Discover Shirakawa
Shirakawa is home to some of the best kept historical villages and buildings in Japan. Alternatively, you can climb up to the observatory and enjoy pristine views of the area.
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Getting around in Shirakawa
The easiest way around Shirakawa is on foot, since the major sights and attractions are within walking distance from each other.
Getting to Shirakawa
Passes:
- Three-Star Route Ticket
- Coverage: one-way bus ticket between Kanazawa, Shirakawago, Takayama, Okuhida and Matsumoto
- Duration: 4 days
- Price: 6000 Yen
- Where to buy: train station Information booths within the covered Area
- Shirakawago Gokayama Route Ticket
- Coverage: One-way ticket between Takaoka and Takayama with the possibility to get off at Shirakawago
- Duration: 3 days
- Price: 3980 Yen
- Where to buy: train station Information booths within the covered area
- Japan Rail Pass
How long to stay in Shirakawa
We recommend staying here between half a day and one day.
Hotels in Shirakawa
Flights to Shirakawa
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