Great tour, just as described and it went smoothly. The tour guide Mr. Liu is very professional and did a great job with clear instructions in both English and Chinese. The scenery is beautiful. It’s definitely worth taking the day trip.
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Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Shirakawa-go and Takayama day tour and that everything went smoothly.
We’re especially pleased to know that Mr. Liu provided clear and professional guidance in both English and Chinese, helping make your journey comfortable and enjoyable. We’re also happy that you loved the beautiful scenery and felt the day trip was worthwhile.
Thank you again for joining us and hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure in Japan!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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ayaflm
July 29, 2026
A must see in Japan
Great tour! This was a great experience for my family. If you want to escape the city and get to see some amazing landscape and visit some very unique places in Japan, this is a great option. The tour is well organize and the guide was great. Takayama and Shirakawago are some the most beautiful places I visited during my two week trip to Japan.
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Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience!
We’re delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the tour and had the opportunity to experience the beautiful landscapes and unique charm of Takayama and Shirakawago.
It's wonderful to know that our guide and the overall organization of the tour helped make your day enjoyable. We’re especially happy that these destinations became some of the highlights of your two-week trip to Japan.
Thank you for traveling with us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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Martin S
May 13, 2026
Shirakawago & Takayama bus tour
It was a very nice experience and the village was beautiful. Tasting sake in little Kyoto was a very nice experience.
The bus driver drove excellently and the guides were very nice.
The only thing I would like to say is that the English-speaking guide had some trouble with the language every now and then but otherwise he did an excellent job.
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Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Shirakawago, the sake tasting experience in “Little Kyoto,” and the service from our bus driver and guides. Your kind words mean a lot to us.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the English guidance. We will continue working to improve our language support so that all guests can enjoy an even smoother experience in the future.
Thank you again, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in Japan someday!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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anomaf63
April 26, 2026
Day trip to Shirakawago & Takayama from Nagoya
Shirakawago & Takayama Day Trip Experience
A day trip from Nagoya to both Shirakawa-go and Takayama is truly memorable, but it comes with a few trade-offs.
The bus transfer was very well organised, running smoothly and on time, which made the journey comfortable and stress-free. However, the biggest challenge was time. Trying to cover both destinations in a single day felt rushed.
🏡 Shirakawago
The village is absolutely beautiful, with its traditional gassho-zukuri houses.
There is a lot to explore on foot, and walking between spots takes time.
Due to crowds, queues can get quite long, especially for popular areas.
Many visitors miss the famous observation deck viewpoint, as reaching it involves a walk and waiting time that doesn’t fit well into a tight schedule.
🏯 Takayama
The old town is charming, with preserved streets and local shops.
Again, time is limited, and exploring properly requires more than a short stop.
A highlight here is the food — the famous Hida beef noodle dish is a must-try. It’s rich, flavourful, and one of the best culinary experiences of the trip
事業者からの返答
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We’re glad to hear that you found the bus transfer smooth, comfortable, and well-organized, and that you enjoyed the beauty of Shirakawa-go as well as the charm and delicious food in Takayama—especially the Hida beef!
We understand your concerns about the limited time at each destination. Visiting both locations in one day can feel fast-paced, and your comments are very valuable as we continue to review and improve our tour experience.
We truly appreciate your insights and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again on a future trip, perhaps with a more relaxed itinerary.
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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Neelam_C
April 21, 2026
Shirakawago and Takayama day tour
A very good tour. Our tour guide Yu was good. Everything was well explained. We had a choice of local Japanese lunch which we skipped and used that time to roam around. A long scenic drive. After visiting big cities the small villages were very charming and peaceful. Breath-taking. Views from the observation deck.
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Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We're glad to hear you enjoyed the scenic drive, peaceful atmosphere, and beautiful views from the observation deck. It’s also great that Yu’s guidance helped make the day informative.
We truly appreciate your comments, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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DMon707
April 10, 2026
Tour guide has trouble with the English language
We booked this tour principally to see the high mountains in the area, but it was raining pretty nonstop, with fog everywhere. We could still get a glimpse of one side of a snowy peak. The villages themselves have interesting architecture and the beef lunch was self-cook barbecue, but good. Lots of shopping opportunities that we had little use for.
The only disappointment we had with the tour was the tour guides ability to communicate in English. We could hear him fine, but what he was saying g was largely incomprehensible even though he repeated some phrases several times. His delivery was broken English with Japanese accent.
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Cheryl_Y
April 2, 2026
Highly recommend this tour.
Barasan was a great guide and coordination of the trip went smoothly. The bus was very comfortable and the pace was good. The lunch was very tasty. Overall, the day exceeded expectations.
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Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
We’re so glad to hear you had a smooth and enjoyable experience, and that Bara-san made a great impression as your guide. It’s great to know the bus comfort, pacing, and lunch all met your expectations.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and we hope to see you on another trip in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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Curious68549606817
March 29, 2026
Great tour!
Great tour and tour guide. Loved the destinations and the comfortable transportation. I’m iffy on the meal. It was just ok. But it’s kind of a must because the bus stops there.
事業者からの返答
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the tour, the destinations, and the comfortable transportation—especially your time in Shirakawa-go and Takayama.
We also appreciate your honest feedback about the meal. It’s helpful for us as we continue working to improve the overall experience.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another trip in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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Graham_H
March 21, 2026
Poor quality tour. Very odd tour guide.
Just read a pre-prepared script in English that was hard to understand. We went through amazing mountain scenery but the mountains were treated as they weren't there. Very specific information on ice cream shops given 40 minutes in advance so it is forgotten by the time you arrive. We were told there was no waiting for late-comers but we waited twice for people who were late. Chaotic and baffling check-in system that had most people shaking their heads in disbelief. Bizarre seating plan that wasn't explained. You were supposed to know in advance who your guide was and go to them. But how would you know? Too much time spent on stupid paperwork.
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mariamgc91
March 10, 2026
Takayama & Shirakawa-go Adventure
Liu was a great tour guide! Takayama and Shirakawa-go are as beautiful in person as they are in pictures. A must see!
事業者からの返答
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience on us!
We're so glad you enjoyed visiting Takayama and Shirakawa-go and that they lived up to their beautiful reputation. We'll be sure to pass your compliments on to our guide Liu—he’ll be happy to hear it!
We hope to welcome you on another adventure in Japan soon!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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