Shirakawa-go, a traditional village in Japan

On a rainy day, Shirakawa-go felt as if time had stopped, enveloped in tranquility. Beneath the thatched gassho-zukuri roofs, people still live their daily lives, and in the fields, tractors quietly tended the soil.

☁️ Nestled between mist-covered mountain ranges, the thatched-roof village retains the essence of Japan's old rural landscape, befitting its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

🍮 Local Specialty: Water Pudding (水ぷりん)
Made with pristine local water, this pudding glistens with a transparent shine! It gained immense popularity, even winning the Grand Prix at the 2022 Japan Pudding Awards. On a rainy day, savoring a bite of this pudding in a warm teahouse deepens the lingering charm of your journey.

🚶♀️ Recommended Walking Routes
• 📍 Midashima Parking Lot → Triplet House Point (10 minutes)
• 📍 Wada House → Observation Deck Shuttle or 20-minute walking course
• 📍 Take a break at souvenir shops & cafes

🎁 Souvenir Recommendation: If you spot the Detective Conan × Hida limited edition towel, it's a must-buy! 🕵️♂️

Post by Yappari | Oct 26, 2025