Okuma to Shirakawa

Updated: March 30, 2024 02:35 PM

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Okuma to Shirakawa

Language

The official language of Japan is Japanese.

Currency

The official currency of Japan is the Japanese yen (JPY).

Distance

The distance from Okuma to Shirakawa is approximately 200 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Shirakawa from Okuma:

• By train: The fastest way to get to Shirakawa from Okuma is by train. The journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
• By bus: There are also buses that run from Okuma to Shirakawa. The journey takes about 3 hours.
• By car: If you are driving, the journey from Okuma to Shirakawa takes about 2 hours.

Expenses

The cost of a one-way ticket from Okuma to Shirakawa by train is approximately 5,000 yen. The cost of a one-way ticket by bus is approximately 3,000 yen. The cost of driving from Okuma to Shirakawa depends on the type of car you are driving and the price of gas.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Shirakawa is during the spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) when the weather is mild and pleasant.

What to Eat

There are many delicious foods to try in Shirakawa, including:

• Hoba miso: A local dish made with miso paste, vegetables, and meat grilled on a magnolia leaf.
• Gyu-nabe: A beef hot pot dish.
• Soba noodles: A type of buckwheat noodle.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Shirakawa, including:

• Shirakawa-go: A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its traditional farmhouses.
• Gokayama: Another UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its traditional farmhouses.
• Takayama: A historic town with many traditional buildings and shops.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about Shirakawa:

What is the best way to get to Shirakawa?

The fastest way to get to Shirakawa is by train. However, there are also buses and cars available.

What is the cost of a train ticket from Okuma to Shirakawa?

The cost of a one-way ticket from Okuma to Shirakawa by train is approximately 5,000 yen.

What are some of the best things to do in Shirakawa?

Some of the best things to do in Shirakawa include visiting Shirakawa-go, Gokayama, and Takayama.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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