Things to do in Shirakawa

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Nagase-ke featuring heritage elements
Kanda house featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements
Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum
Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum
Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum which includes a garden as well as a small group of people
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What to do in Shirakawa

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Kanda house featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

Shirakawago Historic Village

4.5/5(58 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Shirakawa with a stop at Shirakawago Historic Village. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Shirakawago Historic Village
Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum

Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum

4.5/5(14 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Shirakawa. Wander the forest or discover the area's waterfalls.

Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum
Kanda house showing a house and heritage elements

Kanda house

You can study the exhibits at Kanda house, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Shirakawa. Discover the area's waterfalls and hot springs.

Kanda house
Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine Festival Hall

Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine Festival Hall

You can study the exhibits at Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine Festival Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Shirakawa. Wander the forest or discover the area's waterfalls.

Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine Festival Hall

Shirakawago Hirase Onsen

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Shirakawa with a visit to Shirakawago Hirase Onsen. Discover the area's hot springs and waterfalls.

Shirakawago Hirase Onsen

Open-air Museum Shirakawa-go

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Open-air Museum Shirakawa-go during your travels in Shirakawa. Discover the area's waterfalls and hot springs.

Open-air Museum Shirakawa-go

Road Station - Shirakawago

After visiting Road Station - Shirakawago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shirakawa. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Road Station - Shirakawago

Wada Ke

You can study the exhibits at Wada Ke, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Shirakawa. Discover the area's waterfalls and hot springs.

Wada Ke

Tenshukaku Observation Deck

Find out about the history of Shirakawa when you spend time at Tenshukaku Observation Deck. Wander the forest or discover the area's waterfalls.

Tenshukaku Observation Deck

Popular day trips from Shirakawa

Takayama Yatai Kaikan

Takayama

Photo by Ryota Tanimura

Hakusan

Ainokura showing a small town or village and landscape views

Nanto

Shirakabe Dozogai featuring heritage elements

Hida

Frequently asked questions

Is Shirakawa worth visiting?
Whether you want to enjoy the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Shirakawa.
How do I spend a day in Shirakawa?
Once you've checked off top attractions like Shirakawago Hirase Onsen and Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum, spend some time discovering Shirakawa's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Shirakawa?
Shirakawago Hirase Onsen is one of the top tourist attractions in Shirakawa and deserves a spot on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Shirakawa?
Three days in Shirakawa is plenty of time to visit the city's leading attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Shirakawago Hirase Onsen, Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum and Kanda house are top-rated sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots like Kanazawa.
What are some activities to do in Shirakawa with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a fun-filled itinerary is the key to a stress-free getaway. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in Shirakawa with kids.

What to do in Shirakawa for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Shirakawa, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Road Station - Shirakawago or Miboro Dam.
Are there free things to do in Shirakawa?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around vibrant neighborhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Shirakawa. If you need inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their travel adventures.

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