【Dinner-Included Plan Tour】UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Light-up Tour　｜Activities｜VISIT KANAZAWA, JAPAN

【Dinner-Included Plan Tour】UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Light-up Tour　

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Discover the warmth of winter at the Shirakawa-go Light-up — snow, lights, and local flavors in a magical village setting.

Tour Highlights!
★ Experience the magical Light-up of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
★ Held on just 4 special nights in 2027!
★ Guaranteed to operate on all 4 dates!
★ Enjoy Shirakawa-go in daylight before the Light-up begins!
★ Enjoy a delicious Hoba Miso Dinner at Hakusuien, featuring Hida beef and seasonal mountain delicacies!

The special winter Light-up events at Shirakawa-go Gassho-style Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, have been confirmed again for 2027!

This rare event takes place on just four special nights and is strictly by reservation, making it difficult to attend on your own. With our bus tour from Kanazawa, you can enjoy this spectacular event with ease and peace of mind.

We will arrive in Shirakawa-go around 3:30 p.m., giving you the opportunity to stroll through the village and enjoy the beautiful daytime scenery before the lights come on. You can also enjoy the stunning views from the observatory before the Light-up begins.

For dinner, we will stop at Hakusuien, where you can enjoy a delicious Hoba Miso Dinner featuring Hida beef and seasonal mountain delicacies.

As night falls, the snow-covered thatched-roof houses are illuminated in a magical glow, creating a breathtaking winter scene that can only be experienced on a few special nights each year. Don’t miss this truly unforgettable evening in Shirakawa-go!

Please note: Admission to the observatory during the Light-up is not included in this tour.

<< Itinerary >>

01:50p.m. Meet at JR Kanazawa Sta.

02:00p.m.　　　 JR Kanazawa Sta. Departure

03:30p.m.-05:00p.m. Shirakawa-go Free time

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 is not available)

09:30p.m. 　　 JR Kanazawa Sta. Arrival

[Observation Deck: Daytime]

- Access to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck via the walking route is available until 3:45 p.m., and the deck will be closed at 4:10 p.m..

- The observation deck shuttle bus will operate on its regular schedule (uphill: 9:00 a.m. –3:40 p.m., downhill: 9:10 a.m.–4:10 p.m.). (Paid service)

- If you go on foot, it takes about 15–20 minutes to reach the deck via the promenade behind the Wada House.

Note: If our arrival at Shirakawa-go is delayed due to traffic congestion, you may not have enough time to visit the observation deck.

[Observation Deck: Light-up Hours]
Light-up hours: 5:30 p.m. –7:30 p.m.

Please note that this tour does not include an admission ticket to the observation deck during the light-up hours.

[Temperature and Clothing]
Since the light-up takes place at night, temperatures can drop to between -10℃ and 0℃ and the roads may be icy. We recommend wearing warm clothing, waterproof winter boots, and spikes. As the paths are dark, bringing a flashlight is also advised.

[Drone Photography]
The use of drones is strictly prohibited within Shirakawa-go. Please do not fly drones in the village.

[Regarding Admission to the Light-up Event]
An “admission ticket system” will be implemented. The admission ticket will be in the form of a neck holder, and we kindly ask that you wear it around your neck at all times when entering through the gate and while walking around the village.

*For details on the light-up event, please refer to the Shirakawa-go Tourism Association’s official website for the latest information.

* Capacity: 80 people (minimum number of participants: 1)
* Accompanied by tour guide
* Accompanied by English-speaking staff
* Dinner : Included （Hakusuien 白水園）
* Time required: approx. 7 hours and 30 minutes
* The schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to road conditions, weather, etc.
* The tour price does not include admission fees to facilities or meal costs during free time.
* 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., Hakusan Kitasaki Bus

Information

Organizer: White Ring Co., Bus & Tours
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Price: Adults, Children and Infants (2 years and older) 16,000 yen (tax included)
*Infants (0-1 years old) free of charge: no bus seat
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: Departure Dates (2027):
January 11 (Mon, National Holiday)
January 17 (Sun)
January 24 (Sun)
January 31 (Sun)
Notes: Please note that only January 11 will be held on Monday due to a three-day weekend.
Time: 2:00p.m.～9:30p.m.
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
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: 80 persons per day
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: 24 hours
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
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Address: 920-2326 De 65-1 Kinameri Hakusan-Shi Ishikawa
Business Day: Monday–Friday
(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and January 1–3)
Business Hours: 9:30a.m.-5:30p.m.
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