Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road

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Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road

A limited-time scenic drive route that connects Hakusan City and Shirakawa-go.

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The Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road is a driving route that connects Hakusan City in Ishikawa Prefecture with the World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture. This mountainous scenic road is open for a limited time each year, from mid-June to early November, offering breathtaking natural landscapes along the way. In addition to enjoying the view from your car, there are also spots where you can go walking or trekking.

Recommended spots along the route include Fukube Falls, one of the most famous waterfalls along the route, Hakusan Observatory where you can view Mt. Hakusan, one of Japan's three most famous mountains, and Shirakawago Observatory Deck, which offers panoramic views of the World Heritage site Shirakawago and the surrounding mountains. The driving time varies depending on the spots you stop at, but it generally takes about 1-2 hours.

If you prefer to walk, Jadani Gardens is a natural park with a beech forest, "Ubagataki Waterfall," and "Oyadani no Yu," a natural hot spring. There is also a walking trail called "Jadani Gardens Yuhodo," and near the "Shirakawago Observatory," there is a forest bathing trail called "Buna no Komichi." If you're interested in trekking towards Sanpoiwadake, there are courses that take approximately 3-5 hours, so please check the official website for detailed routes and required time.

Highlights

  • A mountain road connecting Hakusan City in Ishikawa Prefecture and Shirakawa Village in Gifu Prefecture.
  • The road is open only for a limited time, from mid-June to early November.
  • Magnificent natural landscapes can be enjoyed along the route, and walking and trekking are also possible.

Photos

  • Fukube Falls, a dynamic waterfall where water splashes onto the road.

    Fukube Falls, a dynamic waterfall where water splashes onto the road.

  • Hakusan Observatory parking lot, offering the best view of Mt. Hakusan's main peak.

    Hakusan Observatory parking lot, offering the best view of Mt. Hakusan's main peak.

  • Jadani Bridge, especially beautiful during the autumn foliage season.

    Jadani Bridge, especially beautiful during the autumn foliage season.

  • Shirakawago Observatory Deck, offering a panoramic view of the Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri village and surrounding mountains.

    Shirakawago Observatory Deck, offering a panoramic view of the Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri village and surrounding mountains.

  • Jadani Gardens, a place for forest bathing.

    Jadani Gardens, a place for forest bathing.

  • Kunimi Observatory, offering a sweeping view of the White Road running along the mountainside.

    Kunimi Observatory, offering a sweeping view of the White Road running along the mountainside.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Are there brochures and signs in foreign languages available?

A

Please ask at the counter for a brochure (available in English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese). Some road signs and explanation boards along the road are in foreign languages, but not all. As of July 2023, we are gradually replacing and enhancing them.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

No free Wi-Fi available.

Q

Are there toilets available?

A

There are toilets at four parking lots within the toll section and two locations in front of each toll booth.

Q

Can motorcycles (bikes) travel on the road?

A

Motorcycles are not allowed to travel on the road due to its structure and for safety reasons.

Q

Is foreign language service available at the counter?

A

The counter staff cannot provide service in foreign languages. We use cards with anticipated questions for explanations. We are also preparing to introduce translation devices (by the end of 2023).

Q

Is mobile phone communication available throughout the road?

A

Mobile phones are out of service in many sections of the road. Please use the emergency phones installed along the road in case of emergency.

Reviews

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  • 秦晴

    白色公路是白山國立公園內的一條兜風路線~連接石川縣境內的古都~很美的景色

Details

Name in Japanese
白山白川郷ホワイトロード
Postal Code
920-2324
Address
石川県白山市中宮
Telephone
076-256-7341(Hakusan Forest Road Ishikawa administration office)
Closed
Always open during the season ※Closed from mid-November to early June Business Hours
Admission
mini cars One-Way 1,400yen, Round-Trip 2,200yen, regular cars One-Way 1,700yen, Round-Trip 2,600yen
*Microbuses and large buses are subject to separate fees.
*Payment is cash only; credit cards, ETC cards, etc., are not accepted.
Access
1) About 1 hour drive from Komatsu Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway.
2) About 1 hour drive from Shiroyama Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway.
Official Website
Official Website (English)