古き良き日本の冬へ❄️飛騨高山と白川郷を巡る、２泊３日の冬の岐阜旅

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Experience the magic of a snowy Japanese winter on a 3-day trip to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go, exploring historic towns, enjoying local cuisine, and staying in a traditional ryokan.

1 days · 13 places · 2 experiences

Day 1 · 13 places · Gifu, Japan

Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go Winter Journey

“This 2-night, 3-day trip takes you through the majestic mountains of the Hida region, exploring the historic town of Takayama and the fairytale village of Shirakawa-go for an unforgettable, magical Japanese winter experience.”

1
Ryokan Sumiyoshi
Japanese inn · Takayama
4.8
Warm rooms in a cozy inn dating from 1912, with a garden, 2 lounges & Japanese dining.
Antique Inn Sumiyoshi, 4 Chome-２１-21 Honmachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0011, Japan
- Welcome matcha — An authentic matcha welcome drink that feels very classy upon arrival.
- River view room — A room with a gorgeous river view, inspiring a feeling of tranquility and creativity.
- Private sink — A convenient private sink located directly in the room.
- Hoba Miso breakfast — A classic Gifu local dish cooked on a magnolia leaf, served as part of a gorgeous ryokan breakfast. This sweet and savory miso is the ultimate rice thief.
2
Takayama Old Town
Store · Takayama
4.7 (1,266)
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A highly popular historic district in Takayama with streets lined with traditional sake breweries and souvenir shops. The preserved traditional architecture is absolutely stunning, offering an incredible atmosphere that feels cinematic, especially with falling snow. It's peaceful and quiet, with not too many tourists around.
Takayama Old Town, 43番地 43 Kamininomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0845, Japan
3
Oonoya
Soy sauce maker · Takayama
4.5 (207)Open · until 6 PM
Onoya Brewery, 13 Kamisannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0846, Japan
- Doburoku sake — An ancient, unrefined, cloudy Japanese sake. It's way smoother than expected, not overly sweet, and has a nice, refreshing tang to it.
4
Funasaka Sake Brewery
Sake brewery · Takayama
4.4 (17)Closed · opens tomorrow 8:30 AM
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A sake brewery in Takayama's Old Town where you can do a sake-tasting flight.
Funasaka Sake Brewery, 105 Kamisannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0846, Japan
- Yuzu sake — A delicious sake that tastes basically like pure Yuzu juice, making it very refreshing.
Experience · 1 place
Photography showdown at Hie Shrine
Head to Hie Shrine, especially when it's covered in snow, for an incredibly mystic and photogenic experience. Challenge a friend to a photography showdown, focusing on the stunning view looking up the torii gate staircase. It's so quiet you'll feel like you have the place to yourself.
5
Hie Shrine
Shinto shrine
4.5 (1,299)Open 24 hours
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A shrine famous for being the real-life model for the blockbuster anime film 'Your Name' (Kimi no Na wa). It looks incredibly mystic draped in snow and is insanely photogenic, especially the view looking up the torii gate staircase. It's a 20-minute walk from the historic district.
Hie Shrine, 156 Shiroyama, Takayama, Gifu 506-0822, Japan
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Cafe Ao
Cafe · Takayama
4.5 (390)Open · until 5 PM
Cafe Ao, 67 Kamisannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0846, Japan
- Matcha latte with lemon zest — A matcha latte that is on a whole other level compared to homemade versions, with a unique pattern on the cup and a nice touch of lemon zest.
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Shibukusa-yaki Pottery
Chinaware store · Takayama
4.6Closed · opens tomorrow 10 AM
Houkokusha Pottery, 63 Kamininomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0845, Japan
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Hatoya
Meat dish restaurant · Takayama
4.4 (436)Closed · opens tomorrow 12 PM
3 Chome Oshinmachi
Hatoya, 3 Chome-110 Oshinmachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0851, Japan
- Hida Beef Sukiyaki — Top-tier, premium wagyu from Gifu Prefecture, served as Sukiyaki. It's unbelievably tender, surprisingly sweet, and just slides right down your throat without needing to chew. The melt-in-your-mouth texture is insane, making every bite feel like the first time. The rich Wagyu fat is incredibly sweet and savory.
- Udon noodles in sukiyaki broth — Udon noodles added into the sweet sukiyaki broth to finish the meal. The noodles soak up all the umami-rich broth, warming you right to the core.
9
Miyagawa Morning Market
Market · Takayama
4.1 (10,567)Closed · opens tomorrow 7 AM
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A morning market held daily along the Miyagawa river in Takayama. Winter hours are 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. It's a picturesque spot for a stroll through snow-dusted stalls on a crisp, snowy winter morning.
Miyagawa Morning Markets, Shimosannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0841, Japan
- Hot Takayama Pudding — A warm, melty custard cream pudding, perfect for a freezing day. It warms your frozen core and might even be superior to cold pudding, making it the ultimate winter street food. Eating hot sweets surrounded by snow is pure bliss.
10
Takayama Jinya
Historical landmark · Takayama
4.3 (4)Open · until 4:30 PM
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The only remaining building of its kind in all of Japan, a regional government office from the Edo period. It has a stately presence, featuring the Mitsuba Aoi (triple hollyhock) crest of the ruling Tokugawa Shogunate, who directly controlled the Hida region due to its timber and silver wealth. The traditional architecture mixed with the snow garden is very zen and incredibly quiet, allowing you to hear subtle sounds like birds' wings or snow falling from the eaves.
Takayama Jinya, 1 Chome-5 Hachikenmachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0012, Japan
11
Masago Soba
Ramen restaurant · Takayama
4.1Closed · opens tomorrow 11 AM
Masago Soba, 31-3 Uramachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0013, Japan
- Takayama Ramen — The legendary local soul food of Takayama, featuring a deep soy sauce broth and extra-thin, curly noodles. The broth is rich yet incredibly refined, and the ultra-thin curly noodles slurp up the soup perfectly. It's a masterpiece; the flavor is surprisingly light and comforting despite its dark appearance.
12
Shirakawa-go Village
Shirakawa
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A legendary UNESCO World Heritage Site hidden deep in one of the heaviest snowfall regions on the planet. The steep thatched roofs are called 'Gassho-zukuri' (hands in prayer style), built without a single nail, with a flexible structure designed to withstand crushing snow. The village gets packed with crowds once tour buses arrive at 10 AM. Freshly fallen snow absorbs about 80% of ambient sound, making it incredibly serene.
Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu, Japan
- Gohei-mochi — A traditional mountain snack made of pounded rice coated in a sweet miso glaze, commonly found in the Gifu region. It's huge, literally the size of a foot, and has a slightly grainy rice texture rather than being completely mashed into sticky mochi.
- Hot Amazake — A hot, sweet, thick, and delicious drink, perfect for a freezing day. It's an official favorite winter drink.
- Trio of Gassho-style houses — The most famous photo spot in the village, featuring an iconic composition of three Gassho-style houses side by side.
13
Shiroyamakan
Japanese inn · Shirakawa
4.9
Warm rooms with tatami floors in a serene riverside inn offering mountain views & dining.
Shiroyamakan, 1168-1 Ogimachi, Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu 501-5627, Japan
- Multi-course dinner — An out-of-this-world multi-course dinner utilizing the freshest local ingredients of the Shirakawa mountains. The local pork is fantastic and pairs perfectly with citrus ponzu sauce.
Experience · 1 place
Empty morning stroll in Shirakawa-go
Experience the ultimate luxury of strolling through the completely empty morning streets of Shirakawa-go, a privilege reserved only for those who stay overnight in the village. Enjoy the serene quiet before the tour buses arrive at 10 AM and the place gets packed with crowds. Observe the unique Gassho-zukuri thatched roofs, built without nails to withstand heavy snow, and appreciate the sound-absorbing quality of fresh snow.
12
Shirakawa-go Village
Shirakawa
Creator's voice
A legendary UNESCO World Heritage Site hidden deep in one of the heaviest snowfall regions on the planet. The steep thatched roofs are called 'Gassho-zukuri' (hands in prayer style), built without a single nail, with a flexible structure designed to withstand crushing snow. The village gets packed with crowds once tour buses arrive at 10 AM. Freshly fallen snow absorbs about 80% of ambient sound, making it incredibly serene.
Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu, Japan
Gohei-mochi — A traditional mountain snack made of pounded rice coated in a sweet miso glaze, commonly found in the Gifu region. It's huge, literally the size of a foot, and has a slightly grainy rice texture rather than being completely mashed into sticky mochi.
Hot Amazake — A hot, sweet, thick, and delicious drink, perfect for a freezing day. It's an official favorite winter drink.
Trio of Gassho-style houses — The most famous photo spot in the village, featuring an iconic composition of three Gassho-style houses side by side.

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