{"id":8326,"date":"2025-08-19T09:06:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T00:06:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/bus-repo\/?p=8326"},"modified":"2025-08-19T09:06:36","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T00:06:36","slug":"day-trip-to-shirakawa-go-gokayama-ainokura-exploring-japans-unesco-world-heritage-sites-by-bus-from-kanazawa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/bus-repo\/posts\/8326\/","title":{"rendered":"Day Trip to Shirakawa-go &#038; Gokayama Ainokura: Exploring Japan\u2019s UNESCO World Heritage Sites by Bus from Kanazawa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Shirakawa-go, a picturesque village that changes with the seasons, is one of Japan\u2019s most popular destinations year-round.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">But sometimes, you might think:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\u201cI want to go, but I\u2019m not confident driving\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\u201cI want to take beautiful photos, but I don\u2019t know the hidden spots\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\u201cI want to visit multiple traditional villages efficiently!\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The Hokuriku Railway Regular Sightseeing Bus is the perfect choice. Today, we\u2019ll introduce the highlights of the Shirakawa-go &amp; Gokayama tour.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25bcTrip Overview (As of May 2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"border: 4px solid #ffe6ee; padding: 2px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #ffe6ee; font-size: 100%; padding: 20px;\">\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Departure: Kanazawa Station<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Route: Kanazawa Station <span class=\"s1\">\u2192<\/span> Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village <span class=\"s1\">\u2192<\/span> Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho Village &amp; Gassho-zukuri Minkaen <span class=\"s1\">\u2192<\/span> Kanazawa Station<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Round-trip Fare: 7,000 JPY (adults)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\">What is the Hokuriku Railway Regular Sightseeing Bus?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32666\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0716-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u30d0\u30b9\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">This Sightseeing Bus follows a fixed schedule and route, allowing passengers to enjoy sightseeing along the way.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Highlights:<\/p>\n<div style=\"border: 4px solid #FFB347; padding: 2px;\">\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Efficient day trips to popular destinations from Kanazawa Station<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Onboard guides provide local insights<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Luggage can be stored in the bus trunk, so you can start sightseeing right after hotel checkout<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p1\">With a guide on board, even first-time visitors can enjoy the area with ease and comfort.<\/p>\n<p>\uff1e\uff1e<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hokutetsu.co.jp\/tourism-bus\/pass\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Check out the current tours!<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Day Trip to Shirakawa-go &amp; Gokayama<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32939\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0939-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u767d\u5ddd\u90f7\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">This tour visits Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village and Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho Village &amp; Gassho-zukuri Minkaen in a single day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Cost includes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Round-trip transportation<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Highway &amp; parking fees<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Gassho-zukuri Minkaen admission<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">Prices:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Adults (Junior high and above): 7,000 JPY<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Children (Elementary school): 6,000 JPY<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">Route &amp; Tips:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Reservations can be made up to 3 months in advance<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Arrive at the ticket counter 15 minutes before departure<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Buses depart from Kanazawa Station West Exit, Bus Terminal Platform 2<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">All courses are reservation-based, but you may board on the day if seats are available<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Schedule and fees may change due to circumstances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">The tour operates only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays until March 31, 2026 \u2014 book early!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>9:25 \u2013 Departure from Kanazawa Station<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32667\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1066-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u91d1\u6ca2\u99c5\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p>Kanazawa Station is your starting point. Since the Hokuriku Shinkansen opened in 2015, tourism here has skyrocketed. Why not explore the historic Gassho-style villages like Shirakawa-go?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32671\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7966bae78213db11914ad7af893f8431-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5317\u9678\u9244\u9053\u30c1\u30b1\u30c3\u30c8\u30bb\u30f3\u30bf\u30fc\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32673\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7f77967499ec98656f31e6e1af45590c-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u30d0\u30b9\u306e\u308a\u3070\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">After checking in at the Hokuriku Railway Ticket Center, head to Platform 2 for departure.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32676\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0733-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5ea7\u5e2d\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p>The bus is stylish and comfortable.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32934\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0731-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u30d0\u30b9\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Wi-Fi is available, but bring a portable charger as there are no power outlets.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32677\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/f4205a7fc8c643dc3b86b8c5b1e653d7-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u591a\u8a00\u8a9e\u5bfe\u5fdc\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The bus also features a GPS-linked multilingual guide system in Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. You can read text or use headphones for audio guidance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">10:35 \u2013 Hidden Gem: Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32935\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0776-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\u4e94\u7b87\u5c71\u76f8\u5009\u5408\u638c\u96c6\u843d\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">We arrived at Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village around 10:35.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32936\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0796-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u4e94\u7b87\u5c71\u76f8\u5009\u5408\u638c\u96c6\u843d\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p>With a stay of about 50 minutes, this quiet village is a true hidden gem.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Even on weekends, you can stroll and take photos without the crowds.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32678\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0779-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u4e94\u7b87\u5c71\u76f8\u5009\u5408\u638c\u96c6\u843d\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Spring: Green shoots and rice paddies<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Summer: Lush greenery<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Autumn: Colorful foliage<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Winter: Snow-covered landscapes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32679\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0836-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\u4e94\u7b87\u5c71\u76f8\u5009\u5408\u638c\u96c6\u843d\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Parking fees are included in the bus tour, so no extra cost for sightseeing here.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25ceBasic Info \u2013 Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 96px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 10px; text-align: center;\">Hours<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 10px; text-align: center;\">8\uff1a30\uff5e17\uff1a00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Regular holiday<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; text-align: center; height: 24px;\">Open daily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google <\/span><\/span>Maps<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; text-align: center; height: 24px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/A4gvLT71e4MkhxEUA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/A4gvLT71e4MkhxEUA<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 14px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 14px; text-align: center;\">Tel<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 14px; text-align: center;\">0763-66-2123<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Official Website<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.g-ainokura.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">http:\/\/www.g-ainokura.com\/<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>12:30 \u2013 Shirakawa-go Ogimachi: Famous World Heritage Site<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32939\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0939-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u767d\u5ddd\u90f7\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Next stop: Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho Village, arrival at 12:30 for a 3-hour visit.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32938\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cfa8b3e1fa50b36f2dba85e72feba21e-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u767d\u5ddd\u90f7\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">A bustling tourist hotspot, especially popular with international visitors.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32680\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ec63b0efa3782db84377d0e71181fcad-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u767d\u5ddd\u90f7\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The village has restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32682\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0880-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u4e94\u5e73\u9905\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p>For quick lunches, try takeout options like Gohei-mochi, a sweet-savory grilled rice skewer, perfect for a light snack while exploring.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25ceBasic Info \u2013 Gassho:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 110px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 10px; text-align: center;\">Hours<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">9:00 \u301c 16:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Regular holiday<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; text-align: center; height: 24px;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Thursday<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google <\/span><\/span>Maps<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; text-align: center; height: 24px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/WQjLzkwjhSU65jLn6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/WQjLzkwjhSU65jLn6<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 14px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 14px; text-align: center;\">Tel<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 14px; text-align: center;\">05769\u20116\u20111419<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Official Website<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shirakawa-go-gassho.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">https:\/\/shirakawa-go-gassho.com\/<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Gassho-zukuri Minkaen: Explore Traditional Houses<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32683\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0893-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5408\u638c\u9020\u308a\u6c11\u5bb6\u5712\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">At Gassho-zukuri Minkaen, visitors can:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Explore historic Gassho-style houses, shrines, and water mills<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Enter some buildings, including attics and upper floors<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Enjoy exhibits of local history<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Normal adult admission: 600 JPY (increasing to 800 JPY from Oct 1, 2025)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Free with the tour by showing your tour sticker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32684\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0923-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5408\u638c\u9020\u308a\u6c11\u5bb6\u5712\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32686\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1003-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u5408\u638c\u9020\u308a\u6c11\u5bb6\u5712\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Allow 1\u20132 hours for a relaxed visit. Watch your step on steep staircases inside the houses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25ceBasic Info \u2013 Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 110px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 10px; text-align: center;\">Hours<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Mar\u2013Nov\uff1a8:40\u201317:00 \/ Dec\u2013Feb\uff1a9:00\u201316:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Regular holiday<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; text-align: center; height: 24px;\">Mar\u2013Nov\uff1aThursday&nbsp; \/ Dec\u2013Feb\uff1aNo holidays<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google <\/span><\/span>Maps<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; text-align: center; height: 24px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vkee7wZr3fBML2Js9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vkee7wZr3fBML2Js9<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 14px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 14px; text-align: center;\">Tel<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">05769-6-1231<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8376%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Official Website<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 70.1624%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shirakawago-minkaen.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">https:\/\/www.shirakawago-minkaen.jp\/<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Enjoy Two Stunning Villages in One Tour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-32666\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.j-bus.co.jp\/busrepo\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0716-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\u30d0\u30b9\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><br \/>\nThis tour allows you to fully enjoy both Gokayama Ainokura and Shirakawa-go Ogimachi in one day.<br \/>\nIf you\u2019re visiting Kanazawa, joining this Shirakawa-go &amp; Gokayama bus tour is highly recommended \u2014 all-inclusive for 7,000 JPY, a fantastic value for a memorable day trip.<\/p>\n<p>Your journey through Japan\u2019s timeless villages is just a bus ride away!<\/p>\n<p>&gt;&gt;For bus details, please go to <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/en\/CourseSearch\/11900050001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/en\/CourseSearch\/11900050001<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"border: 5px double #91d8ac; padding: 10px; border-radius: 10px; text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; color: #0000ff;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you want to make a reservation for an expressway bus,<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/japanbusonline.com\/en\">Please go to &#8220;Japan Bus Online&#8221;<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong>The information in this article is current at the time of writing.<br \/>\nIt may differ from the latest information.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Shirakawa-go, a picturesque village that changes with the seasons, is one of Japan\u2019s most popular destinations year-round. But sometimes, you might think: \u201cI want to go, but I\u2019m not confident driving\u2026\u201d \u201cI want to take beautiful photos, but I don\u2019t know the hidden spots\u2026\u201d \u201cI want to visit multiple traditional villages efficiently!\u201d The Hokuriku Railway Regular Sightseeing Bus is the perfect choice. 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