• Takayama - Meander through the historic avenues of Hida Takayama and immerse yourself in the allure of the Edo period.

Explore the exquisitely preserved old town, where traditional wooden merchant houses line the narrow streets and sake breweries continue to operate as they have for centuries. The ambiance reflects the town’s prosperous history, with latticed facades, vintage shop signs, and local crafts on display. As you leisurely wander, you can truly appreciate the timeless elegance and cultural heritage that have characterized Takayama since the Edo era.

• The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses - Nestled among mountains, Shirakawa-go is interwoven with rice fields and graced by clear streams that gently flow through the village, earning it the nickname “the kingdom of forests and rivers.”

Ogimachi, the principal village of Shirakawa-go, is the largest of the three UNESCO World Heritage villages—Shirakawa-go, Ainokura, and Suganuma in Gokayama—with a total of 152 households. The name “Shirakawa-go” is derived from the milky-white waters created when the Daihakugawa River, flowing from the sacred Mount Hakusan, merges with the Shogawa River and turns cloudy white.

Situated in the northeastern part of Ogimachi Gassho Village, Shiroyama Observatory provides a panoramic view of the entire village, with its iconic thatched-roof farmhouses set against the majestic backdrop of Mount Hakusan stretching into the distance.

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Hida Takayama’s historic district retains the allure of an Edo-period castle town, featuring wooden machiya houses that line the Sanmachi streets. The lattice windows, flowing canals, and gentle morning or evening light contribute to a timeless ambiance, where skilled craftsmanship and the aroma of sake embody the town’s serene elegance.

Shirakawa-go resembles a picturesque village nestled in the mountains. Its gassho-zukuri farmhouses stand out in every season—cherry blossoms, lush summer greenery, vibrant autumn leaves, and pristine winter snow—while the clear streams and surrounding hills create a peaceful harmony with nature.

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