Limited experience the breathtaking beauty of Toyama with the Kurobe Gorge Winter Premium Tour. While the gorge is typically closed to the public during the snowy season, this exclusive tour offers a rare opportunity to witness one of Japan's deepest V-shaped gorges blanketed in pristine, silvery snow. Enjoy a tranquil, magical winter wonderland that can only be seen on this special guided journey.
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The Highlight
- This is a private tour and an English-speaking guide will accompany the tour
- Spectacular Winter Scenery Experiencing the Winter Kurobe Gorge Premium Tour
- Riding the trolley train into a silvery-white world
- Also stop by Nousaku, famous for its 400-year history of Takaoka casting.
30-minute chopstick rest-making workshop at Nousaku
Tour departs from Kanazawa. ※Kanazawa is conveniently accessible by flight to Komatsu Airport（KMQ） ※ Shinkansen and limited express trains are available from Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto.
The Experience
Winter Kurobe Gorge Premium Tour Winter Special! Ride the Torokko Train (windowed "Relax Car") for approx. 530m to "Shin-Yamabiko Bridge" in Kurobe Gorge
"Train Depot Tour" featuring a guided explanation by staff inside the locomotive maintenance shed, where locomotives and passenger cars are inspected and serviced.
Guided tour by dedicated staff at the "Kurobe River Electric Memorial House," a fun place to learn about the history of hydroelectric power development on the Kurobe River.
Nousaku Experience the Art of 400-Year-Old Takaoka Metal Casting Established in 1916, Nousaku is a leading metal casting manufacturer that keeps Takaoka's 400-year-old craftsmanship alive. While honoring time-tested techniques, Nousaku innovates by creating stylish, modern lifestyle products—most notably their flexible tableware made of 100% pure tin.
Light lunch BOX included Light lunch box will be provided ※If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, please understand that Light Lunch BOX can be cancelled but will not be refunded. ※ Please purchase your own meals at the rest stops along the way.
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Tour Operator Information Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd. Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Chubu Team Address: Dainagoya Building 16F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, JAPAN, 450-6416 Tel: +81- 50-1752-8429 Registration No.: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Chubu Team Address: Dainagoya Building 16F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, JAPAN, 450-6416 Tel: +81- 50-1752-8429 Opening hour :10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager: Kaku Imamura *The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below. https://www.his-j.com/japan-tourist/pdf/terms-conditions/travel-domestic-package.pdf https://www.his-j.com/japan-tourist/pdf/terms-conditions/travel-agency-domestic-package.pdf
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- Include: Snacks
- 08:30Meet up with your guide at JR Kanazawa Station ※West Exit side （Kanazawa-kou Exit） 8:45 AM Tour Start
- Winter Kurobe Gorge Premium Riding the trolley train into a silvery-white world.（60min) ※Visit inside the locomotive maintenance shed and Kurobe River Electric Power Memorial Museum
- A Stroll Through Unazuki Onsen (30min)
- Stop by Nousaku, famous for its 400-year history of Takaoka casting. Factory tour and a 30-minute chopstick rest-making workshop at Nousaku. Includes shopping time. (90min)
- 17:00 Arrival at Kanazawa Station ※Arrival times are subject to change depending on traffic conditions.
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
If the minimum number of participants (15) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled
If the tram is not operating due to inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. ※In that case,we will refund the tour fee.
This will be a mid-winter tour, so please make sure to dress warmly. We recommend bringing snow boots, a winter jacket, a scarf, and gloves
For children aged 0-2: The tour is free of charge, but please note that lunch and activities are not provided. Additionally, there are no designated seats for them on the bus and trolley train, so they must sit on an adult's lap.
For children aged 3-5: will not be able to participate in the craft workshop at Nousaku. Seats on the bus and trolley train, as well as boxed lunches, will be provided.
Important Booking Information
- This tour basically utilizes a bus, and there may be delays in arrival time due to traffic , weather conditions or other factors.
- Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed.
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)