Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village, Shirakawa-go. This is the world heritage area.
Ogimachi-Jyoshi (the observation platform) commands a wonderful panorama of this village.
The landscape of 114 houses with thatched roofs in the Gassho-style here.
Looking up the observation platform on the hill.
Thatched roof in the Gassho-style.
Persimmon tree on the yard
The Shoro-mon gate of Myozenji Temple
Kuri of Myozenji Temple The “Kuri” or the living quarters of the temple.
End of Shirakawa-go. return to List of scenic sites visited
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