Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village: Delicious snacks in a traditional village!

Shirakawa-go Gassho Village, located in Shirakawa Village, Ono-gun, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, is one of the World Cultural Heritage Sites and is famous for its thatched houses made by Gassho. It is recommended to drive or take a bus.
Address: Ogi Town, Shirakawa Village, Ono-gun, Gifu Prefecture
Opening hours: Open year-round (a few Gassho houses have days off, please check in advance)
Transportation Advice: About 1 hour by car from Takayama or Kanazawa;or direct bus from Takayama/Kanazawa


Shirakawa-go Gassho Village, a beautiful snack under the traditional village!

Shirakawa-go Gassho Village really feels like traveling through history! 🤩 Surrounded by the surrounding antique thatched thatched houses, the air is particularly fresh, rural beauty and chill. You also saw many must-eat snacks while walking. You can't miss them! 🍡

I sincerely recommend a few popular authentic delicacies:
- Super rich handmade ice cream 🍦, no matter what the weather is a must try!
- Smooth textured water pudding, melts in your mouth, super satisfied after eating ~
- Traditional five-flat cake, grilled crispy and smoky, while walking is best however! 😋
- Japanese ground wine: great for photography and check-in, taste smooth and easy to enter. Remember to buy a few as souvenirs, the packaging is so cool! 🍶

September comes, the weather is slightly cool with a little rain, the mountains are misty, the whole person is chill, super feeling ~ ⛰️🌧️ Every corner of photography is a photo spot, casual shot is very beautiful!

Recommended self-drive tours with more flexibility and freedom to see the most beautiful scenery! I really want to bring my friends to play again next time~

Summary: Shirakawa-go Gassho Village is not only simple to see the scenery, but also super rich in snacks and humanities. Mark it down and put it on your bucket list!

Post by 山古 | Oct 30, 2025