Shirakawa-go
白川郷
Shirakawa-go is a historic village, where unique traditional farmhouses survive. Built in the architectural style called “Gassho-zukuri,” these houses are characterized be steep-pitched thatched roofs, which are designed to shed heavy snow typical of this region. Designated as a World Heritage site in 1995, this village is an ouystanding example of a traditional way of life perfectly adapted to the cold environment.
Information
Address:
Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura Ono-gun, Gifu
Directions:
2h 10 min from Nagoya to Takayama Station by JR Takayama Line. 50min from Takayama-Nohi Bus Center by bus.
Nohi Bus English Site
Best Season:
All Year
Reference:
Shirakawa-go Tourist Association
TEL 05769-6-1013