative, and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Japan who wants a meaningful and scenic cultural experience 🇯🇵✨
chee *********
2025-12-20 22:41:45
Fantastic 5.0
the view was beautiful and the kids had fun playing with snow at the top. should cater for half a day at least. there is also a foot onsen at the first stop so do soak your feet after playing in the snow.
Zahirah ********
2025-12-27 01:44:48
Fantastic 5.0
Guides were very knowledgeable about the area and even the driver can speak English. It was snowing during our visit. The time given to explore the area was just nice, not too long or too short. The agent was also very helpful to accommodate to our dietary requirements. Recommended.
Porcisa ******
2025-12-27 07:13:46
Fantastic 5.0
We joined the Shirakawago & Takayama day tour and it was one of the best tours we’ve done. Even though the weather wasn’t perfect, we still had so much fun. The Hida beef lunch was absolutely worth it, and our guide Yuki and the bus driver took great care of everyone. Yuki gave excellent recommendations and was very professional throughout the trip.
Svetlana ********
2026-01-04 13:32:45
Fantastic 5.0
I really enjoyed the tour! Even though it was in English, our guide Sai Chan told me in Japanese where I could go! I was satisfied :) Lots of impressions and it was incredibly beautiful! I also really liked the meat sushi, it just melted in my mouth) ❤️🥰
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