Kurobe Gorge Rail & Nousaku Crafting Experience from Kanazawa in Winter
Experience the stunning beauty of Toyama through the Kurobe Gorge Winter Premium Tour. This unique opportunity allows you to explore one of Japan's deepest V-shaped gorges, typically inaccessible during winter, as it transforms into a serene wonderland covered in fresh, sparkling snow.
The program details for this day will be added soon.
The program details for this day will be added soon.
The program details for this day will be added soon.
The program details for this day will be added soon.
The program details for this day will be added soon.
Winter Kurobe Gorge Premium Tour
Winter Special! Enjoy a ride on the Torokko Train (windowed "Relax Car") for approximately 530m to the "Shin-Yamabiko Bridge" located in Kurobe Gorge.
Join the "Train Depot Tour," which includes a guided explanation by staff inside the locomotive maintenance shed, where both locomotives and passenger cars undergo inspection and servicing.
Participate in a guided tour at the "Kurobe River Electric Memorial House," a fun spot to discover the history behind hydroelectric power development on the Kurobe River.
Nousaku
Discover the Art of 400-Year-Old Takaoka Metal Casting. Founded in 1916, Nousaku is a prominent metal casting manufacturer that preserves Takaoka's 400-year-old craftsmanship. While respecting traditional techniques, Nousaku also embraces innovation by producing stylish, contemporary lifestyle items, especially their flexible tableware crafted from 100% pure tin.
Light lunch BOX included
A light lunch box will be provided.
- If you have dietary restrictions or allergies, please note that the Light Lunch BOX can be canceled but will not be refunded.
- Guests are encouraged to purchase meals at rest stops along the route.
Information about tour
Place of departure and destination: From Kanazawa to Toyama
Number of days of travel: 1 Day
Means of transportation: Bus
Name of Taxi company: Oriental Bus
Meal(s): Light Lunch Box
Minimum number of passengers to operate: 15
Number of GUIDE: 1
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 managing your travel arrangements. If you have any inquiries or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below.
Highlights
- This tour is private and includes an English-speaking guide throughout.
- Experience the breathtaking winter landscapes on the Winter Kurobe Gorge Premium Tour.
- Take a ride on the trolley train into a dazzling silvery-white environment.
- Visit Nousaku, renowned for its 400-year legacy in Takaoka casting.
- Participate in a 30-minute workshop for making chopstick rests at Nousaku.
- The tour begins in Kanazawa.
- Conveniently reachable by flight to Komatsu Airport (KMQ).
- Shinkansen and limited express trains are available from Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto.
Itinerary
- Meet 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
Included
- Experience fees
- Daytour
- English guide
- Air-conditioned bus
- Light Lunch Box
- Trolley Fare
Not included
- Beverages
- Expenses not mentioned
Important 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.
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.
How to Use
Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Cancellation Policy
- 11 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
- Between 8 and 10 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: 100% cancellation fee