2-Day Tour from Osaka: Crab Buffet in Shirakawago, Hida Takayama & Gero Onsen

Dinner Buffet & Hot Spring Relaxation – Experience a half-buffet dinner featuring boiled red snow crab, followed by a soak in the relaxing waters of Gero Onsen.

• Indulge in a dinner buffet that showcases a diverse selection of dishes crafted from seasonal ingredients, local specialties reflecting regional tastes, and unique creations from the hotel—ideal for a fulfilling and hearty dining experience.

Hotel Hospitality Perks – Enjoy unique hotel services, including welcome drinks during happy hour and late-night “Yonaki Soba.”

• Happy Hour (Welcome Drinks)
  Benefit from unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, coffee, and more.
  Available for one hour between hotel check-in and dinner.
• Late-Night “Yonaki Soba”
  Relish a comforting bowl of Takayama ramen, a local specialty from Gifu, served as a late-night snack.
  Available from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

These amenities are provided by the hotel. Please be aware that the availability of happy hour and late-night snacks may change without notice.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri village, celebrated for its picturesque Japanese countryside views.

• Shirakawa-go, located in Gifu Prefecture, maintains the authentic landscape of Japan. This village, lined with traditional gassho-zukuri homes, reveals its stunning beauty in winter, when a heavy blanket of snow covers the surroundings.
• During winter, the steep thatched roofs of the gassho-zukuri houses in Shirakawa-go are enveloped in thick snow, creating a tranquil and ethereal scene reminiscent of classic ink paintings.
• The deep snow absorbs sound, enveloping the village in quietude. If you listen attentively, you might only hear the gentle fall of snow and the soft crackling of firewood.

Historic Hida Takayama – Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the enchanting old town of Hida Takayama.

• Spend around 120 minutes exploring **Hida Takayama**, often referred to as “Little Kyoto” for its well-preserved Edo-period streets, merchant residences, and sake breweries. Sample local delicacies, visit artisan shops, and soak in the nostalgic ambiance of this historic mountain town.

Stay at Gero Onsen, One of Japan’s Top Three Hot Springs

• Overnight accommodations at Gero Onsen, recognized alongside Arima Onsen in Hyogo and Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma as one of Japan's premier hot springs. Its silky, gentle waters are particularly renowned for leaving skin feeling soft and renewed.

Explore Gero Onsen Town on Day 2

• Enjoy leisure time wandering through the delightful hot spring town of Gero, embracing its tranquil onsen atmosphere.
• Suggested attractions: Onsen-ji Temple, Sagi no Ashiyu Footbath, Shiragino-yu, Venus Footbath, and the Gero Onsen Museum.
  Admission and bathing fees must be paid on-site. Some facilities may be closed on certain days.

• All-You-Can-Eat Dinner Buffet – Savor unlimited portions of boiled red snow crab, sushi, tempura, and more.
• Happy Hour & Welcome Treats – For one hour after check-in, enjoy complimentary unlimited welcome drinks including draft beer, highballs, and coffee, along with warm meat buns and steamed manju.
• Breakfast Buffet – Begin your day with a buffet featuring dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
• Free Private Bath – Access one private onsen bath at no charge (reservation required at the front desk).

Guest Room Information:

• Room type not specified (Japanese-style or Western-style)
• All rooms are equipped with a private bath and toilet
• Please note: Room requests cannot be accommodated.

Information about Tour

• Place of departure and destination: From Osaka to Gifu
• Number of days of travel: 2 days
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
• Meal(s): Breakfast x 1, Dinner x 1
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

• Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• 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 Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
• Opening hour: 10:00~18:00
  (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager:

Eri Tomiyama
The Tour Operations Manager oversees transactions related to your travel at the sales office, managing your travel arrangements. If you have inquiries or concerns about the information provided by the staff regarding this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please review and comprehend the Terms and Conditions listed below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Dinner Buffet & Hot Spring Relaxation – Savor a half-buffet dinner featuring boiled red snow crab, followed by relaxation in the calming waters of Gero Onsen.
• Hotel Hospitality Perks – Experience exclusive hotel amenities, such as welcome drinks during happy hour and late-night “Yonaki Soba.”
• UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawago – Take some time to discover the beautiful, snow-blanketed World Heritage village.
• Historic Hida Takayama – Wander through the quaint old town of Hida Takayama at your leisure.
• One of Japan’s Top Three Hot Springs – Fully indulge in the acclaimed waters of Gero Onsen, recognized as one of Japan's three top hot springs.

Itinerary

• Depart from Umeda (Meeting time: 7:45 / Departure: 8:00)
• Shirakawago (Free time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage gassho-style village and enjoy lunch at your leisure / approx. 120 minutes)
• Gero Onsen – Breezbay Hotel & Resort Gero (Arrive around 17:00) ※ Enjoy a Happy Hour for one hour after check-in with unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, and coffee. ※ Dinner features a half-buffet including red snow crab. ※ From 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, enjoy late-night Takayama ramen as “yonaki soba.” ※ Relax in the hot springs, including an open-air bath, large public bath, and a panoramic bath on the top floor.
• Hotel (Depart 9:30) ※ Enjoy breakfast at Hotel
• Gero Onsen Town (Stroll through the famous hot spring town, one of Japan’s Top Three Onsen / approx. 60 minutes)
• Takayama City (Free time to explore “Little Kyoto” Takayama with a map and enjoy lunch at your leisure / approx. 120 minutes)
• Return to Umeda (Approx. 18:20)

Price Details

Included

• Air-conditioned bus
• Round-trip transportation
• Accommodation
• Admission fee
• Breakfast
• Dinner

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. For fruit-picking tours, please note that fruit is to be consumed only on the farm. Bringing it home in your own bag is strictly prohibited.

21. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• For one hour after check-in, enjoy a Happy Hour with unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, and coffee.
• From 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, enjoy a late-night serving of Takayama ramen as “yonaki soba.”
• Dinner features a half-buffet with all-you-can-eat red snow crab and a variety of additional dishes.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee