Discover the fairytale magic of a snow-covered Shirakawa-go illuminated at night!

Advance reservation for this event is required. Reservations will begin in September 2026! Visitors without reservations will not be admitted.

  • 📸 Photo provided by Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation ＠HIROSHI SUGIYAMA
  • 📸 Photo provided by Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation ＠春木 悦代
  • 📸 Photo provided by Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation ＠春木 悦代
  • Dates: January 11, 17, 24, 31, 2027
  • Hours: 5:30PM – 7:30PM
  • Venue: Ogimachi District, Shirakawa Village
  • Admission by bus, car, taxi, or chartered bus also requires advance reservation.

Detailed information about booking procedures will be announced on the Shirakawa-go Tourist Association website in early September 2026.

Please note that this is an extremely popular event. To ensure the safety and comfort of both visitors and local residents, a number of rules and regulations are in place. If you are interested in attending, please carefully review the details on the Shirakawa-go Tourist Association website before making your plans.

Official Shirakawa-go Tourist Association Website
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