Itinerary
Snowy Peaks and Serene Springs
7 days · 15 stops · ¥120,000–¥180,000
A week blending the thrill of skiing in Hakuba with the tranquility of hidden onsen and a taste of city life.
Days
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Kenroku-en Garden
Ishikawa
Schedule
Day 01 of 07Land at KMQ · Sat, Feb 6 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Kanazawa · 4 nights
Sat, Feb 6 → Wed, Feb 10 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
兼六園
Stay ~2h
Begin your journey by exploring one of Japan's most famous gardens, tranquil even in winter. Enjoy the serene landscape and the iconic Karasaki Pine.
~12 min on foot
16:12
EXPLORE
21世紀美術館
Stay ~1h 30m
Discover modern art in a stunning architectural setting. The 'Swimming Pool' exhibit is a must-see.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Kanazawa & Noto · Days 1–4
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Takayama & Shirakawa-go · Days 5–6
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Kanazawa & Noto · Day 7
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Rental car: Takayama & Shirakawa-go · Days 5–6
Skip it for the city legs.
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JR Alpine-Takayama-Matsumoto Area Tourist Pass
Matched to your route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets on the rail legs.
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
Browse rental cars on Klook →01 / 07
Journey map
Trip budget · お見積り
¥26,500–¥47,000 / person / day
¥185,000–¥330,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 14 travel legs and 6 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Passes for this trip
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JR Alpine-Takayama-Matsumoto Area Tourist Pass
Covers the rail legs on this route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets.
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Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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