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Shirakawa-go

Chubu (中部)

UNESCO World Heritage village of traditional thatched-roof farmhouses in a mountain valley. Magical in winter snow.

🏯 Culture & History🌿 Nature
Best seasons:WinterAutumnSpring

Highlights

Gassho-zukuri farmhouses
Shiroyama Viewpoint
Wada House
Winter light-up event

Crowd Levels by Month

Plan your visit around crowd levels

JanHigh
FebHigh
MarLow
AprLow
MayLow
JunLow
JulModerate
AugModerate
SepLow
OctModerate
NovModerate
DecModerate
Quiet
Moderate
Busy

Where to Stay

Recommended areas based on your travel style

In the village

Stay in a traditional farmhouse for the full experience

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Reservation Tips

Winter light-up events require a lottery reservation months in advance.