Check in at your Kanazawa hotel and head to Kenrokuen Garden for late‑afternoon/sunset photos — in winter the garden is atmospheric with possible snow; note official daylight closing times (usually mid‑to‑late afternoon) so check seasonal hours.
Enjoy fresh seafood or a warming kaisendon (sashimi rice bowl) near Omicho Market — many stalls/restaurants open into the evening for a hearty first night in Kanazawa.
Early breakfast and walk to Kanazawa Bus Terminal to catch the Nohi Bus bound for Shirakawa‑go (Ogimachi) — morning departures give best light and quieter village conditions.
Ride the highway bus to Shirakawa‑go (approx 1h15–1h45 depending on service and winter road conditions). Buses run frequently but reserve if possible during peak winter weekends.
Walk among UNESCO gasshō‑zukuri farmhouses and climb the Ogimachi Viewpoint for the classic snowy panorama — the village is spectacular in winter and ideal for photography.
Transfer to the Shō River boarding point for the Shōgawa Yuran Cruise — the scenic cruise follows the Shō River gorge with winter landscapes and river vistas; note seasonal schedule and reserve seats in advance (confirm operating days/hours in February).
If time permits, visit nearby Gokayama (Ainokura or Suganuma) for a quieter gasshō village feel, or the Shirakawa Folk Museum — check local bus timetables in winter.
Check in to a traditional gasshō minshuku for a unique overnight with home‑cooked meals and the chance to see the village lit at night — this is one of the most atmospheric winter experiences in Japan.
Enjoy an included multi‑course dinner (often nabe, mountain vegetables and local dishes) at your minshuku — perfect for warming up after a day in the snow.
Optional early stroll or viewpoint visit for sunrise photos over the snow‑covered roofs, then breakfast and check‑out. Village quietness in winter is magical — pack warmly.
Board the Hokuriku Shinkansen back to Tokyo (approx 2h30–2h40). Pre‑reserve seats; the journey offers winter views across the plains as you return east.
From Tokyo Station take the JR Keiyo / Musashino Line to Maihama Station (approx 20–30 minutes) and check in to a hotel near Tokyo Disney Resort to be ready for an early Disney day tomorrow.
Have breakfast at your hotel and walk or shuttle to Tokyo DisneySea; arrive before park opening to make the most of popular rides and winter park decorations. Check official park opening time (often 8:00–9:00).
Enjoy Tokyo DisneySea’s unique themed ports, seasonal shows and attractions — winter atmosphere and illuminations make the park extra special. Prioritize popular attractions early and use official apps for queue info.
Have an early dinner at Ikspiari mall or park eateries — choose something warm and filling before your transfer to Haneda. Keep an eye on the clock to allow time to reach the airport for international check‑in.
Return to Tokyo Station by JR (approx 20–30 minutes), then take Keikyu Express or Airport Limousine to Haneda — allow ~1–1.25 hours total and aim to arrive ~3 hours before your 00:05 flight.
Complete international check‑in, security and immigration. Use lounge or airport facilities and double‑check boarding time for the midnight departure to Jakarta.