New Golden Route

History / Tradition / Culture

Course 416 days trip

Follow in the ancient footsteps of generations past on Japan's Original Golden Route.

  • Good for: Couples
  • The best time to visit: Spring/Autumn

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Day 7

from Nagaoka Sta. to Shin-Takaoka Sta. by Train - 140 min.


by Bus - 60 min.


World Heritage Site, Gokayama Gassho-zukuri Village

World Heritage Site, Gokayama Gassho-zukuri Village

The villages of Ainokura and Suganuma along the Sho river comprise Gokayama Gassho-zukuri Village. Together, they were designated a World Heritage Site in 1995.

60 min.

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[Lunch]
Gokayama Tofu


Gokayama Washi Paper-Making Hands-On Experience

Gokayama Washi Paper-Making Hands-On Experience

Try making washi paper in one of Gokayama’s gassho­-style houses, as artisans traditionally did. You can also purchase items made with washi paper, such as lamps or other lifestyle accessories.

60 min.

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by Bus - 55 min.


World Heritage Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village

World Heritage Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village

These clusters of thatched-roof houses in Shirakawa-go and Gokayama were collectively designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.

70 min.

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on Foot - 10 min.


[Stay]
World Heritage Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village

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