Shirakawa-go (Historic Village)
Shirakawa-go, a beautiful area where traditional Japanese scenery still exists, is home to the largest number of still-standing traditional “gassho-zukuri” Japanese homes. As of 2016, there are around 100 buildings still standing, both large and small. It is the largest remaining historic settlement in Japan, and it is preserved as a Group of Traditional Buildings in the register of Cultural Properties of Japan.
I came to Shirakawa-go full of excitement to see the legendary gingerbread houses, but unfortunately there wasn't enough snow, so I missed out on the classic snowy scenery. Guess I'll just have to come back next time!