Discover Nagoya Tours | Shirakawago / Kurobe Tateyama / Kanazawa

This area is home to popular tourist spots such as the castle town of Takayama and the World Heritage Site of Shirakawa-go.
Nature, historical heritage, hot springs, and gourmet food can all be enjoyed.

Shirakawago

The 100 gassho-zukuri villages of various sizes blend with the surrounding nature, creating a spectacular view that will move your heart.
The gassho-zukuri, or thatched-roof houses, were designed to withstand the heavy snowfalls of winter, and are a symbol of the Japanese countryside and the wisdom of people living in harmony with nature.

Takayama Old Town

Takayama Old Town was registered as a “Important Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings”, because of the beautifully preserved townscape.
Recommended things to do at Takayama Old Town are: Sake brewery visit, shopping at Morning Markets, rickshaw ride, Takayama Jinya visit.

Hida Beef

Hida beef, one of Japan's leading Wagyu beef brands, is a must-try gourmet food when visiting Hida Takayama.
The menu offers a wide variety of flavors and dishes, including charcoal-grilled steak from the teppan menu, sukiyaki, beef stew, sushi, and more.

Central Japan, connecting Tokyo and Kyoto, has been the stage of many historical episodes and prospered as a transportation hub and crossroads of Eastern and Western cultures.
Even today, Central Japan is dotted with numerous ancient cities, and the traditions and culture that live in these towns give travelers a sense of the long history of the region, the smiling faces of the people who live in these towns gently welcome travelers.

Mino Washi Light Art

The "Mino Washi Light Art Exhibition" was started to revitalize and brand the traditional industry of "Mino Washi," which boasts 1,300 years of history, and the "udatsu streets" in the Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings.
Visitors can feel the softness and beauty of Mino washi through the numerous light objects that light up beautifully in the townscape, which retains the atmosphere from the Edo period.

Magome-juku, Tsumago-juku

Magome-juku and Tsumago-juku are well-preserved post towns along Nakasendo. Both have historical buildings give you vibes in Edo period. You can enjoy eating, shopping, or learning about the post towns there.
We reccomend you Goheimochi which is grilled mashed rice with sesame and various nuts, Oyaki which is dumpling for Nagano style and Kurikinton which is sweets made with chestnuts. These are known as unique local food in Gifu or Nagano prefecture.

Kimono Experience at Inuyama Castle Town

Strolling through the streets of Inuyama Castle Town in traditional Japanese attire, Kimono, is surely a wonderful experience.
This townscape is enveloped in an extraordinary atmosphere, as if you are traveling through time. The towering traditional storehouses make you feel as if you have been transported back to the Edo period.

Nagoya, one of the largest cities in Japan, is the central city of the Central Japan. Travel in the Central Japan starts from Nagoya.
"Nagoya-meshi" (Nagoya food) is must-have-thing when you visit Nagoya, where is very famous for miso.

Kiyosu Castle

Kiyosu Castle is one of the most important castles in the history of Japan, and is related with the famous Samurai Oda Nobunaga.
He entered this castle and won the Battle of Okehazama in 1560 and took the first step to unify the whole states of Japan at that tiem from here Kiyosu.
Feel his way of life and Samurai spirit.

Korankei

It is said that a monk in Edo Period planted the autumn leave trees and today it is one of the best places in Japan to view the autumn leaves, with approximately 4,000 maple trees in full color.
Across the Asuke River, visitors can stroll along the old streets reminiscent of the inns that once stood here. Also, there are 11 different kinds of maple trees, so why not compare the maple leaves one by one?

Tezutsu Hanabi

Fireworks, a cherished tradition in Eastern Mikawa, where bamboo tubes packed with gunpowder unleash sparks and flames into the sky!
This daring firework is set off during festivals as a dedicatory event to pray for abundant harvests, good health, family prosperity, and long-lasting luck in battle.

Kanazawa is the central city of the Hokuriku region.
It is a popular sightseeing area where you can enjoy both sightseeing and gourmet food, such as cityscapes decorated with history and tradition and fresh seafood from the Hokuriku region.
The main sightseeing spots are compactly located within the city, and day tours and overnight bus tours are recommended.

Kenrokuen Garden

Kenrokuen is one of the top three gardens in Japan. It is famous for Kotoji Stone Lantern and Yukizuri (snow hanging).

Omicho Market

Omicho Market is known as the kitchen of Kanazawa. The narrow lanes are lined with approximately 170 stores selling fresh fish, fruit, meat, food, and beverages, offering freshly prepared Kanazawa delicacies all year round.

Higashi Chaya District

One of Kanazawa's largest geisha districts is a beautifully preserved historical area with many traditional wooden buildings that is enjoyable to walk and see.
Gold leaf production is a representative craft of Kanazawa, you can find many shops selling gold-leaf products.