The unique scenery of Shirakawa-go in late summer

Shirakawa-go is a paradise located in Ono-gun, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The famous Gassho Village architecture is very distinctive in all seasons. We always say that the snow scenery is the most beautiful in winter, but Shirakawa-go is actually equally charming in summer! With summer blue skies and white clouds, lush fields and hills, lush green nature paired with quaint wooden houses, there is a sense of relaxation and healing once you enter the village. If you are not chasing the snow season and want to avoid the crowds, visiting Shirakawa-go in the summer is a really good option. You can slowly appreciate the unique design of each joint house, feel the villagers' life, discover different coffee shops, snack shops, souvenir shops, there are many small gifts are very sincere, as the best travel memories. Itinerary Recommendations: 1. Enter the village from the main entrance and slowly walk up the high platform - the "Chengshan Observation Deck" is a must-visit photo spot, overlooking the entire village and surrounding mountains and forests, the photos are super beautiful. 2. Along the main street, you can enter estates such as the "Wada Family" to visit the interior design and learn about the principles of Gassho-zukuri architecture and century-old village culture. 3. There are many small shops in the town, such as old shops selling sake, handmade wood art, and forest ice cream. 4. Don't miss the tofu field and local cuisine set meals in the village, which taste simple and warm. 5. In the summer the village will have many seasonal limited events, such as small morning markets and festivals, which can be experienced on the spot. Playing Tips: - Shirakawa-go is open all day, with longer daylight hours in summer, it is recommended to arrive in the morning for a more comfortable excursion into the afternoon. - Wear comfortable shoes, the roads in the village are mainly stone slabs and dirt. - Simple sunscreen equipment is indispensable (sun hat, sunglasses), summer sun is quite strong. - Although there are coffee shops and convenience stores in the village, some small shops do not necessarily accept credit cards. - Some house tours are charged separately, please note the opening hours of each house. - Friends who like to take pictures, it is recommended to bring a spare battery / memory card, the scenery is too beautiful, easy to take pictures of memory. - If you encounter a village festival you can take the initiative to inquire about how to participate and experience local customs. Topic: #Shirakawa-go Summer #Gasho Village Travel #Japan Countryside Experience #Travel Tips #Souvenir Exploration