Shirakawa Village Collection

Snowy Shirakawa-go
Shirakawa-go, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Deai Bridge at Shirakawa-go
Shirakawa-go, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Shirakawa Gou at Winter

Triple japanese house at dawn
Three traditional japanese house at the unesco world herritage site of shirakawago village in winter with snow and dull sky in early morning

Shirakawa-go with snow. (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Extreme Weather
Shirakawa Village, Ono District, Japan - January 22, 2012: Heavy snowfall area. Snow covered mountain tops hidden in the clouds

Shirakawa-go in Gifu prefecture
Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, Gassho-zukuri

Gassho-zukuri House at Shirakawa-go
A traditional gassho-zukuri thatched house in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ainokura. We stay at this type of house for a night, enjoyed meals prepared by the locals and learn first-hand

Hut
Ice formed in a rice paddy. But certain ice melted, and the landscape was being copied like a mirror. I took a picture so that a steep rafter-roofed shed might come out

The thathed huf
A thatched shed stood in the snow. It was a shed of the way of making called Gassho-Zukuri in Japan. The snow was made a roof

Melting snowman
A resident in an area made a snowman ahead of the garden. A snowman was equipped with winter. But warmly, this day had begun to melt in a snowman

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Shirakawa Village, also known as Shirakawago, nestled in the snowy mountains of Gifu prefecture. As winter blankets this picturesque destination, the Deai Bridge at Shirakawa-go stands gracefully amidst a serene landscape. The Triple Japanese House emerges from the dawn's embrace, showcasing traditional architecture that has withstood the test of time. Experience the magic of Shirakawa-go as extreme weather transforms this village into a winter wonderland. Gaze upon the iconic Gassho-zukuri Houses at Shirakawa-go, their steep thatched roofs resembling hands clasped together in prayer for protection against nature's elements. Each hut tells stories of generations past and present, preserving Japan's rich cultural heritage. As spring approaches and temperatures rise, witness an amusing sight - a melting snowman bidding farewell to winter in its own whimsical way. Whether you visit during snowy winters or vibrant springs, Shirakawa Village promises unforgettable memories and breathtaking scenery that will leave you captivated by its charm.