Shirakawa-go
landmark
白川郷
Iconic alpine village featuring traditional thatched-roof farmhouses.
A picturesque village famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses, designed with steep thatched roofs to withstand heavy snow. Wandering through the village feels like stepping into a folktale. Several farmhouses operate as museums or inns.
Walk up to the Shiroyama Viewpoint for the classic, postcard-perfect overview of the entire village.
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