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Shirakawa-go, Chubu Region
Private Group Tour

Private Bus Tour · 7+ Guests

Chubu Private Tour
4 Nights 5 Days

Nagoya · Inuyama · Nakasendo · Takayama · Shirakawa-go

Travel in comfort by private tour bus with an experienced English-speaking guide, visiting the must-see castles, gardens and Edo-period post towns of central Japan — ideal for groups of seven or more.

4N5D 5N6D 6N7D 7N8D
— Pricing varies by group size — see full table below. Dates are arranged around your travel schedule.
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Your journey

How the days unfold

Day 1
Welcome
Airport Welcome

Our guide will meet you at Chubu Centrair International Airport.

Day 2
Nagoya
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

This museum showcases Japan's industrial history through Toyota's evolution from textile machinery to automobiles. Interactive exhibits and demonstrations highlight innovations in engineering and manufacturing.

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
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Nagoya Castle

Nagoya Castle is a historic castle known for its golden shachihoko roof ornaments and samurai history. Originally built over 400 years ago, it was destroyed in WWII air raids and later reconstructed. Today the grounds feature gardens and exhibits reflecting its rich past.

Nagoya Castle
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Tokugawa Garden

Tokugawa Garden is a traditional Japanese garden that once belonged to the Tokugawa family. It features a scenic pond, seasonal flowers, and walking paths reflecting Edo-period landscaping.

Tokugawa Garden
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Osu

Osu is a lively shopping district in Nagoya with over 1,200 shops offering a mix of tradition and pop culture. A giant maneki-neko (beckoning cat) welcomes visitors at the entrance.

Osu
Day 3
Inuyama & Nakasendo
Inuyama Castle

Inuyama Castle is one of Japan's oldest surviving castles, built in 1537. It offers panoramic views of the Kiso River and retains its original wooden keep.

Inuyama Castle
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Magome

Magome is a beautifully preserved post town along the old Nakasendo Trail, once connecting Kyoto and Edo. The stone-paved streets and traditional wooden inns offer a glimpse into Japan's Edo-period travel culture.

Magome
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Tsumago

Tsumago is a historic post town on the Nakasendo Trail, known for its well-preserved Edo-period charm and restriction of cars in the town center. It is connected to Magome by a scenic 8-kilometer hiking trail, allowing visitors to experience both towns much as travelers did centuries ago.

Tsumago
Official site ↗
Day 4
Gifu
Takayama

Takayama is a historic mountain town in the Japanese Alps, known for its beautifully preserved old town and traditional wooden houses. It shares a cultural connection with Magome and Tsumago through its Edo-period atmosphere and location along historic travel routes in central Japan.

Takayama
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Shirakawa-go

Shirakawa-go is a UNESCO World Heritage village famous for its gassho-zukuri thatched-roof farmhouses, designed to withstand heavy snow. It is often visited together with Takayama, offering a glimpse into traditional rural life in Japan's mountainous regions.

Shirakawa-go
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Day 5
Departure
Departure Day

We will meet at the hotel and go to Chubu Centrair International Airport.

Plan details

What's included

What's included and excluded in this package

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Included
  • Hotel rooms (double or twin, shared for 2 people)
  • Private bus or van with driver
  • Transportation included in the itinerary (private bus, Shinkansen)
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • All admission fees of destinations mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meal plan: BB = breakfast only (half board and full board available for an additional charge)
Not included
  • Round-trip airfare from your country to Japan
  • Overseas travel insurance
  • Tips for the guide and driver
  • Drinks for lunch and dinner
  • Any transportation costs not covered in the itinerary
  • Emergency medical expenses
  • Other personal expenses

Pricing

Tour package details

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Rates below are for Upper 3-star hotel with bus, BB (JPY)

Number of PAX Per Person
7298,100
8269,500
9246,400
10233,200
11217,800
12209,000
14190,300
16181,500
18167,200
20158,400
22154,550
24150,700
26145,750
28140,800
30135,850
Single room use option (upper 3-star) ¥42,240
Lunch add-on, per meal ¥1,500 – ¥3,000
Dinner add-on, per meal ¥3,500 – ¥8,000
Disclaimer

Please note that due to weather and traffic conditions, there is a possibility that some sightseeing spots may be skipped.

Before you book

Reservation & cancellation

Everything you need to know about booking, payment, and our cancellation policy. Tap a section below to expand it.

Tour booking

For inquiries and reservations, please contact us at business@miniminitrip.jp, or visit our inquiry page.

Please purchase your flight tickets first. Book the tour at least 60 days in advance with a deposit of 10%. You will need a copy of your flight information to book the tour.

If you need a visa to enter Japan, please obtain it from the Japanese embassy and show us a copy when you book the tour.

The remaining balance should be paid at least 30 days prior to departure, otherwise your tour is automatically cancelled.

Please send a copy of your passport along with your contact information, phone number, address and flight information. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return and have at least 2 blank pages available for visa application.

Cancellation policy

  • —From the time of booking until 1 month before departure: 10% of the total fee
  • —From 1 month to 1 week before departure: 50% of the total fee
  • —Within 1 week of departure: 100% of the total fee

Visa application

Japan has visa exemption arrangements for 71 countries/regions. Please check the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (click here). If your country or region is not included in the list, please refer to the website of the embassy of Japan in your country or region.