Kelly visited Shirakawa-go Village, one of the UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites in the world. This small traditional village, located near Takayama, is also one of the snowiest places in Japan, with 95.7% of Shirakawa covered by forest. The uniqueness of Shirakawa-go Village is its showcase of distinctive Japanese style of buildings called gasshō-zukuri, literally means…
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Takayama morning market
An excursion to Takayma market (asaichi). Takayama is a city nestled in the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Perfecture. It has retained a traditional touch with its beautifully preserved old town. Awesome sceneries in Takayama during winter. A store selling a wide range of Japanese snacks. A bird preying on fish in the stream. A…