Nagoya: 2026 Hida Takayama Shirakawa-go Light-up Winter Tour

Journey from Nagoya into the heart of rural Japan for a day of timeless culture and breathtaking scenery. Wander the preserved Edo-period streets of Hida Takayama, known as the "Little Kyoto of Hida," and feel the history come alive. Then, behold the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go, where the unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses create a storybook setting. But for a truly magical experience, join us on select winter dates (e.g., Jan 25, Feb 1). As dusk falls, witness the village transform during the exclusive Shirakawa-go Winter Illumination. The iconic thatched roofs, dusted with snow, glow softly against the night sky—a fleeting, fairytale spectacle available on only a few special evenings each year. Travel seamlessly with a bilingual guide and soak in the best of the region's beauty, from the lively Miyagawa Morning Market to a landscape that changes enchantingly with the seasons.