Takayama and Shirakawago/Photoshoot by professional photographer

5.0 (69 reviews) 8–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Up to 7 people private tour + PHOTOSHOOT by professional photographer!! Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, private tour will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories in Japan. You will be taken to the Japan's most beautiful places, guided by a local English-speaking professional photographer. During the tour I will capture your magical moments, leaving you free to take in the sights without worrying about the best angles and light, or asking a stranger to take your picture! I am experienced in portrait and travel street photography, and my work has been published in many magazines, guidebooks including Lonely Planet and the city guides of tourism boards. A day out with me ensure you will have a knowledgeable, funny, local professional photographer, and Insta-worthy travel photos will be guaranteed!

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: TK Photography Kanazawa

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: 30 edited digital images of your day out.(selected by photographer)
Included: Private English-speaking professional photographer guide
Included: Location-based photography tips
Included: Highway toll and car parking fee
Included: Free private transportation
Included: Photo sessions by a professional photographer

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Entrance fee
Not included: Entrance fee for photographer if applicable

Itinerary

Takayama Jinya

30 min Admission not included

Takayama Jinya was where 25 generations of provincial governor/magistrate performed their official duties relating to administration, policing and justice to rule Hida under the Shogunate over 176 years from 1692 (when Hida Province was put under the direct rule of the Edo Shogunate) to 1868.
Takayama

1 h 30 min

Takayama's old town has been beautifully preserved with many buildings and whole streets of houses dating from the Edo Period (1600-1868) especially the Sannomachi Street, survives in a particularly pretty state with many old homes, shops, coffee houses and sake breweries, some of which have been in business for centuries.
Shirakawago

1 h 30 min

World famous Shirakawago is a must see in Japan. You will feel like you are doing a time travel here. Japanese old tradition and unique Gassho zukuri houses still exist here. Photo shoot session by a professional photographer to capture your travel memories.
Wada House

30 min Admission not included

Visit Wada house to see inside the Gassho zukuri house and be impressed by the architectural details of the unique house.
Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory

15 min

Enjoy the stunning view of Shirakawago village. 10mins walking up hill due to the car park closure until further notice.
Takayama

5 min

Oneway itinerary between Takayama and Kanazawa available. Please provide your drop off details.
Toyama Station Front CiC

5 min

We can pick you up/drop off in Toyama for additional 10,000yen
Kanazawa Station

5 min

We will drop you off at your hotel in Kanazawa.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Garden Hotel Kanazawa
Hotel Route Inn Kanazawa Ekimae
Gunjo no Tsuki
KOKO HOTEL Kanazawa Station
Kanazawa Yuwaku Hyakurakuso
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kanazawa Castle
Murataya Ryokan
Kanazawa Central Hotel Annex
Motoyu Ishiya
Yuya Ruru Saisai
Ryokan Yamamuro
Takinoso

and 251 more pickup points

Pick up in Kanazawa/Takayama/Toyama.

Drop off details required for oneway itinerary between Takayama and Kanazawa/Toyama (tour duration 6-7hours).

Return trip from Takayama or Toyama - additional 13,000yen per group to be paid upon pick up.

Max 7 people(recommend for 5 adults 2 children). Child seat to be provided for under the age of 5 so please let us know in advance.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

For 3-4people

Minivan2: Return trip from Takayama or Toyama-additional 13000yen to be paid upon pick up.

Child seat provided for under the age of 5

Pickup included
For 1-2people

Minivan1: Return trip from Takayama or Toyama-additional 13000yen to be paid upon pick up.

Child seat provided for under the age of 5

Pickup included
For 5-7people

Minivan3: Return trip from Takayama or Toyama-additional 13000yen to be paid upon pick up.

Child seat provided for under the age of 5

Pickup included