Why You Should Visit Shirakawa-go in Spring: A Complete Guide
Shirakawa-go, tucked away in Gifu Prefecture in central Japan, is a beautifully preserved traditional village best known for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses (steeply thatched roofs built to withstand heavy snow). Registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1995, Shirakawa-go is known for its fairytale snowy landscapes in winter, but spring also brings its own colourful magic. In this guide, Iāll share my favorite spots, things to do, and travel tips to help you plan a spring visit to this beautiful village.
A Hiking Guide to the Magome-Tsumago Nakasendo Trail
A new article in which I share my experience of walking one of Japan's most popular hiking trails: the path between the two historic post towns of Magome and Tsumago on the Nakasendo in the Kiso Valley. What I particularly enjoyed about this hike in the Japanese countryside was the variety of landscapes, from rice paddies and bamboo groves to cedar forests and small rural villages.
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