Shirakawa-go (Shirakawa Village) is a Japanese mountain settlement in what was once considered a wild and unexplored region. Because of the area’s natural environment, with high mountains and heavy snowfall, interaction with neighboring regions was limited. However, this also created the conditions for the development of unique cultural practices and lifestyles. Now registered as a World Cultural Heritage site, we hope that you will enjoy experiencing the culture and traditions that live on in Shirakawa-go today.
The comprehensive version of the official video of World Heritage site Hida Shirakawa-go. In addition to the beautiful and nostalgic scenery, this video shows you the “day-to-day life” that has been carefully passed on in this region.
We have put some sightseeing manners you would like to keep in mind into manga form to make your visit more enjoyable. Please read this before visiting Shirakawa-go.
The rich nature of Shirakawa-go can be enjoyed across the four seasons. Allow us to introduce some recommended sightseeing spots for each season.
Links to helpful sites on Shirakawa-go and surrounding tourist attractions.
* Links are provided to external websites. The Shirakawa Village Office is not responsible for the contents of these sites.
