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4 Days Only: January 13, 19, 26 & February 2
Enjoy the beautiful winter scenery of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Includes Observation Deck Ticket!
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Overview
Kanazawa
7.5 hour(s)
Available Sun, Mon
Pick-up not available
189590
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What to expect
This bus tour offers a unique view of snow and light in winter-only Shirakawa-go. The illuminated gassho-style houses create a fairy-tale scene. Enjoy this enchanting beautiful Japanese landscape. Book early for this popular, limited-time experience!
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[4 Days Only] Shirakawa-go Light-up 2025
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 103.75
Total:
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 103.75
Price per Adult :
Reservation Start Dates:
- For January 13, 2025 (Mon, Holiday): From October 4, 2024, at 2:00 PM
- For January 19, 2025 (Sun): From October 11, 2024, at 2:00 PM
- For January 26, 2025 (Sun): From October 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM
- For February 2, 2025 (Sun): From October 25, 2024, at 2:00 PM
Child (Age 4-11)
USD 89.03
Overview
Afternoon
7.5 hour(s)
Available Sun, Mon
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Bus fare / Observation deck ticket
Schedule
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14:20
Meet at Kanazawa Station West Exit
14:30
Departure (Via Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway)
16:30
Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal (Approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes stay)
Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its gassho-style houses. During the light-up event, these snow-covered houses are illuminated, creating a fairy-tale-like scene. Enjoy the view from the observation deck.
*The light-up is scheduled from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
19:50
Departure
Via Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway
21:50
Disband After Arrival at Kanazawa Station
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Other requirements
Additional notes
- This activity does not accept any changes to confirmed bookings.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- <Bus Seating Information>
Seat selection is not available for online reservations. Solo travelers will be seated with someone of the same gender. Please note that smoking is prohibited on the bus. - <Observation Deck Guidelines>
- No tripods allowed.
- Visits are split into three groups; follow staff instructions.
- Visit times are assigned, not selectable.
- Walk to the deck after ticket check (exceptions for special needs).
- Shuttle available for those with special needs; mobility, disability, or pregnancy. Contact the Shirakawa-go Tourism Association for reservations.
- No pets allowed.
- Access may be restricted due to heavy snow.
- Ticket resale or transfer is prohibited. - In Shirakawa-go, temperatures drop sharply in the evening, and some areas may be icy. Please wear warm clothing and footwear suitable for snowy conditions.
- <Travel Conditions>
Departure: Kanazawa Station
Duration: Day trip (0 nights, 1 day)
Transportation: Bus
Meals: None (Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0)
Accommodation: None - <Travel Planning/Execution>
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Bus Co., Ltd.
Head Office: Kanazawa Park Building B1F, 3-1-1 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0031
Member of All Nippon Travel Agents Association
Member of Travel Agency Fair Trade Council
Travel Supervisor: General Travel Services Manager, Kazumi Furuta - <Authorized Sales>
VELTRA Corporation
Address: 5th Floor (Reception on 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
Tokyo Metropolitan Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Activity Provider hokutetsukanazawabus Co.,LTD
Activity Provider
FAQ
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 11 business days to 23:59 local time, 8 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 8 business days to 23:59 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 2 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 11 business days to 23:59 local time, 8 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 8 business days to 23:59 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 2 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 23:59 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Other requirements
- Please check the travel conditions before applying. 旅行条件書.pdf
- Please check the terms and conditions before applying. 旅行業約款.pdf
Additional notes
- This activity does not accept any changes to confirmed bookings.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- <Bus Seating Information>
Seat selection is not available for online reservations. Solo travelers will be seated with someone of the same gender. Please note that smoking is prohibited on the bus. - <Observation Deck Guidelines>
- No tripods allowed.
- Visits are split into three groups; follow staff instructions.
- Visit times are assigned, not selectable.
- Walk to the deck after ticket check (exceptions for special needs).
- Shuttle available for those with special needs; mobility, disability, or pregnancy. Contact the Shirakawa-go Tourism Association for reservations.
- No pets allowed.
- Access may be restricted due to heavy snow.
- Ticket resale or transfer is prohibited. - In Shirakawa-go, temperatures drop sharply in the evening, and some areas may be icy. Please wear warm clothing and footwear suitable for snowy conditions.
- <Travel Conditions>
Departure: Kanazawa Station
Duration: Day trip (0 nights, 1 day)
Transportation: Bus
Meals: None (Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0)
Accommodation: None - <Travel Planning/Execution>
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Bus Co., Ltd.
Head Office: Kanazawa Park Building B1F, 3-1-1 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0031
Member of All Nippon Travel Agents Association
Member of Travel Agency Fair Trade Council
Travel Supervisor: General Travel Services Manager, Kazumi Furuta - <Authorized Sales>
VELTRA Corporation
Address: 5th Floor (Reception on 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
Tokyo Metropolitan Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
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2025 Shirakawago Light-up Tour from Kanazawa w/ Observatory Deck Ticket
This bus tour offers a unique view of snow and light in winter-only Shirakawa-go. The illuminated gassho-style houses create a fairy-tale scene. Enjoy this enchanting beautiful Japanese landscape. Book early for this popular, limited-time experience!
