Shirakawa-go

Other Historic Site/Building

A village located in Ogi-machi, Shirakawa Village, Ono County, Gifu Prefecture where many old-fashioned “gassho-zukuri” style homes, distinguished by their steep thatched roofs, can still be found. Still used as living spaces today, this rare collection of buildings has been designated a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the picturesque scenery of these traditional homes backed by mountains in the distance, visitors can catch a glimpse of the lifestyle and ingenious measures of a Japanese mountain village living in harmony with nature. There are also numerous souvenir shops and restaurants, and this popular destination is visited by great numbers of people from around the country and the world.

Spot details

Address: Gifu Pref. Onogunshirakawamura Ogimachi
Area: Hida Area
Phone: 0576961013
Hours: 8:00-17:00 * Event Sunday etc. is Subject to change
Closed: open everyday
Fees: Depending on the facility
Parking Lot: Available (About200spaces) * Seseragi Park Parking Lot (When crowded is a temporary parking lot Available)
Credit Card: Available (each Depending on the facility)
Smoking: Available (only where there is an ashtray in the village)
Wi-Fi: Available(SHIRAKAWA-goFreeWi-Fi)
Note: [General Incorporated Association Shirakawa-go Tourist Association] 05769-6-1013 (9:00-17:00)
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Consult each store
Average budget: [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen
Estimated stay time: 120 minutes or more
Wheelchair accessible: Not possible (consult each store)
Infant friendly: Not possible (consult each store)
Pet friendly: Not possible (consult each store)