Rural Japan Tour: Suganuma & Shirakawago
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5 Ratings
Kanazawa

Explore Japan’s hidden villages with a small group tour to Gokayama and Shirakawago. Discover authentic charm and traditions beyond the tourist trail.

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Suganuma Gassho Community - Visit the quaint village of Suganuma
  • Iwase Family - Visit the family house of this once prominent family. The house remain intact and in its original condition
  • Shirakawago - Visit the UNESCO village of Shirakawago
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Group Photos Shared after tour
  • Entrance fees
  • Professional Certified Guide
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Explore the serene beauty of rural Japan with a small group tour to Suganuma, Iwase House, and Shirakawago.
Venture beyond the usual tourist paths and immerse yourself in Japan’s secluded mountain villages on this exclusive day tour. With a maximum of 9 participants, this tour provides a unique chance to experience the genuine allure and preserved…

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Location
7-Eleven JR Kanazawa Station
Please meet at the 7-Eleven, on the ground floor of Kanazawa Station. It is beside the West Entrance to the station
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Gerardv2014
Jan 17, 2026
Wonderful day trip to Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa - Our driver cum guide Mr. Masahiro was excellent. He was very proficient in English, informative and with a great sense of humor. He was with us most of the time. We preferred Gokayama because it was more authentic and less crowded. Shirakawago was nice but it has become too touristy and commercialized. Nevertheless, it was an experience to see the unique shaped thatched roof houses and to see village life in Japan. Mr. Hiro was kind enough to drop us at a mall in Kanazawa since we finished the tour early to do some shopping. But I would recommend Miyama village near Kyoto for a more authentic and cultural experience.
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K9103wuandrewc
Dec 17, 2025
Amazing day. Perfect Fall colors and incredible tour guide! - We used this tour company for a day trip to Shirakawa-go. Our tour guide, Takeshi, was simply amazing with the information he had at the villages plus the ride to/from the hotel. One of the best days of our trip!
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893carolz
Nov 21, 2025
Thank you Ku! - We had a wonderful day with Kumiko Mitsuhata (Ku). From her welcome at our hotel with a beautiful hand made sign to the hugs we shared at the end of the day, we shared an amazing adventure. She is so knowledgeable and friendly. Ku had suggestions and recommendations for us all day long and took pride in sharing her love of her hometown and the surr inounding area. Thank you, Ku, for a great day 🙂
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Dawnao4521wu
Jun 25, 2024
Amazing two days with Kanazawa Tours, Nozomi Kondo - We just spent two amazing days with Nozomi Kondo in Kanazawa and the Japanese Alps. Nozomi is a knowledgeable guide as well as an incredibly warm and thoughtful person. After Nozomi picked us up at the Kanazawa train station, we went to lunch and then to the Samurai and Geisha districts in Kanazawa. At the Samurai House, she surprised us with tea after my daughter told her how much she likes matcha. We also made a quick stop at Omicho Market upon our request. Our second day together, we drove through the Japanese Alps where we experienced the art of washi paper making, saw the gasso-styled thatched roof architecture, and went on a factory tour at the Nousaku Company where we bought some lovely gifts made of tin. Nozomi shared with us her extensive knowledge of Japanese history and culture, made sure we avoided the most touristy areas, helped us find restaurants to accommodate our daughter who is a vegetarian, and took photos at every site we visited. We cannot recommend her enough if you are in the Kanazawa area. She is an absolutely terrific guide and we guarantee that your visit to this area will be greatly enhanced by her knowledge and expertise.
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Juliagodinho
Jan 20, 2024
Thank you Sachiko! - Amazing experience with Sachiko! Kanazawa is beautiful and Sachiko is very knowledgeable and sweet. She took us to many historical places and incredible food spots. Had so much fun with her in these two days! Julia and Rodrigo
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