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Aug 29, 2024
Since learning that Shirakawa-go became a UNESCO site, I've dreamt of exploring its gassho-style houses and capturing photos from the observatory. Having seen many iconic images of Shirakawa-go and g… Full review by Ricochan
Jul 21, 2024
Took a bus tour from Kanazawa. The tour included traditional lunch and then we explored on our own. We went to the observation deck first, you can either walk up the hill or take a shuttle. It is an … Full review by alisonk07
Jun 2, 2024
We reach early at around 8+am (from Takayama) and luckily us, the tour groups are not here yet so we have at least an hour of peaceful walk. Beautiful houses, which look like a praying hand. A must t… Full review by Johnstanno
Hi, Which house did you stay in Shirakawago? I hope to stay in one to experience it. Regards, Rachel
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The name was Miboro Ryokan and they have a website that you can find. Trip Advisor would not allow me to state their website. The owner was a very nice young man and he was quite …
The name was Miboro Ryokan and they have a website that you can find. Trip Advisor would not allow me to state their website. The owner was a very nice young man and he was quite accommodating.
When you arrive in Shirakawa or any of the villages, how do you find your guest house? Are there signs in Japanese only?
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I didn’t stay at guest house in Shirakawa-go but there are signs in English and you will get a tourist info map after paying entrance fee so that will help.
When will this place start snowing this year (2019)? Is it late november?
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Last year, the snow came quite late, so mid-December onward would have been the time to go see the village. However, in 2017, the snow came early... Around mid-November. You …
Last year, the snow came quite late, so mid-December onward would have been the time to go see the village. However, in 2017, the snow came early... Around mid-November. You really need to check it out closer to the time you plan to visit, it can change year on year. The amount of snow can also differ from year to year.
I’m planning a day trip from Tokyo to Shirakawa-go. Question: 1) is it possible to visit Shirakawa-go from Tokyo and return on the same day? Yes or no? 2) If so, what time should I depart Tokyo and what time should I depart Shirakawa-go to arrive back at Tokyo? 3) which rail and bus passes will I need to travel to Shirakawa and return to Tokyo? N 4) how many hours would I need to explore Shirakawa-Go? Info: I’ll be based in Tokyo city for my whole 11 day trip. I don’t mind long train rides... travel cost is not an issue,...
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Hi everyone, Thanks for your contributions, I’ve decided that to fit ShiraKawa-go into my holidays plans would be to difficult, (time constraints). I wouldn’t want to rush my travel plans …
Hi everyone, Thanks for your contributions, I’ve decided that to fit ShiraKawa-go into my holidays plans would be to difficult, (time constraints). I wouldn’t want to rush my travel plans and not enjoy it to the max. I will return one day in the future to visit the whole region. Through my research I’ve learnt the following if anyone is having a similar dilemma: - 5.5hrs trip from Tokyo - 4.5-5hrs from Kyoto - bus to Shirakawa-go must be pre-booked in advance. (Not sure how long before) - need atleast 3hrs to visit the observation deck plus tour the village. - if your returning back to Tokyo or Kyoto you MUST be on the return bus by 3pm otherwise you’ll end up getting home 12hrs later or starting the night unexpected. - it’s better to stay overnight or in the region to get a better experience... as opposed to doing a day trip from a major city. Booked my trip yesterday ... Japan here we come!!!! ;)
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Shirakawa-go’s cherry trees usually blossom from mid to late April. Additionally, the nationally rare “Ota Cherry Tree” (at the Hongakuji Temple within the World...
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