Inuyama Castle with a Japanese national treasure
by 방게간장조림
Sep 4, 2024
📣Been to Tokyo and Osaka, it's time to explore Central Japan's Shoryudo Route 🐲~
🙋Here, there's no crowds or hustle and bustle, but modern yet classical Kanazawa, Toyama's Amaharashi Coast with its sea views of mountains ⛰️, seaside trains 🚃, and snowy mountain sunsets 🌄, Gero Onsen ♨️, one of Japan's three famous hot springs, and Takayama, a nostalgic Edo-era town known as 'Little Kyoto'.
The entire trip is very relaxed, offers a great experience and high value for money. For those who want to go, save this now! It's also perfect for winter break and Chinese New Year ❄️, as it's one of the snowiest places outside of Hokkaido.
🌟Explore Hidden Gems
Nagoya and Surroundings
Sky Promenade: Nagoya's highest point, offering 360-degree city night views
Inuyama Castle: Japan's oldest existing wooden castle keep, designated a National Treasure
Tsumago-juku: An ancient post town, giving a sense of traveling back to the Edo period
Sanko Inari Shrine: For family harmony, with red torii gates and heart-shaped ema (votive tablets)
Takayama & Shirakawa-go
Shirakawa-go Gassho Village: A World Heritage site, traditional gassho-zukuri architecture. The view is like a scenic postcard.
Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck: Climb to the observation deck for a panoramic view of Shirakawa-go
Takayama Jinya: The only existing magistrate's office from the Edo period in Japan
Kami Sannomachi: Known as "Hida's Little Kyoto," a castle town from the Edo period
Toyama
Amaharashi Coast: Surrounded by mountains and sea, with clear blue waters, full of atmosphere.
Toyama Glass Art Museum: Designed by Kengo Kuma, showcasing the charm of glass art
Fugan Canal Kansui Park: Home to the world's most beautiful Starbucks, with 360-degree transparent walls facing the lake view of Kansui Park.
Kanazawa
Kenrokuen Garden: One of Japan's three great gardens, a Japanese garden where every step offers a new view
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art: Modern art works, mostly interactive installations. The swimming pool photo spot is very interesting.
Omicho Market: Kanazawa's seafood market, with ingredients fresh daily
🌟Recommended Niche Itinerary
Day❶ Fly from various locations ✈ to Nagoya, Japan, stay in Nagoya
Day❷ Inuyama Castle & Inuyama Castle Town - Sanko Inari Shrine - Ancient Post Town Tsumago-juku, stay in Gero Onsen
Day❸ Takayama Kami Sannomachi - Takayama Jinya - Toyama Glass Art Museum - Fugan Canal Kansui Park, stay in Toyama
Day❹ Snowy Mountains · Train · Beach "Amaharashi Coast" - Omicho Seafood Market - Japanese Garden Kenrokuen - Higashi Chaya District, stay in Kanazawa
Day❺ Fairytale Shirakawa-go Gassho Village - Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck - Oasis 21 - Nagoya TV Tower - 360-degree night view "Sky Promenade"
Day❻ Fly from Nagoya ✈ to various locations across the country
‼️Attractions in Central Japan are relatively spread out, private customized tours are recommended 🚗
▪️More than just car rental, everything is arranged from before the trip to your return, so you don't need to spend time planning for your family.
▪️Freedom & Privacy: Minimum booking for 2 people, one group per booking, no sharing with others, independent vehicle.
▪️Hassle-free: Hotels, routes, and tickets are all taken care of at once, no worries needed.
▪️Flexible itinerary, no rush, no need to travel like a special forces soldier, you can customize your itinerary.
💖Friends interested in Central Japan! Welcome to inquire~
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