Snow fell intermittently on the Hida region of Gifu Prefecture throughout January. In Shirakawa-go, a village with about 100 traditional gassho-zukuri thatched roof houses, around 30 centimeters ...

“Apparently I am a very important man in this village!” Today, Shirakawa-go is the only place in Japan where yui still exists. But now, it only takes place once every few years, when it is ...

Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture is one of Japan's snowiest regions ... Come and visit a mountain village that appears to be frozen in time.

Tradition and ritual are still vital in the daily life of this pacific nation, whether exploring neon-lit metropolises and ...

One must-see is the UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawa-go. Found in one of Japan ... roofs are the only examples in Japan.

The article explores five enchanting Japanese villages: Shirakawa-go, Takayama, Kiso-Fukushima, Ouchi-juku, and Kurashiki. Known for their traditional architecture, historical significance ...

Located in central Honshu, Gifu Prefecture is an off-the-beaten-track destination perfect for history buffs, lovers of the ...

People consider staying at the "Shirakawa-go no Yu," a ryokan traditional Japanese inn with a hot spring bath and a taste of local culture. This picturesque village also has several other ...

Night - Scattered showers with a 66% chance of precipitation. Winds from E to ESE. The overnight low will be 67 °F (19.4 °C). Cloudy with a high of 81 °F (27.2 °C) and a 55% chance of ...

Tradition and ritual are still vital in the daily life of this pacific nation, whether exploring neon-lit metropolises and ...