Amazing village... Ainokura

On this trip to Japan, we chose to explore the natural beauty of Ainokura Village, nestled in the mountains. Fortunately, it rained heavily the night before our journey, so we were greeted with mist throughout the morning drive. As we entered the village, it felt like we were surrounded by fog. The villagers were planting rice, and the green fields were stunning. Ainokura is a traditional farming village, and the houses have distinctive triangular roofs known as Gassho-Style, resembling hands in prayer. This village, like Shirakawago nearby, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The unique characteristics and the age of the houses, ranging from 100 to 350 years old, evoke a sense of old Japan. We traveled from Takayama to this village, and there are tours available that include Shirakawago, making it quite convenient.