Enjoy a full day exploring Shirakawago and Hida Takayama from Nagoya
Experience the unique architecture of Shirakawago's gassho-zukuri houses
Wander through the historic streets of Hida Takayama and enjoy local delicacies
Enjoy two hours of free time in both Shirakawago and Hida Takayama
Benefit from a tour that operates with a minimum of one participant
What to expect
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawago and the historic town of Hida Takayama on a day tour from Nagoya. Enjoy two hours of free time in each location to explore traditional architecture and local cuisine.
About this experience
Starting at
08:30
Schedule
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Meet at the Silver Clock, Taiko-dori Exit, JR Nagoya Station
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Look for the 'EASY GO' flag
A tour assistant will be waiting for you at the meeting point, holding a flag with "EASYGO" written on it. Please use this flag as a guide when reassembling after the free walk.
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***Important***
- This tour is a mixed tour with Japanese tourists. - There will be no guide on this bus tour; only a tour assistant will accompany the tour. - There will be no sightseeing guide at the tourist spots. - The accompanying assistant can provide basic and very simple communication in English.
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Departure
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Takayama village
The charming town of Takayama offers a series of picturesque scenes that will make you want to take photos. Enjoy a leisurely stroll and tasting local delicacies.
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Takayama Jinya
Takayama Jinya, a historic Edo period government office, is a national treasure. Despite its remote location, it was directly governed by the Tokugawa shogunate. Today, it is a bustling morning market known as "Jinya-mae Asaichi."
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<< Recommended Local Delicacies >>
Hida Beef Sushi Enjoy the rich flavor of Hida beef.
Gohei-mochi (rice cake) Traditional rice cake made with local "Aburae," worth trying even as miso sauce becomes mainstream.
Agezuke A Hida Takayama specialty, deep-fried tofu coated in soy sauce, perfect with drinks
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Departure from Takayama
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Shirakawa-go
Shirakawa-go, known for its heavy snowfall, is a World Cultural Heritage site with about 100 sturdy thatched-roof houses surrounded by mountains. This unique village has preserved its traditional culture to this day, offering a glimpse of Japan's original landscape.
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Recommended Walking Course
"Wada House" is the largest thatched-roof house in the area, still used as a residence.
"Kanda House" has a unique structure and a historical saltpeter production site.
"Thatched Roof House Village" is an outdoor museum with 25 houses, temple, shrine, and a water mill.
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From late Dec to early Mar, Shirakawa-go is transformed into a snowy landscape!
During the winter, the entire thatched-roof village is covered in pure white, offering a fantastic view. Many tourists visit as it becomes a scenic spot in winter. It is recommended to view the entire village from the observation deck. Don't forget to prepare for the cold and wear non-slip shoes.
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Departure from Shirakawa-go
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Disband at Nagoya Station
Location and Directions
Check-in
Nagoya Station
1-1 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi, 450-0002 Japan
Check-out
Nagoya Station
Reviews
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Posted Date: 2023/02/18
JP爺さん
I would like to have a temperature check and other confirmations during the first boarding. The Chinese participants do not adhere to the meeting time. They are talking loudly without wearing masks on the bus. (The tour guide does not give any warnings.) I do not want to participate much in the future. 最初の乗車時には検温等の確認をしてほしい。 中国人が集合時間を守らない。バス車内ではマスクを着用せず大声で 話をしている。(添乗員は注意をしない) 今後あまり参加したくない。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. However, I deeply apologize for any anxiety and discomfort you experienced.
I have conveyed the content of your feedback to the operating company. We will work diligently with the operating company to improve services so that all participants can enjoy their experience comfortably.
Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback. VELTRA Customer Support Teamこの度はツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。 しかしながらご不安な思いをされた上、 ご不快な思いをさせてしまいましたこと深くお詫び申し上げます。
The guide spoke very little Japanese, and there was a lack of information. Communication was difficult due to their broken Japanese, which caused a lot of trouble. They mostly explained things in Chinese and spent a lot of time on their Instagram and talking on the phone with friends. The worst part was that the driver was completely exhausted from driving back and was dozing off, making it feel like we were about to have an accident. Even when I told the guide, they didn't do anything or seemed… The guide spoke very little Japanese, and there was a lack of information. Communication was difficult due to their broken Japanese, which caused a lot of trouble. They mostly explained things in Chinese and spent a lot of time on their Instagram and talking on the phone with friends. The worst part was that the driver was completely exhausted from driving back and was dozing off, making it feel like we were about to have an accident. Even when I told the guide, they didn't do anything or seemed to understand the situation well. I believe this tour will become a major problem in the future. It wasn't just me; other customers felt the same way. It's disappointing because both the guide and the driver were really nice people. It’s probably the company's fault. ガイドさんが日本語をほとんど喋れず、インフォメーションが足りません。カタコトの日本語なのでコミュニケーションが取れずに大変困りました。ほとんど中国語で説明していて、社内でガイドさんはずーっと自身のインスタ制作と友だちとの電話に時間を費やしていました。最悪だったのは、運転手が完全に帰りの運転に疲れ果てていて、コックリ運転で、事故に会いそうだったことです。ガイドさんに言っても、何もしてくれないと言うか、よくわかっていませんでした。きっと、将来的には大問題になるツアーだと思います。私だけではなく、他の… ガイドさんが日本語をほとんど喋れず、インフォメーションが足りません。カタコトの日本語なのでコミュニケーションが取れずに大変困りました。ほとんど中国語で説明していて、社内でガイドさんはずーっと自身のインスタ制作と友だちとの電話に時間を費やしていました。最悪だったのは、運転手が完全に帰りの運転に疲れ果てていて、コックリ運転で、事故に会いそうだったことです。ガイドさんに言っても、何もしてくれないと言うか、よくわかっていませんでした。きっと、将来的には大問題になるツアーだと思います。私だけではなく、他のお客さんも同意見でした。ガイドさんも運転手さんもとてもいい人だったので、残念です。多分会社が悪いんですね。
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Reply from the operator
Dear Noriko,
Thank you very much for participating in our tour. We sincerely apologize for any concerns you experienced during the tour. We also appreciate your valuable feedback. We will implement measures to ensure that such issues do not occur in the future. Our entire staff will continue to strive to provide services that satisfy our customers.Noriko 様
Even after arriving at the meeting point for the tour I signed up for, there was no one with a tour flag, and when the meeting time came, ultimately no one showed up. The other people who had signed up for the same tour were also worried and troubled as time passed without anyone arriving. When I called, it went to voicemail and I couldn't get through, and even though I wanted a refund, I couldn't reach anyone despite trying multiple times. This was my first experience with such a company, and i… Even after arriving at the meeting point for the tour I signed up for, there was no one with a tour flag, and when the meeting time came, ultimately no one showed up. The other people who had signed up for the same tour were also worried and troubled as time passed without anyone arriving. When I called, it went to voicemail and I couldn't get through, and even though I wanted a refund, I couldn't reach anyone despite trying multiple times. This was my first experience with such a company, and it completely disrupted my travel plans, leading to a very difficult situation. 当日ツアーに申し込んで待ち合わせの集合場所に着いても、ツアーの旗らしき方もいなく集合時間になっても結局誰も来なかったです。 同じツアーを申し込みしてた方たちも時間が過ぎても来なく不安になって困ってました。 電話をしても留守電になって繋がらないし、返金してもらいたくても電話も留守電だから何度かけてもだめでした。 こんな会社は初めてでせっかくの旅行も予定が狂って大変な思いになりました。
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That's unfortunate...
Posted Date: 2024/09/10
やっぱり…
This was my first time participating. There were only three of us Japanese, and the remaining 20 to 30 people were Chinese and Korean. The tour guide was a Chinese student working part-time, and they could speak a little Japanese. However, the guide mostly slept in the vehicle and didn't explain the scenery around us, only providing the minimum necessary information about meeting times and arrival times!
To make matters worse, some passengers didn't keep to the schedule! A particular couple was … This was my first time participating. There were only three of us Japanese, and the remaining 20 to 30 people were Chinese and Korean. The tour guide was a Chinese student working part-time, and they could speak a little Japanese. However, the guide mostly slept in the vehicle and didn't explain the scenery around us, only providing the minimum necessary information about meeting times and arrival times!
To make matters worse, some passengers didn't keep to the schedule! A particular couple was repeatedly late, which prevented us from departing on time... I'm not sure if the guide said anything to them... It was disappointing because the sightseeing should have been enjoyable. However, it was still good that the second person was free. 初めて参加させて頂きました。 日本人私達含め3人だけで残り2〜30名は中国人と 韓国人で、添乗員さんは学生アルバイトの中国の方でした。日本語は少し話せました。添乗員さんは車中寝てるばかりで周りに見える景色の説明をする事もなく、必要最低限の集合時間と到着時間の説明だけ！ 極め付けは乗客が時間を守らない！それも同じカップルが何度も遅刻した為時間通りに出発も出来ず… 添乗員さんが注意したのかも定かではありませんが… 楽しいはずの観光が残念な気分になりました。 でも2人目無料だったのでまだ良かったです。
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I wonder if it depends on the guide in charge...
Posted Date: 2025/02/25
しらかわ
I participated in this bus tour, but unfortunately, the service was very poor, and I cannot recommend it.
1. Tour Guide's Response The tour guide was Chinese and had limited Japanese skills, making communication difficult. Additionally, they seemed inexperienced with the tour's progression, and information sharing about meeting places and times was insufficient.
2. Mistake in Meeting Place Guidance There was no announcement regarding the meeting place or itinerary changes, and we ended up waitin… I participated in this bus tour, but unfortunately, the service was very poor, and I cannot recommend it.
1. Tour Guide's Response The tour guide was Chinese and had limited Japanese skills, making communication difficult. Additionally, they seemed inexperienced with the tour's progression, and information sharing about meeting places and times was insufficient.
2. Mistake in Meeting Place Guidance There was no announcement regarding the meeting place or itinerary changes, and we ended up waiting in the wrong location. Afterward, we headed to the correct meeting place, but the bus ended up passing by the original location where we were waiting. If there had been an explanation when I called about the delay, we wouldn't have needed to move unnecessarily. It was very challenging to rush down a crowded street with a small child in the snow and poor footing.
3. Impact of Other Participants' Delays Other participants arrived significantly late, causing a major delay (about 2 hours). By the time we reached our destination, many shops were closed, ruining the sightseeing experience. The return home was also quite late, which was particularly tough for those with children.
4. Poor Balance Between Cost and Service I booked this tour because it was cheaper compared to other bus tours, but even at a low price, such poor management is unsatisfactory. Unfortunately, this is a tour I cannot recommend.
I hope for improvements, but as it stands, I cannot consider using this service again. 今回、こちらのバスツアーに参加しましたが、残念ながら非常に対応が悪く、参加をおすすめできません。
I sincerely apologize for the negative experience you had.
It is true that many unexpected events occurred that day, and I do not intend to make excuses, but I would like to explain the circumstances.
1. The staff on that day were not very proficient in Japanese, which made communication difficult. There was a mistake regarding the bus stop when we gathered in the morning. 2. Due to heavy snowfall in the days leading up to your visit, Shirakawa-go experienced traffic congestion, a… Dear Shirakawa,
I sincerely apologize for the negative experience you had.
It is true that many unexpected events occurred that day, and I do not intend to make excuses, but I would like to explain the circumstances.
1. The staff on that day were not very proficient in Japanese, which made communication difficult. There was a mistake regarding the bus stop when we gathered in the morning. 2. Due to heavy snowfall in the days leading up to your visit, Shirakawa-go experienced traffic congestion, and on that day, there was an accident causing a traffic jam at the Shirakawa-go Tunnel. It was a mistake to drop you off at a different location to avoid delays. With customers from various countries, it was rash to make the decision to disembark without being able to explain properly to each individual.
We will strengthen our management and training moving forward.
I truly empathize with your feelings and once again, I apologize. しらかわ様、悪い経験をさせてしまい、大変申し訳ございません。 その日、たくさんのハプニングが起こったのは事実で、弁解するつもりはないですが、事情をご説明させてください。 1. その日のスタッフは日本語があまり上手ではありません、うまく伝えれないところはあります。朝集合しているときに、バスバースの間違いでした。 2 連日大雪で、白川… しらかわ様、悪い経験をさせてしまい、大変申し訳ございません。 その日、たくさんのハプニングが起こったのは事実で、弁解するつもりはないですが、事情をご説明させてください。 1. その日のスタッフは日本語があまり上手ではありません、うまく伝えれないところはあります。朝集合しているときに、バスバースの間違いでした。 2 連日大雪で、白川郷は渋滞で、入るのは1時間以上かかる日もあり、当日は事故で白川郷トンネルで交通渋滞が発生しており、無駄がないようにいつもと違うところに降車させたのはまた大間違いでした。色んな国のお客様がおり、一人ずつにうまく説明できなければ、降車する判断は軽率でした。今後は管理と教育を強化していきます。 お客様の気持ちを痛感しております。改めてお詫び申し上げます。
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bus tour
Posted Date: 2023/05/18
リリア
The meeting place was only vaguely indicated, and I ended up waiting at a different location, which was disappointing. I think they should provide a clear meeting point. When I called, the Japanese was broken and hard to understand, and I felt deceived. The bus to Takayama also made stops along the way without any explanation, and even though it was a highway, the speed was slow.待ち合わせ場所がおおまかしか載ってなくて 待ってた所と別な所で 残念でした ハッキリした待ち合わせ場所を載せるべきだと 思いました 電話しても日本語がカタコトでつうじないし だまされたと思いました 高山に行くバスも途中停まって 何の説明もないし スピードも高速なのにゆっくりで
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Reply from the operator
Dear Lilia,
Thank you very much for your participation.
I apologize for any anxiety we may have caused.
We will continue to work hard to provide even better service to our customers,
so we appreciate your continued support.
Sincerely, O.リリア様
ご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました。
不安な思いをさせて、申し訳ありません。
これからも、お客様に更にいいサービスを提供できるように取り組みますので、
どうぞ、宜しくお願い致します。
王
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More like a charter bus than a tour.
Posted Date: 2023/07/11
まだかゆい
This product is a bus charter, not a tour. The differences from a regular bus tour are as follows: 1: Basically, almost all participants are foreigners from Asian countries. Many are quite open to communication, so for those who are sensitive, it's recommended to bring noise-canceling headphones as a precaution. 2: There are no assigned seats, so you may find yourself pushed by those who go ahead without forming a line when boarding. In our case, the seat we tried to take was secured by a Korean… This product is a bus charter, not a tour. The differences from a regular bus tour are as follows: 1: Basically, almost all participants are foreigners from Asian countries. Many are quite open to communication, so for those who are sensitive, it's recommended to bring noise-canceling headphones as a precaution. 2: There are no assigned seats, so you may find yourself pushed by those who go ahead without forming a line when boarding. In our case, the seat we tried to take was secured by a Korean family who casually tossed their bag onto it from behind, resulting in us ending up further back than we expected. Additionally, during the two breaks and two stops, if you don't clearly secure your seat, you might find it taken by participants with a different sense of space. 3: I was well aware that there would be no guide, but I feel that those accompanying should at least have some basic knowledge. The young woman who accompanied us (she seemed very shy and kind, with Chinese as her mother tongue, able to communicate in English with basic words, and studying Japanese) bears no responsibility, but if a complete novice is to accompany, the operating company should provide at least basic geographical and historical information materials. 4: Some participants come from countries or regions where time is more relaxed, so don't forget to maintain a certain level of mental flexibility! Lastly, the benefits of participating. In this itinerary, it is possible to travel to the destination from Nagoya by Meitetsu bus, but the convenience of simply clicking to apply is great for busy professionals. If you participate with the mindset that it's a culturally diverse mode of transportation, you won't get upset. この商品は、ツアーではなくバスのチャーターです。普通のバスツアーと違う点は以下の通り。1：基本的に、参加者はほぼ全員アジア諸国からの外国人です。大らかにコミュニケーションをとる方も多いので、神経質な方はノイズキャンセリングヘッドフォン持参などの対策がお勧めです。2：座席指定がないので、乗車の際に列を作らずグイグイと行く方々に押されがち。私たちの場合、座ろうとした座席を後ろからカバンをポイっと投げた韓国のご家族に確保されてしまい、思ったより後ろの席になってしまいました。また二回の休憩と二回の現地下車… この商品は、ツアーではなくバスのチャーターです。普通のバスツアーと違う点は以下の通り。1：基本的に、参加者はほぼ全員アジア諸国からの外国人です。大らかにコミュニケーションをとる方も多いので、神経質な方はノイズキャンセリングヘッドフォン持参などの対策がお勧めです。2：座席指定がないので、乗車の際に列を作らずグイグイと行く方々に押されがち。私たちの場合、座ろうとした座席を後ろからカバンをポイっと投げた韓国のご家族に確保されてしまい、思ったより後ろの席になってしまいました。また二回の休憩と二回の現地下車の際にわかりやすく自分の席を確保しておかないと、ちょっと感覚の違う参加者に座席を取られてしまいます。3：ガイド同伴でない事は百も承知でしたが、最低限知識がある方でないと同伴者は務まらない気がします。同伴者であった若い女性（とてもシャイで優しそうな方で、中国語は母国語、英語は単語を並べての基礎コミュニケーションに困らない程度、日本語は勉強中と察します）には何の責任もありませんが、全くの素人に同伴させるなら催行会社側は基本的な地理情報や歴史情報などに関する資料を最低限用意するなどもっと配慮が必要かと思います。4：時間にルーズな国や地域の参加者もいるので、ある程度の心の余裕をお忘れなく！最後に、参加したメリット。この旅程の場合、名古屋からなら名鉄バスで自ら目的地を回ることも可能ですが、やはりポチッと申し込むだけで済むというのは忙しい社会人には便利。国際色豊かな交通手段と割り切って参加すれば、腹も立たないですよ。
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Reply from the operator
Dear Kayui-sama,
Thank you very much for participating in the EasyGo Tour!
This is a very popular course not only among Japanese people but also among foreign visitors to Japan, and we greatly appreciate your valuable advice.
We will continue to work hard to ensure everyone enjoys their experience.まだかゆい様
ツアー自体はまあまあでした。同じ目的地に戻る場合は、別のツアー会社を探すと思います。First off, I couldn't locate the tour guide until 10min prior which I think is late. Second, please warn the entire tour group not to consume strong odor food in the bus! Some people are sensitive to smell.
The tour itself was meh. If I go back to the same destination I'd look for a different tour agency.
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Reply from the operator
ご利用いただき、誠にありがとうございます。 貴重なご意見を心より感謝申し上げます。 今後もサービスの向上に努めてまいります。Thank you very much for choosing our company's services. We truly appreciate your valuable feedback. We will continue to work hard to further improve our services in the future.
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The time was short.
Posted Date: 2023/11/05
Choco
There are parts that are unavoidable due to road congestion, but we only had a little over an hour to stay in Shirakawa-go. It was disappointing that we had to rush through.道路混雑で仕方ない部分もありますが、白川郷での滞在時間が1時間ちょっとしかなかった。とても急いで回らなくてはならなくて、残念でした。
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Reply from the operator
Dear Choco,
Thank you very much for participating in the EasyGo tour and for sharing your valuable experience!
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused to our customers due to the heavy congestion at the Shirakawa-go parking lot on the holiday, as well as for our lack of consideration.
We will continue to work on providing better service to our customers by considering various situations.
If you would like to participate in the Shirakawa-go tour again, we would like to offer you a special… Dear Choco,
Thank you very much for participating in the EasyGo tour and for sharing your valuable experience!
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused to our customers due to the heavy congestion at the Shirakawa-go parking lot on the holiday, as well as for our lack of consideration.
We will continue to work on providing better service to our customers by considering various situations.
If you would like to participate in the Shirakawa-go tour again, we would like to offer you a special discount of 50% off.
It was great to enjoy both Takayama and Shirakawa-go in one day. I signed up for a Japanese tour, but it was primarily made up of Chinese participants, and I was confused by the limited explanations from the guide.
I was told that taking the shuttle bus to the observation deck in Shirakawa-go would be quicker, but when we arrived at the shuttle bus stop, there were no buses at the time we went, which caused a loss of time. It was a shame to waste time with only two hours of free time.
Also, the co… It was great to enjoy both Takayama and Shirakawa-go in one day. I signed up for a Japanese tour, but it was primarily made up of Chinese participants, and I was confused by the limited explanations from the guide.
I was told that taking the shuttle bus to the observation deck in Shirakawa-go would be quicker, but when we arrived at the shuttle bus stop, there were no buses at the time we went, which caused a loss of time. It was a shame to waste time with only two hours of free time.
Also, the color of the flag at the meeting point was shown as white in the photo sent to us, but it was actually brown. Since most of the participants were foreigners, we didn't realize it was our tour at first. I would have appreciated a heads-up about the multinational nature of the tour in advance. １日で飛騨高山と白川郷を楽しめたのはとても良かったです。 日本語ツアーを申し込んだのですが、中国人中心のツアーでガイドさんの説明が少なくて戸惑いました。
I don't have enough time for sightseeing in Takayama.
Posted Date: 2024/09/17
キャンプをしないヒロシ
Since the stay in Takayama coincides with lunchtime, if you have a meal, the sightseeing time becomes limited, and you end up running out of time after a quick tour of the main street. I felt that if you want to secure sightseeing time, you need to forgo lunch. I thought next time I would like to stay overnight and enjoy it more leisurely.
As for the stay in Shirakawa-go, I think it was almost sufficient unless you extend your visit to the observation deck.
In any case, I feel it's a "must-see a… Since the stay in Takayama coincides with lunchtime, if you have a meal, the sightseeing time becomes limited, and you end up running out of time after a quick tour of the main street. I felt that if you want to secure sightseeing time, you need to forgo lunch. I thought next time I would like to stay overnight and enjoy it more leisurely.
As for the stay in Shirakawa-go, I think it was almost sufficient unless you extend your visit to the observation deck.
In any case, I feel it's a "must-see at least once" kind of place, and if you like it, it’s a good trial for a future leisurely visit in terms of cost.
About 90% of the participants were foreigners, and the tour guide was a young Chinese person, but they did a great job, and I had no worries at all. 高山での滞在が昼食時間と重なるので食事をすると、観光の時間が少なくなり、主な通りを一周して時間切れとなります。見所は多いと思いますので観光時間を確保したい場合は昼食は取らないと割切る必要があると感じました。次回は宿泊してゆっくり楽しみたいと感じました。 白川郷の滞在は展望台まで足を伸ばさなければ、ほぼ十分かと思いました。 いずれにせよ、「一度は行って見るべし」的な感じで、気に入れば再度ゆっくり行くためのお試しには費用的にも良いかと思います。 参加者は9割？が外国人の方で、添乗員さんも若い中国の方でした… 高山での滞在が昼食時間と重なるので食事をすると、観光の時間が少なくなり、主な通りを一周して時間切れとなります。見所は多いと思いますので観光時間を確保したい場合は昼食は取らないと割切る必要があると感じました。次回は宿泊してゆっくり楽しみたいと感じました。 白川郷の滞在は展望台まで足を伸ばさなければ、ほぼ十分かと思いました。 いずれにせよ、「一度は行って見るべし」的な感じで、気に入れば再度ゆっくり行くためのお試しには費用的にも良いかと思います。 参加者は9割？が外国人の方で、添乗員さんも若い中国の方でしたが、しっかりやって頂いて全く不安もありませんでした。
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The bus seat assignment was a mess.
Posted Date: 2025/10/05
うわばき
The reception at the initial meeting point was crowded, and I was seated in a completely different spot than what was initially indicated for the bus seats, which left me feeling disappointed right from the start. However, the tour guide was very proficient in Japanese, and despite my initial disappointment, they provided thorough explanations, allowing me to enjoy a pleasant time during the tour.最初の集合場所での受付から混み合っていたのもあるのですが、バスの座席場所案内が最初に案内された所とは全然違う所に座らされ、初っ端から残念な気持ちでの出発でした。でも、添乗員の方はとても日本語が上手で残念な気持ちで出発したものの、丁寧に説明してくださったのでツアーの旅は楽しい時間を過ごせました。
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Snow?
Posted Date: 2026/01/31
Japanese
What surprised me on the bus was that, including the two of us, there were about five people, and aside from the Japanese, everyone else was of Chinese descent. The guide's announcements on the bus were mostly in Chinese, so I couldn't understand anything at all (laughs). Later, they came to us, the minority Japanese, and gave a brief explanation before moving on. It was a strange bus tour experience.
I was also looking forward to the scenery of Shirakawa-go covered in snow, but it started to rai… What surprised me on the bus was that, including the two of us, there were about five people, and aside from the Japanese, everyone else was of Chinese descent. The guide's announcements on the bus were mostly in Chinese, so I couldn't understand anything at all (laughs). Later, they came to us, the minority Japanese, and gave a brief explanation before moving on. It was a strange bus tour experience.
I was also looking forward to the scenery of Shirakawa-go covered in snow, but it started to rain instead... I ended up having to buy a plastic umbrella at the shop (laughs). Since it's natural weather, I can't really complain about that... 乗ったバスで驚いたのは、私達2名を含め5名ほどが日本人の他は全部中華系の外国人。ガイドの方の車内アナウンサーも殆んど中国語で何言ってるのか全く分からず(笑)後で我々少数派の日本人の所へ来て簡単な説明だけしておしまい。奇妙なバスツアー体験でした。 また雪で覆われた白川郷の景色を期待していたのですが、なんと雨が降ってきて… まさかの売店でビニール傘を買う羽目に(笑) 自然の天候なので、これに関しては誰にも文句は言えませんけどね…
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Shirakawa-go, Takayama
Posted Date: 2023/02/12
大ちゃん
I wanted to take a little more time to explore Shirakawa-go. The meeting point was hard to find. Since the photo was taken from inside the station showing the taxi stand, it was easy to get confused. I thought it would be better to show a photo near the fountain.白川郷一箇所でいいからもう少しゆっくりと観光したかった。待ち合わせの場所がわかりにくかった。写真は駅の構内からタクシー乗り場を写していたので間違えるもと。写真を出すなら噴水近くでなければと思った。
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Reply from the operator
I apologize. I will improve.申し訳ありません。改善します。
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The experience was okay.
Posted Date: 2023/11/03
TC
The experience was just okay. First, the guide was late in the morning. There was no greeting, and she was mostly on her phone. She was very good at Chinese, but it seemed like she lacked Japanese hospitality. I can't say this experience was bad, but it could have been better.体験はまあまあだった。まず、ガイドが朝遅かった。挨拶もなく、ほとんど携帯電話を使っていた。彼女は中国語がとても上手でしたが、日本的なホスピタリティに欠けているように思えました。この体験が悪いとは言えないが、もっと良かったかもしれない。
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Reply from the operator
Dear TC,
Thank you very much for participating in the EasyGo tour and for sharing your valuable experience!
We sincerely apologize for the staff's inability to explain things well in Japanese.
This course is very popular, attracting not only Japanese participants but also visitors from China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, and the United States. Please rest assured that we are committed to providing guidance in Japanese and ensuring thoughtful service, as our tour guides strive to be… Dear TC,
Thank you very much for participating in the EasyGo tour and for sharing your valuable experience!
We sincerely apologize for the staff's inability to explain things well in Japanese.
This course is very popular, attracting not only Japanese participants but also visitors from China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, and the United States. Please rest assured that we are committed to providing guidance in Japanese and ensuring thoughtful service, as our tour guides strive to be attentive every day.
We will share this feedback internally and continue to work towards ensuring everyone has a wonderful experience. We look forward to welcoming you again.
For those looking to access Hida and Shirakawa-go with energy-efficient travel.
Posted Date: 2024/11/24
やっとかめ
I participated with another Japanese person. I will briefly review the good points and those that could be improved.
The good points include the ease of access from Nagoya to the old streets and morning market of Hida, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage site Shirakawa-go, simply by taking a bus. Since we participated on a Sunday, there were no significant traffic jams, and although there were moments of light rain, overall, we managed to have an enjoyable day. We had two hours each to explore, … I participated with another Japanese person. I will briefly review the good points and those that could be improved.
The good points include the ease of access from Nagoya to the old streets and morning market of Hida, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage site Shirakawa-go, simply by taking a bus. Since we participated on a Sunday, there were no significant traffic jams, and although there were moments of light rain, overall, we managed to have an enjoyable day. We had two hours each to explore, and in Hida, we enjoyed Hida beef for lunch while walking around the town. In Shirakawa-go, we took a compact round trip to the observation deck from in front of Wada House, enjoyed the scenery, and had plenty of time to savor gohei mochi and Hida beef croquettes.
On the other hand, I would like to note a few points that concerned me as a Japanese participant. First, the morning meeting point was very confusing. There were three guides holding designated flags, but I had no idea how the check-in system worked as it was my first time (in the end, we had to find our assigned guide among the three and choose our preferred seats on a first-come, first-served basis. I think it would be smoother and more efficient if the organizers specified this in advance).
Additionally, this tour is not particularly budget-friendly based on my experience, and the bus used was quite cramped. While I could tolerate the lack of charging facilities, I expected a larger bus, so the comfort level did not match the cost. Furthermore, the air conditioning was not on during the outbound trip, making the interior very cold. Although I believe the driving was generally safe, there was no announcement before each departure, which made the sudden starts quite dangerous. For safety reasons, I think there should definitely be an announcement like "We are about to depart." This should be addressed promptly (at one point, the guide almost stumbled).
Finally, I want to emphasize that since this tour does not have a Japanese guide, you cannot expect the detailed guidance that Japanese participants might imagine. (If you prefer a more relaxed experience, I definitely recommend participating.) During the bus ride, they sent four images explaining the destination via AirDrop, but that was about it. More than 90% of the participants were from overseas, so there were times when the Japanese explanations were skipped during verbal announcements. (However, since there are generally explanations in English, I think it’s fine as long as you can understand that.)
Thank you for your service this time. 日本人2人で参加しました。良かった点とそうとは言えなかった点を簡単に分けてレビューします。
Most of the participants were from abroad, but the guide was able to communicate in Japanese, so I enjoyed the experience without any worries. Everyone on the bus was quiet, punctual, and followed the rules.
One concern was that the bus was not cleaned properly. There were crumbs of food on the seats, and the windows had what looked like human grease stains on them.ほぼ国外の方ばかりですが、ガイドさんは日本語での対応もしてくださるので何の心配もなく楽しめました。みなさんバス内も静かで時間も守ってルールある人たちばかりでした。 気になる点はバスの清掃がきちんとされていませんでした。座席には食べ物のクズのような粉があり、ガラスには人の皮脂の汚れのようなものがついたままでした。
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Time slip...
Posted Date: 2025/09/10
風子
It feels like you've time-traveled, and you can gaze at it endlessly. You can experience a comforting sense of the extraordinary, and it's something you absolutely must see at least once!タイムスリップしたかのような雰囲気でずっーと眺めていられる。 ホッとするような非日常が体験でき 絶対に一度は見て欲しい！！
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Trip for six people
Posted Date: 2022/10/22
あーこ
I booked a bus tour that required a minimum of six people. It turned out to be just the six of us. It felt like a private taxi, making for a relaxed trip with just our group. The driver was also kind and easy to talk to.6名以上遂行決定のバスツアーを予約しました 何と私達だけの6人でした 貸切タクシーのように 仲間だけ気楽な旅でした 運転手さんも優しく話しやすかったです
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Reply from the operator
Dear A-ko,
Thank you for participating. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the trip.
If we have the opportunity, I look forward to working with you again.
Samあーこ様
ご参加ありがとうございます。 旅を楽しんだのは何よりです。
ご縁があれば、 これからも宜しくお願い致します。
sam
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The value of being able to visit two places.
Posted Date: 2023/06/25
クマゾウ
I was able to enjoy both locations for a full two hours of free time! During lunch, having an additional 30 minutes would have allowed for a more leisurely stroll.
Both the tour guide and the driver were extremely kind and accommodating. If I had to mention something, it would be that I was a bit concerned about the foreign participants arriving a little late for the meeting time.
Overall, it was a satisfying tour. Thank you very much.2箇所とも現地滞在(自由時間)2時間でも十分楽しめました！ 昼食時はもう30分あると良いと余裕ある散策ができたかも…
