Suganuma, Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Discover the serene Suganuma Gassho-style Village in Nanto, Toyama Prefecture, a UNESCO World Heritage site offering a glimpse into traditional Japanese life. This charming village features nine gassho-style farmhouses and other historic structures, preserved in a tranquil, less touristy setting than Shirakawa-go. Explore the Shonoshokan Museum and the Gokayama Folklore Museum to learn about the area's unique history and industries. Enjoy panoramic views from the Nanto City World Heritage Suganuma Gassho-style Village Observation Square. Located a 41-minute bus ride from Johana Station or a 5-minute drive from Gokayama IC, with parking available for ¥500.
Nationally Designated Historic Site (Designated December 4, 1970); Kami Taira Region Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings (Selected December 21, 1994); World Cultural Heritage Site (Registered December 9, 1995)