Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Unique thatched-roof houses designed to withstand heavy snowfalls.The largest and most famous village in Shirakawa-go with an open-air museum.
Tsumago and Magome Meticulously restored post town with traditional inns, shops, and historical sites. Another beautifully preserved post town with cobbled streets and scenic views.
Ouchi-juku Preserved buildings that now serve as restaurants, shops, and inns. Experience the ambiance of an Edo-period post town.
Takayama A beautifully preserved area with traditional wooden houses, sake breweries, and shops. An open-air museum showcasing traditional thatched-roof houses and rural buildings from the Hida region.
Kakunodate Known as "Little Kyoto," this area features beautifully preserved samurai houses and cherry trees. An extensive collection of samurai artifacts and historical exhibits.