Top 7 Free Things to do in Shirakawa-mura, Chubu

May 22, 2021 Milan Banda

Discover the best top things to do in Shirakawa-mura, Japan including The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses, Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory, Ogimachi, Shirakawago, Tenshukakau Observatory, Deai Bridge, Michi-no-Eki - Shirakawago.
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1. The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture +81 5769-6-1013 http://shirakawa-go.org/kankou/
Excellent
55%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,168 reviews

The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

Reviewed By ToruO - Setagaya, Japan

Luckily the place wasn't so crowded when I went there (ironically, thanks to COVID-19) but the weather was very unstable, thanks to an oncoming typhoon. The traditional thatched roof houses were quite a beauty to look at. Some are open to visitors but charge you a 300 yen admission. As you will be walking around a lot, it's best to visit during spring or fall when the weather is mild. If it weren't for COVID_19, you should definitely book a round trip bus ticket in advance. I traveled from Kanazawa station, and purchased tickets at an information center nearby. There are also tickets to and from Takayama station. Also, there are no trash cans, just like in most Japanese tourist spots. Bring plastic bags to put your trash in, so you can dispose of them when you get back to your hotel.

2. Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory

Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture http://shirakawa-go.gr.jp/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 738 reviews

Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory

Reviewed By amandahJ6783GN - Sapporo, Japan

THE photo spot for the village. Shuttle bus goes up there - takes 10 mins, walk down takes 20 mins (different shorter route) Private parking on the hill (for about 50 cars?) Nice to buy food or drink and then you can sit on the left of the photo taking spot, under the tree and look down at the scene peacefully. Staff take a free photo of visitors - which you can get at the desk minutes later - it is a tiny 1/4 of a postcard picture - and then choose to pay to have the same pic big size.

3. Ogimachi

Ogimachi Shirakawa-go, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture +81 5769-6-1013 http://kankou.shirakawa-go.org/guide/203/
Excellent
55%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Ogimachi

Reviewed By thurein_6 - Singapore, Singapore

I have been there in last autumn; it was impeccable time to visit this amazing village surrounded by mountains and divided by a river. It felt amazing just to gaze upon the scenery.

4. Shirakawago

517 Hatogaya, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5629 Gifu Prefecture +81 5769-6-1311 http://shirakawa-go.org/
Excellent
62%
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4.5 based on 200 reviews

Shirakawago

Reviewed By docajc

Joined a day tour to Shirakawago and Takayama from Nagoya. It snowed the day before we arrived, so there was a bit of snow over the rooftops of the houses. Not the same as the snow covered roofs we see on pictures, but nevertheless beautiful. We arrived around 3:30pm in the afternoon so most of the tour groups were set to go home. Take note however, that when arriving this late, you might not be able to take the shuttle up to the main observation point as the shuttle service ends at 4pm. It took about 15 to 20 minutes to walk uphill to the observatory but it was worth it as the view from the top was breathtaking. The walk downhill was obviously easier and faster. By 5pm, it starts to get quite dark so there was not much to see anymore. And since it was winter, most shops have already started to close. On the plus side, we got to see the sun set over the horizon, and that view is again a beauty. I would definitely visit again and maybe book an overnight stay early on in order to enjoy the village more.

5. Tenshukakau Observatory

889 Ogimachi In front of Tenshukaku Restaurant, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture +81 5769-6-1728 http://shirakawa-go.org/kankou/guide/249/
Excellent
60%
Good
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Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 92 reviews

Tenshukakau Observatory

Reviewed By paddy_snaps_travel

Definitely a must visit location in Shirakawa-go. It's about 30 minutes hike and provides a brilliant birds eye view of entire town. Plus there's ice-cream at the top.

6. Deai Bridge

Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture http://kintsuri.main.jp/A171_deai.html
Excellent
26%
Good
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Satisfactory
26%
Poor
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4.0 based on 127 reviews

Deai Bridge

Reviewed By PandaHouston - Houston, United States

This suspension bridge in Shirakawa-Go connected us from the Bus Parking lot from which we came to the UNESCO town of Shirakawa-Go. We came on January 4 and it was pretty crowded so quite a bit of people on the bridge. Also, the bridge will move and shake while you are walking on it.

7. Michi-no-Eki - Shirakawago

411 Iishima, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5625 Gifu Prefecture +81 5769-6-1310 http://rs-shirakawago.jp/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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3.5 based on 111 reviews

Michi-no-Eki - Shirakawago

Reviewed By PeterTokyoPeter

Not center of Gassho village, but easy to access by car for take a rest. You can have cheap local eats and local souvenirs. Gassho museum is inside and free admission. So, you can learn Gassho house at air-conditioned place.

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