Dear Merry Mama,

Thank you for participating in the Shirakawa-go and Gokayama World Heritage Village Tour the other day. It has been quite hot lately, but Shirakawa-go and Gokayama were vibrant with lush green mountains and rice fields reminiscent of early summer. The photos you shared are stunningly beautiful, like postcards. I am very pleased to hear your kind words about the tour and that you enjoyed your day. Thank you also for your valuable feedback.

If you have the opportunity, please come again in a different season. How about making up for the visit you couldn't make in January?

Dear Maho R.,

Thank you for participating in our tour. I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed it more than you expected. The pictures of your lunch look very delicious. It really was tasty, wasn’t it? Thank you.

Yes, please consider visiting Shirakawa-go in winter next time! I think you will be surprised by the completely different scenery.

Thank you for sharing your experiences and photos from this tour.

Best regards,
Kuroda, Tour Guide

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. Although the weather was not great, we were able to share a very enjoyable time together. We look forward to your continued support. Sincerely, Suzuki

Dear NYC,

Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. The weather was certainly favorable, and I hope you were able to take some great photos in Shirakawa-go and Gokayama. With the cherry blossom season over, it seems that the broadleaf trees in Shirakawa-go and Gokayama are now even greener. We are very pleased to hear that you had a wonderful time on this tour. If you have the opportunity, we would be delighted to have you join us again as a repeat participant.

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Guide, Kuroda

Dear Icchan,

Thank you for participating in our tour. The weather was favorable that day, and it was warm, making the fresh green mountains stand out beautifully against the gassho-zukuri buildings—truly a perfect day for a tour.

We pay special attention to infection prevention measures, so I believe it was a reassuring tour as you mentioned. Although you joined us during the peak of Golden Week, there were fewer tourists compared to previous years, allowing for a smooth exploration of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama.

I was very pleased to read your feedback about the enjoyable tour. Thank you very much. If you have the opportunity again, please come and see the beautiful autumn scenery of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama.

Guide, Kuroda

Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We look forward to seeing you next time, so please take care.

Dear Ryo-chan,
Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. You took some wonderful photos; they are perfect and look like postcards.
It seems that this has become a "lifetime memory," and we are very happy to hear that. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Please come again.
From your tour guide.

Dear Chako,
I am very glad that you enjoyed our Shirakawa-go tour and that the weather was favorable. The photos you took are really beautiful. Thank you.
If you have the opportunity, please do come and visit Kanazawa and Shirakawa-go. We are looking forward to seeing you.
Guide, Kuroda

Thank you very much for participating this time. I was amazed by your wonderful physical fitness! We sincerely look forward to your participation again.

Dear Ishii,

Thank you for using our tour the other day. We are very pleased to hear that you had a "great time!" We aim to create even more enjoyable tours for our future participants. We hope you will join us again if the opportunity arises.

Guide Kuroda

Dear Cheese,

Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. This year, there has been a lot of snow, and the winter scenery of Shirakawa-go is truly impressive. We are glad to hear that you were satisfied with the winter landscape. It brings us great joy that your first visit to Shirakawa-go was welcomed by such a beautiful snowy scene.

We hope you will join us again in another season if the opportunity arises. All of our staff are looking forward to it. Thank you for sharing your experience and for including the painting monk from Meizenji.

Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. I think a day trip to Shirakawa-go while visiting Kanazawa is quite reasonable. Since it goes directly from Kanazawa Station to the observation deck in Shirakawa-go, I believe you can efficiently enjoy the World Heritage site. Although it's a short time, I think you surprisingly enjoyed the experience of making rice crackers in addition to the easy sightseeing.

Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate it.
White Ring

Dear Marin,
Thank you for participating in our tour the other day.
I'm glad to hear that you were able to efficiently explore Shirakawa-go. We aimed to make the most of your limited time while ensuring you had a great experience. I am very pleased to hear that you enjoyed it. Thank you very much.
From your guide

Dear Kushi-chan,
Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. It seems you really enjoyed the tour, and I am very happy to read your message. Thank you very much.
Tour Guide

Dear Melancholic Salaryman,
This winter was completely white with snow, unlike last year. The photos you posted are very beautiful, truly capturing the essence of Shirakawa-go in the snow. Thank you very much.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We hope you will join us again in another season.
Lastly, thank you for participating in our tour.
From the tour guide.

Dear Mine,

Thank you for sending the wonderful photos. Shirakawa-go covered in snow is truly beautiful.

We appreciate your participation in this tour. I was delighted to see your title, "It was a wonderful day." Last season, there was no snow at all, but this year we had the long-awaited snow, snow, and more snow. It was the best scenery that can only be seen at this time of year.

Once again, thank you for sharing your experiences and photos.

Tour Guide, Kuroda

Dear Kumiko,
Shirakawa-go is surprisingly close to Kanazawa. It feels like you arrive in no time when driving on the expressway. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed a leisurely stroll in Shirakawa-go and were satisfied with your lunch. I'm truly happy that your friend who joined you also had a great time.
Thank you for the pictures of the meal and the rice cracker grilling.
From the White Ring staff.

Dear Mr./Ms. Bagé,
Thank you for participating in our tour the other day.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Shirakawa-go tour. It seems you had a leisurely stroll.
We also introduced you to shops and souvenirs in Kanazawa. Please come visit us again.
From your tour guide.

Dear Futaba,
Shirakawa-go is indeed a World Heritage site that looks stunning with its pure white snow. It seems you were able to see the scenery just as you imagined.
As staff living in a snowy region, we carry various tips for winter living, and we strive to ensure you enjoy your experience as much as possible.

Dear Maruo,

Thank you for participating in our tour, the "Shirakawa-go Day Trip." We are very pleased to see your title, "Warm Tour."

The weather doesn't always go as hoped, but I believe that people often gain significant experiences in other ways. The experiences you see with your eyes and feel with your mind and body... perhaps that also provided a great sense of value. We appreciate your sharing your experience. Thank you very much.

Dear sakurai305,
It is winter, so naturally, it is snowing in Hokuriku. However, due to the effects of climate change, there have been many years recently with little snow even in winter. Nevertheless, I am glad that you were able to see the beautiful scenery of Shirakawa-go that met your expectations on that day.
I appreciate you sharing such wonderful images. Thank you very much.
From your tour guide

Dear Muffy,

Thank you for participating in our tour. It was wonderful to see the beautiful Shirakawa-go covered in snow this year compared to last year. Shirakawa-go truly looks great in the snow.

I am very pleased to hear that you were satisfied with this tour. If you could join us in a different season next time, I believe you would enjoy a different side of Shirakawa-go as well.

I hope you get to stroll around Shirakawa-go at your leisure again. The fresh green season is also lovely.

Best regards,
Your tour guide

Dear [Anonymous],

Thank you for participating in our tour the other day.

As you mentioned, Shirakawa-go is so famous that it may have become overly commercialized. It seems that Shirakawa-go did not meet your expectations, and the meals were disappointing. Your valuable feedback and thoughts resonate deeply with us.

For those who actually live in Shirakawa-go, the concern about "commercialization" is significant. I have heard that it feels like living in a zoo, being observed in their private lives.

Thank you very much.

Dear Futokuma,

Thank you for participating in our tour. It seems you truly enjoyed Shirakawa-go. I believe the meals were something special that you don't usually get to experience. You must have had an extraordinary time and felt a lot of emotions. We are very happy and grateful to hear every word you shared with us.

"Gratitude" and "emotion" are indeed important. Thank you.

Guide

Dear Mr. Pikotaro 2,

Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. With fewer tourists that day, I hope you were able to fully enjoy yourself at each destination. The picture of the Hida beef sushi looks delicious!

We are gathering plenty of information to ensure that our tour guests can enjoy their time on-site. Although we still have a lot to learn, we will continue to collect information locally. Travel is truly about the genuine emotions and joys of those moments in that place.

Thank you for sending your experience and images.

Sincerely,
Your Tour Guide

Dear TUKTUK,

I remember your face well from the photos. The scenes of Shirakawa-go and Takayama in winter left a strong impression through the images. Walking on the snowy paths was challenging, but it was a wonderful experience that you don't get to have often. From the photos you took, it's clear that you truly enjoyed the tour. Experiences like this can only happen "at that time." This is what travel is all about. I was also delighted to see the photos you posted. Please visit again in the warmer season next time.

Dear Kami-sama of Kyoto,

Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the scenery of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama. As a special benefit for joining the tour, we were pleased to guide you to some hidden gems. I hope you were able to take great photos and create wonderful memories together. Please do come again; you can enjoy the World Heritage sites, which are different in each season.

Best regards,
Your Guide

It truly is amazing how much the weather can change the mood of a trip. Hearing that you had "the best day ever" brings me immense joy as a guide. Thank you very much.

I cherish the encounters with the guests who participate in this tour, and I hope to create more wonderful memories together.

Next time, please challenge yourself with your fifth visit to Shirakawa-go (laughs). I believe you'll discover something new each time you go.

Thank you for sharing your experience.
Guide

Dear Bowmore220,

The photos taken from the observation deck are wonderful with the mist. It really feels like winter is just around the corner. Thank you.

Yes, it's convenient because the access from Kanazawa is good and close.

I'm glad you went to the recommended photography spots. I believe it was a scenery typical of Shirakawa-go.

Thank you for joining our tour this time.

Best regards,
Tour Guide

Dear Yukako,
Thank you for participating in our tour.
The representative image of Shirakawa-go is beautifully captured. The early winter scene looks just like a postcard. Thank you.
Since it's a short distance from Kanazawa, please come again. If you visit in a different season, you'll experience a "different Shirakawa-go."