Travel destinations in Japan, Ainokura and Suganuma Village, world heritage villages, classically beautiful.
Set out to play in ancient villages surrounded by nature at Ainokura Village and Saganuma Village, places to visit in Japan. that has been registered as a World Heritage Site along with Shirakawago Village that we know each other well And of course, when it becomes a world heritage site. Both of these villages must have a history. Including quite a few interesting tidbits. Follow us and get to know each other!
World Heritage Village, Japan
Ainokura and Suganuma Village
Besides Shirakawago An ancient village that is a famous tourist attraction in Gifu Prefecture, within Toyama Prefecture there are also 2 villages that were registered as World Heritage Sites (UNESCO World Heritage Sites) in 2010. It was established in 1995 and is also worth a visit: Ainokura Village (相倉) and Suganuma Village (菅沼). Both villages are famous landmarks. of The city of Gokayama is surrounded by mountains. And also hidden with the charm of a rural village style that looks Going there is like going back in time. If you try to travel once, you will easily be impressed by this place.
If you look at it from the surface The two villages looked so similar that they seemed to be the same place. But in fact, both places have unique characteristics that make them stand out from each other. What will there be? Go get to know Let's go to Ainokura Village and Suganuma Village.
Ainokura Village It stands out with Gassho-Zukuri style buildings that have thick layers of grass and local plants on their roofs. and has slopes joined together to form a triangle to protect from the cold in winter. It can also protect the roof and house from accumulated snow.
We can visit Ainokura Village all year round. But in spring and winter there are seasonal festivals decorated with lights. Make this ancient village look lively and colorful again. If traveling during the summer It will be a time of agriculture. where villagers come to grow vegetables and fruits
