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Gassho-zukuri Minkaen Illumination Tour

This event is different from the “Shirakawago Light-Up Event.”
Please note that entry into Shirakawago Village, the observation deck, and other areas is not allowed.

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Wrapped in the silence of the night, gassho-style houses emerge from the white snow.
Enjoy a fantastical, dreamlike scene that is completely different from daytime.

Tour available：
February 17&18, 2026
Reservation is required.
Departure time：
5:00PM
（Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal）
Arrival time：
8:30PM
（Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal）
Meal：
なし
Bus guide:
Not accompanied
Tour guide:
Not accompanied
  • This tour fee includes:
  • Round trip bus fares
    Admission to the Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri Minkaen
Gassho-zukuri Minkaen Illumination Tour
  • Adult9,800yen
  • Child（1～12）8,800yen
  • Important Notice : Charges apply from age 1.

Gassho-zukuri Minkaen Illumination Tour

Reservation

Itinerary

  1. Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal 5:00PM Dep.　　Bus Parking (Seseragi-Parking) 6:00PM Arr.　　Enjoy illumination at Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri Minkaen 　　Bus Parking (Seseragi-Parking) 7:30PM Dep.　　Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal 8:30PM Arr.

  4. *Please note that entry into Shirakawago Village, the observation deck, and other areas is not allowed.

  7. *During the event period, the souvenir shops at the Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri Minkaen will be closed.
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Itinerary

  • First, make a reservation online

    Reservations can be made online.
    Please book in advance via our website.

  • Check-in at Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal Ticket Counter

    Please visit the Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal ticket counter on the day of your tour.
    You will receive your bus tickets and other necessary documents.

    *You cannot board the bus with just your mobile ticket.
    *The ticket counter may be very crowded depending on the circumstances. Please arrive with plenty of time before your departure.

  • Departing from Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal (5:00PM)

    The bus departs from Bus Stop #7 at the Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal.
    The bus will depart on time. Please be sure not to miss the bus.

  • Explore the Gassho-zukuri Minkaen!

    Experience the magical scenery of the Gassho-zukuri houses emerging from the snow in the tranquil night.
    Enjoy a different, enchanting view from the daytime at Gassho-zukuri Minkaen.

    The departure time for the return bus is 7:30 PM.
    Please return to the bus by the departure time.

    *Please note that entry into Shirakawago Village, the observation deck, and other areas is not allowed.
    *During the event period, the souvenir shops at the Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri Minkaen will be closed.


  • Arrival at Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal (8:30PM)

    Thank you for riding with us!

Remarks

*This event is different from the “Shirakawago Light-Up Event.”
Please note that entry into Shirakawago Village, the observation deck, and other areas is not allowed.
*Meals are not included in this plan.
*Online reservations are accepted until 12:00 noon on the day before the event.
For reservations after noon, please make a booking by phone or at the Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal ticket counter.
*The maximum number of people per booking is six. We only accept credit card payments. Please have your credit card ready when making your reservation.
*The itinerary may be delayed due to road conditions. In some cases, services may be canceled due to unavoidable circumstances.

For reservations

Online reservations are accepted until 12:00 noon on the day before the event.
For reservations after noon, please make a booking by phone or at the Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal ticket counter.

【For phone inquiries】

Nohi Bus Reservation center TEL: +81 (0)577-32-1688
Business Hour／9:00AM-5:00PM

Cancellation policy

  • Before the tour・・・100 yen per person
  • No show　　　・・・No refund

Gassho-zukuri Minkaen Illumination Tour

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