UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Light-up Tour

Special light-up events of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawago Gassho Village! In 2024, there will be a total of 6 special light-up bus tour from Kanazawa!


These tours do not include the ticket to the observatory during the Light-up hours.


<< Itinerary >>

02:20p.m.                  Meet at JR Kanazawa Sta.

02:30p.m.            JR Kanazawa Sta. Departure

04:00p.m.-05:00p.m.  Shirakawa-go Free time (Observation deck not available)

05:00p.m.-05:30p.m.  Shirakawa-go Dinner at Hakusuien

05:30p.m.-08:00p.m.  Shirakawa-go Light-up Free time  (Lighting time 05:30p.m. -07:30p.m.   /  Observation deck not available)

09:30p.m.               JR Kanazawa Sta.  Arrival


Accompanied by tour guide

Accompanied by English-speaking staff

Dinner:  included (Hakusuien 白水園)


Please note

*About the Observation Deck: Daytime

The observatory closes at 3:45 p.m. during the day, so you will not be able to visit the observatory on this tour.


*About the Observation Deck: Light-up Hours

Light-up hours: 5:30p.m.-7:30p.m. 

These tours do not include the ticket to the observatory during the Light-up hours.


*Temperatures and Clothing

The temperature during the Light-up period is -10℃ to 0℃, and the road surface is icy. We recommend that you wear warm clothes, waterproof winter boots, and spikes. It is also recommended to bring a flashlight since it is dark underfoot.


*The use of drones is prohibited in Shirakawa-go. Violations will be subject to penalties.

*An "admission ticket system" will be introduced from this year. Please wear the ticket holder around your neck at all times while entering the gate and walking around the village.


 *Be sure to check the dedicated Shirakawa-go Light-up website for more information about the light-up events.

https://shirakawa-go.gr.jp/en/events/93/



  • *The schedule is subject to change or cancellation of time and itinerary due to road conditions, weather, etc.
  • *Participants under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  •   If all participants are minors, a parental consent form is required for all participants.
  • * Operating bus companies: White Ring Bus & Tours Co., Ltd., MARUICHIKANKO Co., Ltd.


Information

Organizer
White Ring Co., Bus & Tours
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Price
Adults and children (6 years and older) 12,000 yen (tax included)
*Infants (0-5 years old) are also welcome to participate, but will be charged at the above rate.
Inclusions
The following expenses, which are clearly indicated in the itinerary, are included in the tour fee.
Fares and charges (including tax and service charges) for transportation used, meal charges (including tax and service charges), sightseeing charges (entrance fees)
Date
Sunday, January 14, 2023
Sunday, January 21, 2023
Sunday, January 28, 2023
Sunday, February 4, 2023
Monday, February 12, 2023
Sunday, February 18, 2023
Time
2:30p.m.~9:30p.m.
Duration
7 hrs
Location
Shirakawa-go,Shirakawago
Departure Point
JR Kanazawa Station, Kanazawa Portgate exit (West exit), Group Tour Bus Parking Area
Ending Point
JR Kanazawa Station, Kanazawa Portgate exit (West exit), Group Tour Bus Parking Area
By Public Transportation
To get to the meeting place, walk about 1 minute from JR Kanazawa Station Port Exit (West Exit).
Capacity
40 people for Jan. 14 (Sun.) only, 80 people for other days
Minimum Participants
1 person
Reservation
Please apply at least 5 days in advance for preparation.
If the departure date has already been decided, applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the day before.
Reservation Period
9:30a.m.-17:30p.m.
Cancellation
In case of cancellation of the tour contract for the customer's own reason, the following cancellation fee will be charged.
From the day before the departure date to 11 days before the departure date ⇒ No charge
10 days from the day before the start of the tour ⇒ 20% of the tour fee
7 days from the day before the tour start date ⇒ 30% of the trip fee
The day before the start of the tour ⇒ 40% of the tour fee
On the day of the start of the tour ⇒ 50% of the tour fee
Cancellation or no-show after the start of the tour ⇒ 100% of the tour fee
Website
Privacy Policy, Tour Terms and Conditions, and Standard Form Travel Agent Contract

Organizer

Address
920-2326 De 65-1 Kinameri Hakusan-Shi Ishikawa
Business Day
Except January 1 - January 3
Business Hours
9:30a.m.-5:30p.m.
Phone
+81 76 255 5340
Email
info@whitering.co.jp
Website
https://whitering.co.jp/index.html

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