UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Light-up Tour｜Activities｜VISIT KANAZAWA, JAPAN

UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Light-up Tour

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Special light-up events of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawago Gassho Village! There will only be four the Shirakawa-go light-up events in 2025.

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

<< 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 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 Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck will be closed at 4:10 p.m., and the walking route will be open until 3:45 p.m..
*Shuttle buses to the observatory will be in normal operation (9:00 a.m.-3:40 p.m. for uphill, 9:10 a.m.-4:10 p.m. for downhill). (paid service).
*If on foot, it takes about 15 to 20 minutes to reach the observatory from the walking trail behind the Wada House, the tour facility.
(Note) If you arrive at Shirakawa-go late due to traffic congestion, you may not be able to reach the observatory.

<< 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. 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: Hakusan Kitasaki Bus, White Ring Bus & Tours Co., Ltd.

Information

Organizer: White Ring Co., Bus & Tours
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Price: Adults, Children and Infants (2 years and older) 14,000 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: January 13 (Mon.), January 19 (Sun.), January 26 (Sun.), and February 2 (Sun.), 2025
Notes: Please note that only January 13 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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