Reviewed by: ママにゃん
This was my first time visiting Takayama and Shirakawa-go. It was a one-day course departing from and returning to Nagoya. The tour guide and the bus driver were wonderful, making the journey comfortable both ways. Just before arrival, the tour guide wrote notes on a map and explained it to each group. The driver was always smiling and had a great vibe.
As for the sightseeing spots, I can say they are "a must-visit at least once in your life." Especially in Shirakawa-go, I recommend the "interior tours" at several houses. I visited Meizenji, and it was incredibly fascinating to see the depth of history and culture!
初『高山・白川郷』でした。名古屋発着の1日コース。
添乗員さん+バスの運転手さんがすばらしくて、行き帰りの行程も快適でした。
到着直前に、添乗員さんが地図に手書きの書き込みをつけて、一組ずつ説明して渡してくれます。運転手さんもいつも笑顔でいい感じの方。
観光地については、『人生で一度は訪れるべき』っていう感想です。特に白川郷では、数軒ある『内部見学』がオススメです。私は『明善寺』でしたが、奥深さがいろいろと見えてめちゃくちゃ興味深かったです❗️
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/26 |
Reviewed by: hiko
Shirakawa-go is definitely worth a visit. While exploring the town is nice, be sure to go up to the observation deck as well. It's a shame that I only had time to buy souvenirs in Takayama.
白川郷は一度は訪れると良いですよ街中散策も良いですが展望台も上がってみて下さい
飛騨高山はお土産を買う時間しかなかったのが残念
飛騨高山はお土産を買うか散策するか、両方は無理なので目的きめたほうが良いと思います。
Dear Hiko,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
We are delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed exploring Shirakawa-go and the views from the observation deck. We completely agree with your sentiment that "it's worth visiting at least once." Shirakawa-go, with its changing beauty throughout the seasons, offers new charms no matter how many times you visit.
On the other hand, we apologize for the limited time you had in Takayama and for not meeting your expectations. We will consider improvements to ensure a more fulfilling time allocation in the future.
We would be happy if you could take the time to enjoy the streets of Hida Takayama on another occasion. Thank you very much for your valuable feedback!
White Ring Co., Ltd.
hiko様
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
白川郷の街中散策や展望台からの景色、しっかり楽しまれたようで何よりです。「一度は訪れると良い」というお言葉、私たちもまったく同感です。四季折々の表情を見せる
白川郷は、何度訪れても新しい魅力を感じられますよね。
一方で、高山でのお時間が限られていたとのこと、ご期待に添えず申し訳ありませんでした。今後は、より充実した時間配分ができるよう改善を検討してまいります。
また別の機会に、ぜひ飛騨高山の街並みもゆっくり楽しんでいただければ嬉しいです。貴重なご意見、本当にありがとうございました!
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/24 |
Reviewed by: ともこ
Most of the participants were from overseas, and the guide provided explanations in three languages. It was also great that the bus was large and spacious. We were able to visit three tourist attractions in one day, and the time spent at each location was just right.
参加者のほとんどが海外の方で、ガイドさんは3カ国語で説明をしてくれました。バスが大型で広々使うことができたのもよかったです。観光名所3ヶ所に1日で行け、滞在時間もそれぞれちょうどよかったです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/06 |
Reviewed by: シルバー
The guide was Chinese and was fluent in Japanese, using three languages as indicated in the tour information. Most of the participants were Chinese, with only us being Japanese, but the guide paid close attention to us and provided detailed sightseeing information. We were able to enjoy the tour with peace of mind. Thank you, guide.
中国人のガイドさんでした。ツアーの案内のとおり3カ国語を使いこなせる方で、流暢な日本語でした。利用者の殆どは中国の方で日本人は私達のみでしたがガイドさんは私達によく気を配り詳しく観光案内をしていただけました。安心してツアーを満喫できました。ガイドさん、ありがとうございました。
The guide was a foreigner, but they were kind and spoke fluent Japanese.
ガイドさんは外国人でしたが親切で流暢な日本語で対応していただけます。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/22 |
Reviewed by: よっちゃん🤗
It was a tour from Kanazawa Station to Shirakawa-go, and the tour guide was wonderful! There were more than half foreign visitors, and they guided us in both Japanese and English in a fun way.
The beautiful gassho-zukuri scenery of Shirakawa-go was truly amazing. I want to visit Shirakawa-go in winter as well!
金沢駅から白川郷へのツアーでしたが添乗員の方が素晴らしかったです‼️
外国人の方が半数以上居たのですが日本語英語と楽しくガイドして頂きました。
白川郷の素敵な合掌造り景色がとても素晴らしかった。冬の白川郷にも来たいと思います‼️
I think it would be good to go in comfortable shoes!
履き慣れた靴で行かれると良いと思いますよ‼️
Dear Yocchan,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We appreciate your kind words about our tour guide.
The scenery of Shirakawa-go's gassho-zukuri changes beautifully with each season, but the winter snow-covered landscape is truly exceptional. We hope you will visit again in the winter season.
Thank you for your warm review. We sincerely look forward to your next participation!
White Ring Co., Ltd.
よっちゃん様
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
添乗員のガイドについてお褒めいただき、ありがとうございます
白川郷の合掌造りの風景は、季節ごとに違った美しさがありますが、冬の雪化粧はまた格別です。ぜひぜひ、また冬の季節にも足を運んでいただければと思います。
温かい口コミをありがとうございました。またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております!
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/20 |
Reviewed by: むかごろう。
I was with people from various countries, and I was impressed by everyone's good manners. I would like a map to be prepared in advance. It was my first time visiting Gujo Hachiman, and I want to go again early.
多国の方とご一緒でしたがみなさんマナーが良く関心しました。
事前にマップを用意して欲しいです。
郡上八幡は初めて訪れた場所でした、早い時間にもう一度行きたいです。
This time, the meals were flexible, so it was great to be able to try the local specialties at the tourist spots. The tour had limited time.
今回は食事は自由でしたから観光地の名物料理が食べられて良かっです。
ツアーは時間が限られます。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/23 |
Reviewed by: Monique
We had a lot of free time to spend in the villages. The guide and driver were both very experienced and well organized.
We loved the lunch in an traditional restaurant in a very small village. ( Only 9 houses).
We can highly recommend this trip!
Thank you so much for joining our tour and for sharing such a kind review!
I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the free time in the villages — we believe it’s important for guests to explore at their own pace and soak in the atmosphere. It’s also wonderful to know that our guide and driver made a positive impression with their experience and organization.
Your warm recommendation means a lot to us. We’d be thrilled to welcome you again on another adventure. Safe travels and thank you once again.
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| Packages: | Basic Plan |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/22 |
Reviewed by: C.C
While Shirakawa-go is famous in winter, spring is perfect for walking and exploring. A little snow remained on the ground, and the contrast between the cherry blossoms and the gassho-zukuri architecture was lovely.
冬の白川郷が有名ですが、春は歩きやすく散策には最高です。雪が地面に少し残り、桜と合掌造りのコントラストが素敵でした。
I think this tour offers different experiences and atmospheres depending on the season, and Shirakawa-go in spring was lovely with cherry blossoms and flowers in bloom.
このツアーは、季節によって楽しみ方や風情が変化すると思うので、春の白川郷も桜や花が咲き素敵でした。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/20 |
Reviewed by: ゆっきー
I think we were the only two Japanese participants this time. The guide was from China and explained the highlights of each location in Chinese, English, and Japanese. I felt it was a great value to visit three places at this price.
今回参加した中で、私たち2名だけが日本人だったと思います。
ガイドさんは中国の方で、中国語、英語、日本語で各地の見どころを説明してくださいました。
このお値段で3カ所まわれてコスパよかったと思います。
As everyone has mentioned, the meeting place is used by other tours as well. It's best to look for the tour operator's flag and to arrive early, allowing plenty of time.
皆さんおっしゃってますが、集合場所は他ツアーも利用しています。
催行会社の旗を目印に、そして時間には余裕を持って早めに行かれたほうが良いです
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/19 |
Reviewed by: ろーずのーず
As I read in the reviews, it was quite a struggle to find the guide at the morning meeting point. Once I found someone who seemed to be the guide, I was shown a list to find my name. If it wasn't there, I had to go to the guide for a different bus and search for my name again.
Once the group gathered, we hurriedly followed the guide to the bus stop. The guide was Chinese, so the initial explanation was in Chinese, followed by a brief translation in English. There was hardly any explanation in Japanese.
Before arriving in Gujo, there was a long explanation in Chinese, then a brief summary in English and a little in Japanese. The free time was less than an hour, and those who wanted to walk freely had to do so on their own, while others followed the fast-paced guide. During the walk, there wasn't much explanation, and participants were busy taking photos while trying to catch up with the guide.
Once everyone was gathered, the bus departed for Hida Takayama. Again, the explanation was long in Chinese, with a simple English summary, and in Japanese it was very brief, like "This is Hida Takayama. The meeting time is at what time. That's all." I had been there several times before, so it was fine for me, but my partner, who only speaks English, found it difficult to understand if they weren't focused when the guide explained in English.
The old town was crowded with foreign tourists, and entering shops took some time, so we just walked around without stopping anywhere. The free time there was about two hours, but as long as we decided on which shops to visit and where to grab a snack, we managed to get around. This time, we had Hida beef buns, visited a chopstick shop (where I had my name engraved on chopsticks), enjoyed mitarashi dango, gohei mochi, and even did a sake tasting at a brewery (though we rushed through it).
We arrived at Shirakawa-go around 4 PM, so it was disappointing that some shops and houses were closed. The sightseeing there was mostly free as well.
We felt good about visiting three cities in one day, but I wished the guide had done a bit more guiding. If I could wish for anything, I would have liked a bit more free time, especially since our stay in Gujo was too short.
So, I gave it a rating of ⭐3.
レビューで読んでいた通り、朝の集合場所でガイドを見つけるのに一苦労。
そしてガイドらしき人をみつけたらそこでリストを見せられ自分の名前を探す→見つからなければ違う号車だからそっちのガイドのところへ行き再度自分の名前を探す。
人数が集まった様なら急ぎ足で歩くガイドのあとを必死で追いかけバス乗場まで。
ガイドは中国人だったので最初の説明は中国語。その後簡単に訳した英語。そして日本語では殆ど説明がないといっていい。
まず最初に郡上へ着く直前に長々と中国語で説明、そして簡単な英語と日本語でも少し。
自由時間は1時間もなく、自由に歩き回りたい人は自分で歩きそれ以外は早足のガイドに着いていく感じ。
歩いている間たいした説明もなく参加者は写真を撮っては早歩きでガイドに追い付く感じ。
そして人数揃ったらバスは出発飛騨高山へ。ここでも説明は同じく長い中国語での説明と簡単な英語に日本語では「飛騨高山です。集合時間は何時です。以上」みたいにとても簡素でした。
私は何度か行っていたのでそれでも大丈夫でしたが、初めて行ったパートナーは英語しか喋れないのでガイドが英語で説明する時に集中していないとよくわからない感じでした。
古い町並みは外人の観光客で溢れ、お店に入るとちょっと時間がかかってしまうため片道はどこも立ち寄らずに町を見て歩いた感じです。
そこでの自由時間は2時間くらいの自由時間でしたが行く店と買い食いするお店さえ決めておけばなんとかまわれました。
今回は飛騨牛肉まん、お箸屋さん(お箸に名前を入れてもらいました)、みたらし団子、五平餅、そして酒蔵にて飲み比べ(かなり急いで飲みましたが)もできました。
そして白川郷に着いたのが4時くらいだったので閉まっているお店や家があったのが残念でした。
ここでの観光も殆ど自由でした。
私たちは1日で3都市まわれたので良かったと思っていますが、ガイドとしてついて来るならもう少しガイドらしいことしてほしかったです。
欲を言えば自由時間がもう少し欲しかったなあと。
特に郡上での滞在は短すぎました。
ということで⭐3にさせてもらいました
There isn't much explanation from the guide, so I think it's better for those from English-speaking countries and Japanese people to plan what they want to do at the places they visit beforehand.
ガイドからの説明はあまりないので英語圏、日本人の方は行く前に訪れる場所でどうしたいかとか色々プランしておいた方がいいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/27 |
Reviewed by: neo
I participated in this tour with a friend who came to Japan from abroad. I think the bus tour that takes you to Takayama and Shirakawa-go in one day is a great deal. Once we arrived in Takayama and Shirakawa-go, we had free time to enjoy cherry blossom viewing while sampling food, and we had a wonderful time.
外国から日本旅行に来た友人と一緒に参加しました。1日で高山、白川郷に連れて行ってもらえるバスツアーはお得だと思います。高山、白川郷に着いてからは自由行動で、食べ歩きをしながらお花見をしたり、楽しく過ごすことができました。
In Takayama, the time was a bit short at one and a half hours for walking around. We had lunch in Shirakawa-go, but there were lines at every restaurant.
高山は1時間半と、歩き回るには少し短い間隔がありました。白川郷ではランチをいただきましたが、どこのお店も列ができていました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/18 |
Reviewed by: K.T
Our guide, Bara, provided guidance in English, which was helpful for my husband, whose native language is English. She marked the places we should visit on the map in advance and explained everything before we arrived at the location, which was very helpful. We also had plenty of free time and were able to spend the best time as a family. The driver drove safely, so we felt secure during the ride.
ガイドのバラさんが英語でガイドして下さり英語が母国語の主人は助かりました。行くべき場所を事前にマップに印をつけてて下さり、現地に着く前に説明をして下さり助かりました。自由時間も十分にあり家族で最高の時間を過ごすす事が出来ました。ドライバーさんも安全運転で安心して乗れました。
There's nothing in particular. I'm fine with whatever you choose.
得にありません。お任せで大丈夫です。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/16 |
Reviewed by: akkah
Both the bus driver and the guide were very kind and accommodating. There were just under 40 tour participants, and our family of four was the only Japanese group. Some reviews mentioned that those who might have reservations about joining a tour with foreigners (from Korea and Taiwan) should consider it carefully, but we had no such concerns at all. The passengers were well-mannered, and everyone adhered to the meeting times. The driver was very considerate towards my elderly wife, who has limited mobility, and we are very grateful for that. Thank you very much.
バスの運転手さんもガイドさんからも親切な応対をしていただきました。40名弱のツアー客で日本人は私たち家族4名でした。外国の方(韓国、台湾)との一緒のツアーに抵抗がある人は考えたほうが良いとの感想が書かれていたが全くその心配はありませんでした。
乗客のマナーもよく集合時間も全員守っていました。
足が不自由な老妻に運転手さんからは色々心遣いを戴き感謝いたしております。
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/13 |
Reviewed by: やんち
As soon as we arrived, we walked to the observation deck and had a panoramic view of the town. The entire town looks like a miniature garden, just like in the pictures. Time flows slowly here. The guide was also kind, and we had a great time with some jokes mixed in. We created a wonderful memory to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary.
着いてすぐに展望台まで歩き、町を一望。画像でよく見る町全体が箱庭のようです。
時間がゆっくり流れます。
ガイドさんも親切で、ジョークを交えながら楽しく過ごすことができました。
結婚40年の記念にいい思い出が一つ増えました。
Dear Yanchi,
Congratulations on your 40th wedding anniversary. Thank you for participating in our tour on such an important day.
The view from the observation deck is indeed wonderful, allowing you to see the entire town. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it.
Please consider using our services again when you visit Hokuriku. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
White Ring Co., Ltd.
やんち様
結婚40周年記念、おめでとうございます。
大切な日に弊社ツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございました。
やはり展望台からは町を一望出来るので良いですよね。
お楽しみ頂けたご様子で安心しました。
また北陸へお越しの際は是非ご利用下さいませ。
スタッフ一同、心よりお待ちしております。
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/31 |
Reviewed by: かおりん
I participated alone, but in Shirakawa-go, I had plenty of free time to climb the observation deck and enjoy food walking. The Hida beef steak I had for lunch was delicious. In Takayama, there were various shops, and it was very enjoyable, but I didn't have time to relax in any café.
ひとりで参加しましたが、白川郷では、展望台に登ったり、食べ歩きをしたり、十分な自由時間でした。
お昼に食べた飛騨牛ステーキが美味しかったです。
飛騨高山では、色んなお店がありとても楽しかったですが、どこかのカフェに入ってゆっくりするような時間はなかったです。
Dear Kaorin,
Thank you for participating in our tour. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed it. There are many shops in Shirakawa-go and Hida Takayama, so it's a pleasure to explore while sightseeing.
Thank you for your high rating. We look forward to serving you again.
White Ring Co., Ltd.
かおりん様
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございました。お楽しみ頂けたご様子で良かったです。
白川郷も飛騨高山も色々なお店がありますので、観光しながら巡る楽しさはありますね。
高評価を頂きありがとうございました。
またのご利用お待ちしております。
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/23 |
Reviewed by: ラッキー
There were many foreign participants.
I was able to enjoy sightseeing in both Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, and there was plenty of time for sightseeing at both places. The food was also delicious.
I was quite worried about getting car sick, but the road we took in winter (the one that is not White Road) was not winding, so I didn't get sick.
外国人参加者の方が多かったです。
白川郷も五箇山も観光でき、どちらも観光時間がたっぷりあったので満喫できました。ご飯もおいしかったです。
かなり車酔いがひどいので心配でしたが、冬に通る道(ホワイトロードではない方)はクネクネしていなかったので酔いませんでした。
I visited at the end of March. In Gokayama, the slope to the observation deck was flowing like a river with melted snow, and my shoes got completely soaked. It's recommended to wear waterproof shoes o
3月末に行きました。五箇山は、展望台までの坂が雪解け水で川のように流れてきて靴がびしょびしょになリました。防水の靴を履くか、荷物に余裕があれば長靴持参がおすすめです。
Dear Lucky,
Thank you for participating in our bus tour and for your high rating; we sincerely appreciate it.
In recent years, Kanazawa and Shirakawa-go have seen a significant increase in international visitors, and many people have joined our tours.
This course also allows for ample time to explore each location, making it one of the most enjoyed tours by our guests. However, since Shirakawa-go and Gokayama are in mountainous areas, some may worry about motion sickness. We will be traveling on highways and well-maintained national roads, which should help alleviate any discomfort.
Thank you for your advice. As you mentioned, it would be wise to prepare waterproof boots or shoes. (To customers reading this review, please take this into consideration.)
Thank you for using our services.
White Ring Co., Ltd.
ラッキー様
この度は弊社バスツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございました。
また高評価を頂き重ねて御礼申し上げます。
近年「金沢」や「白川郷」は海外のお客様が大変増えており、弊社ツアーも多くの方にご参加頂いております。
またこちらのコースは各箇所の散策時間も多く取っており、皆様に大変喜ばれているツアーの一つです。
ただ行先の「白川郷」「五箇山」は山間部ですので車酔いを心配される方もいますが、
高速道路や整備された国道を通行しますのでご負担は軽減されるかと思います。
アドバイスありがとうございます。
ラッキー様のおっしゃる通り、防水のブーツや靴等をご準備をした方が良いですね。
(こちらのレビューをご覧のお客様、参考になさってください)
この度はご利用頂きありがとうございました。
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/28 |
Reviewed by: ハヤシ
I felt the charm of Japan's good old hometown. I participated in the tour in March, but I think the scenery in autumn and winter will be different and enjoyable, making it a place that should be visited at least once in a lifetime.
日本の古き良きふるさとを感じました。ツァーに参加したのは3月でしたが、秋や冬はまた違った景色が楽しめそうで、生涯一度は訪問すべき場所だと思います。
Dear Hayashi,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the charm and beautiful scenery of Shirakawa-go to the fullest.
We hope you will visit us again in a different season. We sincerely look forward to your next participation.
ハヤシ様
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。白川郷の風情や美しい景色を存分に楽しんでいただけたようで、大変嬉しく思います。
次回は是非違う季節にお越しください。またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/22 |
Reviewed by: まやぁ
I was able to leisurely explore Shirakawa-go and Takayama. I received recommendations for places to visit, and since I wanted to avoid crowds, I went to those locations. It was such a luxurious experience; I almost had the places to myself and could take my time to enjoy them. Thank you! ♪
全体にゆったりと白川郷と飛騨高山を散策できました。
おすすめポイントを教えていただき、人混みを避けたかったのでその場所へ行きました。
なんと贅沢なことか、ほぼひとりじめ状態で、ゆっくり見学できました。
ありがとうございました♪
Dear Maya,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed Shirakawa-go and Takayama at a leisurely pace. It’s great to know that our recommendations were helpful. We sincerely look forward to your next participation.
まやぁ様
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。白川郷と飛騨高山をゆったりとお楽しみいただけたようでよかったです。おすすめポイントがお役に立てて何よりです。またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Snowy |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/26 |
Reviewed by: カモメ71
The bus runs through the amazing snow towards Shirakawa-go. I had a slight anxiety in my heart about whether we could return.
However, thanks to the wonderful driver's skills and the enjoyable guide's commentary, I was able to fully appreciate the snowy Shirakawa-go and the streets of Takayama.
I think of the efforts of those who are dedicated to preserving Shirakawa-go.
I felt grateful to have participated in this tour and to have had such a unique experience.
驚くような雪の中バスは白川郷へと走っていきます。心の中では戻ってこれるのかという一抹の不安もありました。
ところが、素晴らしいドライバーさんの運転と楽しいガイドさんの案内で雪の白川郷と高山の街並みを堪能させていただきました。
あの白川郷を大切に守っている方々のご苦労を思います。
なかなかできない体験をすることができ、このツアーに参加して良かったと思いました。
Rubber boots, gloves, hat, umbrella
These are essential in Shirakawa-go in February.
長靴 手袋 帽子 傘
2月の白川郷では必須です。
Dear Kamome71,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
I believe your journey to the snow-covered Shirakawa-go was truly a special experience. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the guidance from our tour guide. Additionally, your warm words for those who protect Shirakawa-go resonated deeply with us. It reminded us of our commitment to support the preservation of this beautiful landscape for future generations.
If you have the opportunity, please consider visiting Shirakawa-go and Takayama in another season. We look forward to welcoming you again.
カモメ71様
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございます。
雪深い白川郷への旅は、まさに特別な体験だったことと思います。ガイドのご案内を楽しんでいただけたようで、私たちも嬉しい限りです。
また、白川郷を守る方々への温かいお言葉、とても心に響きました。この美しい景観が次の世代にも受け継がれるよう、私たちもサポートしていきたいと改めて感じました。
また機会がございましたら、ぜひ別の季節の白川郷や高山も訪れてみてください。お待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Snowy |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/13 |
Reviewed by: 雪女
We gathered at Kanazawa Station at 8 AM, and the bus was mostly filled with foreign tourists. It was an older sightseeing bus, and there was no restroom.
Since we arrived early, there weren't many people around, and the snowy scenery was charming. After a while, it became crowded with foreign tourists, which surprised me.
As soon as we arrived, we had free time. I hurriedly walked to the farthest point while taking photos. I couldn't stroll around because of the time constraints, so personally, I wished I had a bit more time.
For lunch, we had a healthy course meal with plenty of wild vegetables at a restaurant with the tour group. The portion was small, but it was just right for me. The grilled meat on the magnolia leaf was very delicious.
When we arrived at the second location, Gokayama, the snow started to fall heavily. There were hardly any people here, and it was quiet and picturesque. I preferred this place more.
Finally, the cheerful smile of the bus guide, who provided explanations in both English and Japanese with some humor, was great. I was satisfied to be able to visit the snowy Shirakawa-go and Gokayama!
朝8時に金沢駅集合、バスはほぼ
外国の方で埋まってました。ちょっと古めの観光バス、トイレはありません。
現地に早く着いたので、あまり人もおらず雪景色が風情があった。少し経つと外国の観光客で溢れかえっていて、びっくりした。
着いてすぐフリータイム。急ぎ足であちこち写真撮りながら一番端っこまで歩く。時間がないのでブラブラはできず、個人的にはもう少し時間欲しかったかな。
ランチはツアーの人とレストランでヘルシーな山菜多めのコース料理。量は少なめだけど、私にはちょうど良い。朴葉焼のお肉がとてもおいしかった。
二箇所目の五箇山に着くと雪が本降り。こちらにはほとんど人がいなく静かで趣深い。こちらの方が好みであった。
最後にバスガイドさんの明るい笑顔で英語と日本語での笑いも交えながらの説明、良かったです。雪の白川郷、五箇山に行く事が出来て満足です!
Cold weather measures.
防寒対策。
Dear Yukionna,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour.
It was indeed a privilege to quietly enjoy the snowy scenery of Shirakawa-go, thanks to your early arrival. I understand you were surprised by the sudden influx of tourists afterward; it truly is a popular spot worldwide. It seems you walked a lot within the limited time, but it would have been even better if you could have taken it a bit slower. We appreciate your valuable feedback and will take it into consideration for the future.
I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the local cuisine of Shirakawa-go during lunch. It’s also wonderful to know that you appreciated the tranquility and charm of Gokayama as part of the tour.
Please do visit Shirakawa-go and Gokayama again throughout the seasons. We look forward to welcoming you back.
雪女様
この度は弊社ツアーにご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございます。
雪景色の白川郷を静かに楽しめたのは、早めの到着ならではの特権ですね。その後、一気に観光客で賑わう様子に驚かれたとのこと、やはり世界的にも人気のスポットなのだと実感します。
限られた時間の中でたくさん歩かれたようですが、もう少しゆっくりできるとさらに良かったですね。貴重なご意見、今後の参考にさせていただきます。
ランチでは白川郷の郷土料理を気に入っていただけたようで何よりです。五箇山の静けさや風情を楽しんでいただけた点も、ツアーとしてとても嬉しく思います。
ぜひまた四季折々の白川郷・五箇山に足を運んでみてください。お待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Snowy |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/17 |
Reviewed by: たま
I was very satisfied with the tour of the three ancient capitals. At Shirakawa-go, it was very crowded, so I wished I had a bit more time.
3古都めぐりでとても満足です。
最後の白川郷ではとても混んでいたので
もう少し時間がほしかったです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/10 |
Reviewed by: ぽにょ
The guide was a young man who skillfully spoke English, Chinese, and Japanese, and he was very kind. I hadn't done much research before going, so I was a bit anxious, but there were no problems at all. The driver's driving was safe, and I didn't feel any anxiety. We visited three places, which was a bit hard, but each had its own charm, and we were blessed with good weather, making for a fulfilling day. There were many foreign visitors. The car was very quiet and comfortable during the transfers. Still, when we arrived at Nagoya Station, the final greeting from the guide was met with applause and shouts of "thank you" from the passengers, which made me feel very warm inside.
お若い男性のガイドさんでしたが、英語、中国語、日本語を巧みに操り、かつ、とても親切でした。
下調べをあまりして行かなかったので、不安でしたが、全く、問題ありませんでした。
運転手さんの運転も安全で、不安を感じませんでした。
3か所回るので、ハードではありましたが、それぞれの良さがあり、お天気にも恵まれ、充実した1日でした。
外国の方が多かったです。
移動中の車内は大変静かで、快適でした。
それでも、名古屋駅到着時の最後のガイドさんの挨拶に、乗客の皆さんから拍手とサンキューの声が上がり、とても温かい気持ちになりました。
The meeting place is very crowded, so let's look for someone holding a flag with the company name on it.
集合場所は大混雑しているので、社名の入った旗を持っている人を探しましょう。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/09 |
Reviewed by: Noro
This tour efficiently takes you through routes that are quite difficult to navigate on your own by bus! We stopped at roadside stations and enjoyed a delicious Hida beef wrapped in bamboo leaf miso grilled lunch in Shirakawa-go without any waiting, making it a fantastic experience. The guide was excellent, providing necessary explanations and maps in advance, as well as giving commentary along the way!
個人ではなかなか難しいルートをバスで無駄なくまわってくれるツアーです!道の駅へ寄ったり白川郷内での飛騨牛の苞葉味噌焼きランチなど並ぶこともなく効率よく楽しめて最高でした。
バスの中で必要な説明や地図を事前に配ったり、道路沿いの説明をしてくれたり、段取りの素晴らしいガイドさんでした!
I think it's better to start from less crowded areas in Shirakawa-go, even on weekdays. If you definitely want to go to the observation deck as part of a tour, I recommend heading there right after ge
白川郷は平日でも混んでいるので空いている所から見て行ったほうがよいと思います。ツアー参加で展望台に絶対行きたいのならバスを降りてすぐ行くことをおすすめします。集合時間に間に合わないと困ります!
Dear Noro,
Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. We are very pleased that your family enjoyed both Shirakawa-go and Takayama. Since many of our guests are visiting for the first time, we train our staff to ensure everyone can enjoy the tour within the limited time.
We appreciate your wonderful advice for future visitors. The images you uploaded beautifully capture the winter scenery of Shirakawa-go. Thank you very much.
White Ring Co., Ltd.
Noro様
先日は弊社ツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。白川郷・高山の2ヵ所をご家族皆さまに楽しんでいただき大変うれしく思います。初めて訪れる方が多いので限られた時間で皆さまがツアーを楽しんでいただけるようスタッフに研修をしています。
これから訪れる方への素晴らしいアドバイスに感謝しています。アップして頂いた画像も冬らしい白川郷を撮られていますね。ありがとうございます。
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/06 |
Reviewed by: アキ
Shirakawa-go had more snow than usual this year. Due to an avalanche, we could only reach the observation deck by shuttle bus, but we gave up because of the long line waiting for the bus. It was nice to see the filming location of "Saiai" as well.
例年以上の大雪の白川郷でした。
雪崩?のために展望台へ徒歩では行けず、シャトルバスのみでしたが、バス待ちの長蛇の列で諦めました。「最愛」のロケ地も見れて良かったです。
Dear Aki,
Thank you for participating in our tour. This year, Shirakawa-go was hit by more than 1 meter of heavy snowfall, which is more than usual. I see you visited the inn that was a filming location for a drama. It’s quite large, and recently not many people visit, so you found it well. The main street is bustling with many people, but the side streets have several inns and are quiet, allowing you to leisurely stroll through the snowy Shirakawa-go.
White Ring Co., Ltd.
アキ様
弊社ツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。今年は例年より1m以上多い大雪に見舞われた白川郷でした。ドラマのロケ地になった民宿に行かれたのですね。大変大きくて、最近ではなかなか訪れる方は少ないですがよく見つけられましたね。メインストリートは人通りが多くて賑やかですが、1本中に入った通りは何軒か民宿があって静かで雪の白川郷をゆっくり散策できたのではないでしょうか。
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/02 |
Reviewed by: なちこはん
The guide was an excellent person who was fluent in English, Chinese, and Korean. They distributed maps and provided detailed explanations to each individual, which was very kind and greatly appreciated. The other guests were quiet and punctual, and although there was a bit of a traffic jam waiting for parking at the entrance to Shirakawa-go, we were able to get through quickly, which was good.
However, it was disappointing that while the two-hour exploration of Takayama was nice, two hours in Shirakawa-go was not enough, and I couldn't make it to the observation deck. The shuttle bus had a long line, and I tried to walk but ended up taking the wrong path. If the tour can't be extended due to the driver's working hours, I think it would be better to have an hour and a half in Takayama and two and a half hours in Shirakawa-go.
The foreign students I brought along (from Vietnam) were very moved and said they created lifelong memories, so it was worth taking them. Thank you very much.
ガイドさんが、英語、中国語、韓国語に堪能な優秀な方で、地図を配り一人一人に丁寧に説明してくれて、とても親切だったのが
凄く良かった
同乗のお客さんも静かで時間厳守してくださり、白川郷の入り口では少し、駐車場待ちで渋滞していたがすぐに抜けられて良かった
ただ、残念だったのは高山2時間散策は良かったが、白川郷、2時間は足りなかくて、展望台まで行けなかったのが残念だった。
シャトルバスは長蛇の列で、歩こうとしたが、道を間違えてしまった。運転手さんの労働時間とかの関係で、ツアーを長く出来ないのであれば、高山1時間半、白川郷2時間半でもいいのではないか
と思います
連れて行った外国人生徒達(ベトナム人)が
一生の思い出ができたと、とても感動してくれ、連れて行った甲斐があった
ありがとうございました
The roads were cleared of snow, so sneakers were fine, but if you want to play in the snow, sneakers might not be sufficient on snowy days. I think it's better to have rubber boots or boots with slip-
道は除雪してあり、スニーカーでも大丈夫だったが雪遊びをしたい、とか雪の日はスニーカーでは厳しいかと。長靴や滑り止めのついたブーツ(滑り止めは靴屋で売ってる)があった方がいいと思います
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Others |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/01 |
Reviewed by: よーこ
I participated in a tour of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama. I was a bit anxious about the bus ride, which took over an hour one way, but thanks to our guide's interesting stories, the well-organized itinerary, souvenir information, and the driver's safe driving, I was able to enjoy an efficient and worry-free visit. This time, we experienced heavy snowfall and deep snow, but I would love to join again in a different season to see the changing expressions throughout the year. It was a wonderful tour. Thank you very much.
白川郷、五箇山のツアーに参加しました。片道1時間超のバス移動は少し不安でしたが、ガイドさんの興味深いお話しと見学コースの組み立て方やお土産情報、ドライバーさんの安全運転のおかげで安心して効率的な見学を楽しむことができました。今回は大雪で深い積雪の中の見学でしたが、別の季節もぜひまた参加して、四季折々の表情を見てみたいです。素晴らしいツアーでした。ありがとうございました。
Dear Yoko,
Thank you for participating in our tour. This year, Shirakawa-go experienced its first heavy snowfall in many years, and it seems that everyone in your family enjoyed it. We appreciate your satisfaction with the tour content and your highest rating. Thank you very much.
We would be delighted if you could join us again in a different season. I believe there will be another wonderful experience waiting for you.
White Ring Co., Ltd.
よーこ様
弊社ツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。今年は何年ぶりの大雪の白川郷でしたが、皆さまご家族の方々は楽しめたようですね。ツアー内容にご満足いただき、また最高評価に感謝いたします。ありがとうございます。
ぜひ、今度は違う季節にご参加いただければ大変うれしく思います。別の感動もあると思います。
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Snowy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/24 |
Reviewed by: しらかわ
I participated in this bus tour, but unfortunately, the service was very poor, and I cannot recommend it.
1. Tour Guide's Response
The tour guide was Chinese and had limited Japanese skills, making communication difficult. Additionally, they seemed inexperienced with the tour's progression, and information sharing about meeting places and times was insufficient.
2. Mistake in Meeting Place Guidance
There was no announcement regarding the meeting place or itinerary changes, and we ended up waiting in the wrong location. Afterward, we headed to the correct meeting place, but the bus ended up passing by the original location where we were waiting. If there had been an explanation when I called about the delay, we wouldn't have needed to move unnecessarily. It was very challenging to rush down a crowded street with a small child in the snow and poor footing.
3. Impact of Other Participants' Delays
Other participants arrived significantly late, causing a major delay (about 2 hours). By the time we reached our destination, many shops were closed, ruining the sightseeing experience. The return home was also quite late, which was particularly tough for those with children.
4. Poor Balance Between Cost and Service
I booked this tour because it was cheaper compared to other bus tours, but even at a low price, such poor management is unsatisfactory. Unfortunately, this is a tour I cannot recommend.
I hope for improvements, but as it stands, I cannot consider using this service again.
今回、こちらのバスツアーに参加しましたが、残念ながら非常に対応が悪く、参加をおすすめできません。
1. 添乗員の対応
添乗員の方は中国人の方でしたが、日本語があまりできず、意思疎通が困難でした。加えて、ツアーの進行にも不慣れな様子で、集合場所や時間等情報共有が不十分でした。
2. 集合場所の案内ミス
集合場所や行程変更の案内がなく、私たちは誤った場所で待機することに。その後、正しい集合場所に向かいましたが、結局バスが元々私たちがいた場所を通過する形に。遅れてしまうことをお電話した際に説明があれば無駄に移動する必要はなかったのに、雪が降り足元の悪い中、小さな子どもを連れて混雑した道を急ぐ羽目となり、とても大変でした。
3. 他の参加者の遅刻による影響
他の参加者が大幅に遅れて到着したため、予定より大幅に遅延。(約2時間遅れ)目的地に着いた頃には閉まっている店も多く、せっかくの観光が台無しに。帰宅時間もかなり遅くなり、特に子連れには厳しい状況でした。
4. コストとサービスのバランスが悪い
他のバスツアーと比較して料金が安かったため予約しましたが、安いとはいえ、ここまでお粗末な運営では満足できません。残念ながら、参加をおすすめできないツアーでした。
改善を期待したいですが、今のままでは再利用は考えられません。
Dear Shirakawa,
I sincerely apologize for the negative experience you had.
It is true that many unexpected events occurred that day, and I do not intend to make excuses, but I would like to explain the circumstances.
1. The staff on that day were not very proficient in Japanese, which made communication difficult. There was a mistake regarding the bus stop when we gathered in the morning.
2. Due to heavy snowfall in the days leading up to your visit, Shirakawa-go experienced traffic congestion, and on that day, there was an accident causing a traffic jam at the Shirakawa-go Tunnel. It was a mistake to drop you off at a different location to avoid delays. With customers from various countries, it was rash to make the decision to disembark without being able to explain properly to each individual.
We will strengthen our management and training moving forward.
I truly empathize with your feelings and once again, I apologize.
しらかわ様、悪い経験をさせてしまい、大変申し訳ございません。 その日、たくさんのハプニングが起こったのは事実で、弁解するつもりはないですが、事情をご説明させてください。 1. その日のスタッフは日本語があまり上手ではありません、うまく伝えれないところはあります。朝集合しているときに、バスバースの間違いでした。 2 連日大雪で、白川郷は渋滞で、入るのは1時間以上かかる日もあり、当日は事故で白川郷トンネルで交通渋滞が発生しており、無駄がないようにいつもと違うところに降車させたのはまた大間違いでした。色んな国のお客様がおり、一人ずつにうまく説明できなければ、降車する判断は軽率でした。今後は管理と教育を強化していきます。
お客様の気持ちを痛感しております。改めてお詫び申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/23 |
Reviewed by: ソロ旅人
Thanks to the nice judgment of the guide and the driver, we were able to fully enjoy all three locations safely, considering the snow forecast and road conditions during the middle of the three-day weekend. The guide provided explanations in Japanese, English, and Chinese, which made it easy to understand. When displaying the meeting point on Google Maps from the website, it points to Bic Camera across the road, but it's actually in front of the police box.
3連休中日で雪の予報や道路状況を踏まえて、ガイドさんと運転手さんのナイスな判断のおかげで無事3ヶ所全てを満喫できました。
日本語、英語、中国語全ての言語でガイドをしていて、わかりやすかったです。
ウェブサイトからグーグルマップで待ち合わせ場所を表示すると道路の反対側のビックカメラを指しますが、交番の前です。
The area in front of the police box is a meeting point for various tours, so there are a lot of people. Please do your best to find the tour company. Since there is a lot of travel time, it would be e
交番前が色々なツアーの待ち合わせ場所で人がいっぱいいるので、頑張ってツアー会社の側を見つけてください。移動時間が多いので、バスの間やることを用意しておくとさらに楽しいです。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/23 |
Reviewed by: ミーコ
It was my first time in Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go. We had 2 hours of free time in Hida Takayama and 2 hours in Shirakawa-go. The time in Takayama was just right, but 2 hours in Shirakawa-go was not enough. This was because the walking path to the viewpoint I wanted to visit was closed due to snow, so the only option was the shuttle bus, which had a long line of about an hour to board. In the end, it was certain that I wouldn't make it back in time for the bus departure, so I reluctantly gave up (tears). Since the shuttle bus only came every 20 minutes, I think anyone wanting to go to the viewpoint during this season needs at least 3 hours of free time... Other than that, I was very satisfied! I was also able to buy the water pudding. About 90% of the tour participants were foreigners, but there were no particular issues.
初めての飛騨高山と白川郷でした。
フリータイム飛騨高山2時間、白川郷2時間でしたが、高山はちょうどよかったのですが白川郷2時間は時間が足りなかったです。というのも、一番行きたかった展望台へは遊歩道が積雪の影響で通行止めになっていたためシャトルバスしか手段がなく乗れるまでに1時間くらい並ぶ感じになっていました。結局帰りのバス出発に間に合わないのが確実だったので泣く泣く断念(涙)
シャトルバスが20分おきしか無かったのでこの時期に展望台に行きたい方はフリータイム3時間は必要かと…
それ以外はとても満足できました!
水ぷりんも買えましたので。
ツアー参加者の9割くらいは外国の方ですがとくに問題はなかったです。
If there is no snow, you can walk to the observation deck, so a two-hour free time should be fine.
雪のない時期なら展望台へ歩いて行けるので2時間のフリータイムでも大丈夫かと。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/21 |
Reviewed by: あちゃごろ
The snow and scenery in Shirakawa-go were beautiful, and I enjoyed tasting and purchasing sake in Takayama. It was a shame that the mitarashi dango was sold out in Takayama, so I couldn't try it, but I was able to relax without any rain.
白川郷の雪と景色、高山ではお酒の飲み比べをして購入しました。
高山でみたらし団子が売り切れており、食べられなかったのは残念でしたが、雨が降ることもなく、ゆっくり過ごすことができました。
I prepared winter boots and it was definitely the right choice. Especially in Shirakawa-go, there was quite a bit of snow piled up, and since it was soft, I think my shoes would have been soaked if I
防寒ブーツを用意して参加しましたが、大正解でした。
特に白川郷では、かなり雪が積もっており、柔らかな状態でしたので、ブーツじゃなかったら、靴の中がビチョビチョになっていたと思います。
Dear Achagoro,
Thank you for participating in our tour the other day. This year, there has been an abundance of snowfall, and I think it was wonderful to see the snow and the gassho-zukuri architecture in Shirakawa-go. Takayama has many souvenir shops and sake breweries, making it a great tourist destination for those who enjoy sake. We are very grateful for your feedback that you were satisfied with this tour. Thank you very much.
White Ring Co., Ltd.
あちゃごろ様
先日は弊社ツアーにご参加いただきありがとうございました。
今年は雪が十分すぎるほどの積雪で白川郷では雪と合掌造りが観られて良かったと思います。高山はお土産店が多く、また、酒蔵が多いのでお酒好きの方にはとても良い観光地だと思いますね。今回のツアーに満足されたとのご感想、大変ありがたく思います。ありがとうございます。
株式会社ホワイトリング
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Snowy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/13 |
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In Hida Takayama, I think it's better to decide on a purpose since you can't do both shopping for souvenirs and strolling around.