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  • March 15, 2024

    Best Tours and Itineraries in Takayama & Shirakawa-go

    Nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps, Takayama provides a serene retreat from the fast pace of major cities like Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, enchanting visitors with its unique blend of cult...
  • January 21, 2020

    25 Things to Do Around Takayama & Where to Stay

    Located deep within the mountains of Central Japan, Takayama is famous for the excellent preservation its Edo Period (1603-1868) historical centre, known as the ‘Sannomachi’. Once under the direc...
  • January 18, 2020

    15 Things to Do in Shirakawa-go & Where To Stay

    The villages making-up Shirakawa-go and Gokyama rank among some of the most popular destinations in Central Japan, which despite their relatively remote locations, are easy to get to from nearby ...
  • January 15, 2020

    How to Get to Takayama

    Boasting one of Japan's best preserved Edo Period (1603-1868) town centres, Takayama is now well-established as a favourite stop for international visitors. Located in Gifu Prefecture and in the ...
  • January 12, 2020

    Best Places to Stay in Takayama

    One of the most popular destinations in Central Japan, Takayama offers visitors a wide-range of accommodation including high-end guesthouses, large hotels and budget options. On this page you wil...
  • January 10, 2020

    How to Get to Shirakawa-go

    Most visitors to the villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama will use public transport from Kanazawa, Toyama or Takayama. The three villages making-up the Shirakawa-go and Gokayama grouping are all...
  • January 5, 2020

    Best Places to Stay In & Around Shirakawa-go

    The villages making-up Shirakawa-go and Gokyama rank among some of the most popular destinations in Central Japan, which despite their relatively remote locations, are easy to get to, always popu...