11 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Immerse yourself in the special charm of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the history and architecture of its iconic gassho-zukuri houses. As it is a self-guided tour, you can enjoy meals and sightseeing at your own pace. Enjoy a hassle-free journey from Nagoya to Shirakawa-go, with non-stop direct bus service.
Please select an option with one-way or round trip bus tickets.
Round trip ticket option schedule (One day):
7:15 AM from Nagoya
11:05 AM at Shirakawa-go
Enjoy leisure time for exploration.
2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal
6:35 PM in Nagoya
One-way ticket from Nagoya to shirakawa-go:
7:15 AM from Nagoya
11:05 AM at Shirakawa-go
One-way ticket from Shirakawa-go to Nagoya:
2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal
6:35 PM in Nagoya
One-way ticket from Nagoya to shirakawa-go:
10:00 AM from Takayama green Hotel
11:05 AM at Shirakawa-go
One-way ticket from Shirakawa-go to Takayama:
2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal
3:20 PM in Takayama
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check VIP LINER official website for the operation status of the bus on the day of departure.
The tour schedule may be slightly changed depending on traffic.
To prevent travel delays, please arrive at the designated location 10 minutes early.
Smoking, including electronic and smokeless cigarettes, is prohibited in the vehicle.
Pets are not allowed in the passenger area or the trunk.
Expenses incurred during personal free time are at your own cost.
You can leave your luggage in the trunk.
Round trip tickets are valid for one day only. If you are planning to stay over in the Shirakawa-go area, please book one-way tickets.
Our contact number may be unavailable outside business hours (Mon–Fri, 9:30AM–6:00 PM JST).
In general, we do not send out confirmation emails prior to departure. If you would like more information or need to clarify something, please contact us and we will send you the relevant details.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Shirakawago
11:05-14:15 Indulge in the extraordinary charm of Shirakawago, where the iconic Gassho-style houses bring history to life. This tour allows you to delve into the stories embedded in the village's architecture and immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of its landscapes. With a seamless journey from Nagoya and the freedom to explore at your own pace, this tour promises an enriching and memorable experience of Japan's cultural heritage.
Shirakawago Gassho Zukuri Minkaen
A museum that preserves and displays 25 Gassho-zukuri buildings, including 9 that are designated as prefectural important cultural properties. In addition to the main house, there are shrines, the main hall of the temple, and a watermill, and you can even tour the attic of the main house. Among them, the Yamashita family is one of the few remaining 18th-century gassho-zukuri houses in Shirakawa Village.
Bus tickets - Round trip or One-way, depending on the option you booked
Luggage space in the trunk room
Charging spot on board
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Blanket on board
Restroom on board
Lunch
Guide
Other personal expenses
No meal is included
Oneway shirakawa-go→Takayama: 2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go bus terminal 2:20 PM arrive After arriving Takayama Green Hotel
Starting point:
Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal, 1086 Ogimachi, Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu 501-5627, Japan
No meal is included
Oneway bus to shirakawa-go: 10:00 AM from Takayama Green Hotel 11:05 AM arrive Shirakawa-go After arriving Shirakawa-go, you can enjoy your own itinerary
Starting point:
Takayama Green Hotel, 2-chōme-180 Nishinoisshikimachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0031, Japan
No meal is included
Oneway bus to nagoya: 2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal
6:35 PM in Nagoya
Starting point:
Shirakawa-go Bus Terminal, 1086 Ogimachi, Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu 501-5627, Japan
No meal is included
Oneway bus to Shirakawa-go: 7:15 AM from Nagoya Station 11:05 AM arrive Shirakawa-go After arriving Shirakawa-go, you can enjoy your own itinerary!
Starting point:
VIPLINER Nagoya bus stop, 20-20 Tsubakichō, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 453-0015, Japan
No meal is included
Round trip ticket from Nagoya : 7:15 AM from Nagoya Station
11:05 AM arrive Shirakawa-go
2:15 PM from Shirakawa-go (Same day)
6:35 PM arrive in Nagoya
If you are planning to: stay over in the Shirakawa-go area, please purchase one-way ticket. Round-trip tickets are valid for one day only.
Starting point:
VIPLINER Nagoya bus stop, 20-20 Tsubakichō, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 453-0015, Japan
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Librarian-go-gaga,,Aug 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Despite the volume of tourists, the village still maintains its charm. A very well maintained and organized World Heritage site. There are many private day trip options to go there from Nagoya, but we chose to take the earliest bus there and didn't return until later afternoon. This allowed us to walk through the village at our own pace and had some quiet moments to soak in the vibe away from the crowd.







qwerddd,,Feb 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
The pick-up point is very close to Nagoya Station and is easy to find by following the navigation (it's just opposite the Lawson convenience store). The snow scenery in Shirakawa-go is so beautiful. When I arrived in the morning, there were not many people and it was very quiet. The snow on the road was still white, just like a fairy tale town. I really recommend taking the early bus to take pictures. There will be more people when the tour groups arrive later. .





455naingn,,Feb 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Beautiful scenery. Totally worth a visit. Value wise, we went around and had an incredible experience even without a guide. The driver was also friendly and pretty good at driving. It was a safe trip. Totally recommended.





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