[2025 Shirakawa Attraction] Travel Guide for Shiroyama Tenshukaku Observation Deck (Updated Jun)

1. Address - Gassho-zukuri Village in Shirakawa-go Features - The world cultural heritage "Gassho-zukuri Village" is located in the Ogimachi area, a little north of the central part of Shirakawa-go. The "Shirakawa-go" usually refers to the Gassho-zukuri village in the Hagimachi area. Today, it has become a popular tourist attraction. Every day, a large number of tourists from home and abroad come here to enjoy the charming original scenery of Japan and experience the traditional culture of Japan. In addition, there are many places where tourists can enjoy the nature such as "Hirase Onsen" at the foot of Mt. Hakusan, as well as leisure and entertainment facilities such as camping sites and hotels. Rating - 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 2. Address - Hida Takayama Old Street Features - Takayama Old Street, as an ancient town representing the Hida Takayama area, is a very popular tourist attraction in Gifu Prefecture, and still retains the old streetscape of the Edo period. The town has many quaint old shops on both sides of the street. The whole street is full of charming street scenes full of original Japanese scenery, such as the ancient-style noren curtains. The rows of machiya buildings retain the traditional style with lattice windows (called "de-lattice" in Japanese), and you can feel the strong historical atmosphere and traditional culture. In addition, there are wine cellars, coffee shops converted from old houses, grocery stores, etc. It is recommended to take a walk and carefully appreciate the old street food. Rating - 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #名名屋景点 #白川乡 #飛驒高山

If you want to see snow in spring, you can take the shuttle bus to the Shirakawa-go Observatory. Once you reach the top, you'll find both a paid observatory and a free observatory. The paid observatory is marked as 'Shirakawa-go Observatory' on Google Maps. It offers a view from above, and its operating hours are from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. However, if you turn back and head down slightly, you'll find the free observatory. It offers the exact same stunning view as the paid one, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful scenery for free.

#SpringTravel Shirakawago is covered in snow even in spring, so it is a great tourist destination for a day trip. I went to Shirakawago as a day trip during my trip to Nagoya. It was a tourist destination that was enough for a day trip without having to stay overnight. It is a little cheaper per person to go to Shirakawago as a day tour during your trip to Nagoya than with the Hidaji Pass. Personally, if the purpose of your trip to Nagoya is Shirakawago, I recommend using a tour to tour it!

The snow scenery in Shirakawa-go is extremely beautiful in winter. It is worth a visit in life

💞Reason for recommendation: Shirakawa-go is a fantastic place! 🗓️ Itinerary: It is recommended to go with a tour group, or go in the morning to avoid the crowds

Shirakawa-go, a World Heritage Site, is one of Japan's three most remote areas, and is home to Japan's original landscape. Compared to Gokayama Ainokura and Suganuma on the Toyama side, the village is larger and has become the most touristy. (Personally, I prefer Gokayama because of its traditional atmosphere.) This is the Shiroyama Tenshukaku Observatory, located about a 10-minute drive up the mountain from the village. This is privately owned land, but with the cooperation of the villagers, an observation deck has been set up that offers a panoramic view of the Shirakawa-go countryside. Both admission and parking are free, but there is a privately-established photo spot at the entrance where photographers are waiting. It is up to the customer whether they buy the photos taken or not... The space at the observation deck is small and there is a long line, so you can't stay there for long. It is very convenient because there is a cafe, a restaurant (reservation required), a souvenir shop and a place to rest next to the observation deck. You can go down to the village from the parking lot at the observation deck, but on the other hand, there are many tourists who come up from the village on foot, and the road is narrow, so you need to be careful when driving. Anyway, the scenery is like something out of a Japanese folk tale, and it stimulates the traveler's spirit. #Seasonal places in Japan #Toyama Prefecture #Snow scenery #Amazing scenery #World Heritage Site

📍Joyama Tenshukaku Observatory 889 Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun, Gifu Prefecture 《Access》 Bus stop Shirakawa-go/About 6 minutes walk from Kaetsuno bus Bus stop Hatogaya/About 22 minutes walk from Kaetsuno bus Bus stop Hida-Iijima/About 30 minutes walk from Kaetsuno bus ★Cafe, souvenir shop Opening hours 9:30-15 :30 ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ ▶️A popular photo spot you'll see on social media ▶️The founder of this place pulled a horse-drawn sightseeing carriage so that tourists could enjoy themselves Later, he built the "Joyama Tenshukaku" on a hilltop full of rice fields so that many people could see the view from here, and it became a restaurant where you can eat while enjoying the view. This place was also full of tourists from overseas. The beauty that Japan is proud of. It was a wonderful landscape👏. ★Observation Deck Cafe You can enjoy local delicacies such as A5-ranked Hida beef burgers, Yumi pork burgers made with Shirakawa-go Yumi pork, and gohei mochi fried with a special miso sauce. ★Souvenir shop at the observation deck We have a wide selection of Shirakawa-go sweets, folk crafts, and local limited edition products. #0 yen travel January 2025 #Hida Takayama #Shirakawa-go #Observation deck #Photogenic spot #Breathtaking view spot