Hida: Discover Gero Onsen’s Historic Gassho Village

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step into Japan's rural past with a guided tour of Gero Onsen Gassho Village, a unique open-air museum showcasing authentic thatched-roof houses. Nestled above the famous hot springs, this village highlights the traditional lifestyle of the Hida region, where gassho-zukuri homes flourished in snowy climates. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the village, explaining the significance of its architecture and the customs of the local people. Discover the ingenuity behind the steep roofs designed for heavy snow and learn about farming and daily life in mountain communities.

- Explore the historic Gero Onsen Gassho Village, an open-air museum
- Guided tour with insights into traditional Hida culture and architecture
- View authentic gassho-zukuri houses relocated from Shirakawa-go
- Gain knowledge about local customs, tools, and the rural way of life

What's Included

Guided tour of Gero Onsen Gassho Village
Admission fee to Gero Onsen Gassho Village
Visit to historic thatched-roof houses
Transportation to Gero Onsen Gassho Village
Meals and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet in front of Gero Onsen Gassho Village, where your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. For detailed directions, please refer to the map.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    Gero Onsen Gassho Village is an open-air museum preserving traditional gassho-zukuri houses from the Hida region. With steep thatched roofs designed for heavy snow, the village introduces rural mountain life, folk culture, and daily practices shaped by nature and seasonal change.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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