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Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village: Surrounded by mountains and crisscrossed by rice paddies, with streams flowing through it, Shirakawa-go is known as a kingdom of forests and streams. The village of Ogimachi in Shirakawa-go has the largest number of households among the three villages registered as World Heritage Sites (Shirakawa-go, Aikura in Gokayama, and Suganuma), with 152 households. The Ōshira River, flowing from the sacred Hakusan Mountain, becomes snow-white and muddy after merging with the Sō River; this is the origin of the name Shirakawa-go. The Shiroyama Observatory is located in the northeast of Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village in Shirakawa-go, offering panoramic views of the village and the majestic Hakusan Mountains.

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Gassho-zukuri is a traditional Japanese farmhouse style, characterized by its steeply sloping thatched roof, resembling hands clasped together ("gassho"). This roof effectively protects against heavy snowfall. The interior typically consists of three to four stories and was historically used for silkworm rearing and grain storage.

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Hida Takayama: Takayama's old town, known as Sanmachi, encompasses areas such as Ichinomachi, Ninomachi, and Sannomachi. Takayama City is also known as "Little Kyoto of Hida," and its ancient buildings and streets evoke the rich, traditional atmosphere of Kyoto. The townhouses here feature typical Edo-period architectural styles, with flowing water in front of the houses, making you feel as if you've stepped back 400 years into the Edo era. And in Takayama's traditional old town, trying "Hida beef sushi" is a must! Below are some popular restaurants in Takayama's old town, but if you want to taste the famous Hida beef sushi, be prepared to wait in line and be patient!

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Located in the heart of the Hida region in northern Gifu Prefecture, Takayama City Center has preserved the complete form of a castle town and merchant town since the Edo period, hence its nickname "Little Kyoto of Hida". You can stroll through the "three towns" built during the Meiji and Taisho periods, taste local delicacies such as Hida beef and Takayama ramen, and admire handicrafts that embody the superb skills of Hida artisans. Takayama in Hida is full of charm.

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Food Recommendation: Hida beef from the Takayama region. 1. Ajizo Tenkoku JA Direct Store: Guaranteed beef quality, specializing in Hida beef, with a small selection of seafood, pork, and chicken. The menu is bilingual (English and Japanese), and the last page offers platter options. The Ajizo Monbo, suitable for 2-3 people, is the most comprehensive, featuring almost all cuts of beef. Address: 4-147 Hanari, Takayama City; Business Hours: 11:00–14:00, 17:00–21:00 (Closed Tuesdays); Average Budget (JPY): Lunch ¥3,000–¥3,999, Dinner ¥4,000–¥4,999 (Restaurant prices and menu items may vary depending on the season; please check the restaurant's website for the most up-to-date information); Phone: 0577-37-1129 (Reservations are not accepted on holidays, but are available on weekdays; please make reservations at least one week in advance). 2. Marumi Hida Takayama Store is the designated specialty store for Hida beef, serving yakiniku (grilled meat) and set meals. All the beef is authentic Hida beef, melting in your mouth—a taste you'll never forget. If you visit Takayama, you must try Marumi. Address: 6-8-1 Tenmacho, Takayama City; Business Hours: 10:00-22:00; Average Budget (JPY): Lunch ¥2,000～¥2,999 Dinner ¥6,000～¥7,999 (Restaurant prices or menu items may vary depending on the season, please refer to the restaurant's official website) Phone: 0577-35-5858 (Reservations not accepted) 3. Hida Kotte Gyu The most popular beef sushi restaurant in Takayama City. (Restaurant prices and menu items may vary seasonally; please refer to the restaurant's official website for the most up-to-date information.) Address: 34, Kami-Sannomachi, Takayama City; Business Hours: 10:00-17:00; Average Budget per Person (JPY): 1000; Phone: +81-577-37-7733 (Reservations not accepted, cash only) 4. Sakaguchiya Business Hours: 11:00–15:00 (Closed Tuesdays) Menu: Two pieces of Hida beef sushi 900 yen (Cash only)

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Shirakawa-go Food Recommendation: Ochihito - A Gassho-style House Cafe Featured in the Popular Manga ONE PIECE! This gassho-style house cafe appears in chapter 566 of the globally popular manga ONE PIECE! It's famous for its large dog, the coffee cups decorated with decorations, and the red bean porridge served with dumplings in the hearth. Eiichiro Oda, the author of ONE PIECE, visited the shop and, as promised, added a color illustration to the cafe, along with the manga itself, from chapter 566. (Volume 58) Address: 792 Ogi-cho, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun, Gifu Prefecture; Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Average Budget (JPY): 999; Phone: 090-5458-0418 (Restaurant prices and menu items may vary seasonally; please check the restaurant's website for the most up-to-date information.)

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Takayama Old Town: This ancient street was once a prosperous merchant town, and you can still see black lattice windows, wooden eaves, and signs for sake breweries, creating a rich historical atmosphere. You can buy local specialties such as Hida beef jerky, miso, and Japanese sweets.

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