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Gokayama Gassho no Sato — photo spot in 855 Suganuma, Nanto, Toyama 939-1973, Japan

Gokayama Gassho no Sato - Image 1
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Gokayama Gassho no Sato

Gokayama Gassho no Sato is a UNESCO-listed village of steep thatched gassho-zukuri farmhouses set in a valley framed by forested hills and rice terraces. Photograph the dramatic triangular roofs, seasonal textures (snow, autumn color, rice paddies) and intimate village life. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for side-light on roofs; winter snow creates iconic scenes. Accessible by car or bus from Toyama; limited parking at the visitor area. Respect private property and quiet village etiquette; a

855 Suganuma, Nanto, Toyama 939-1973, Japan
ARCHITECTURELANDSCAPEHISTORICAL
Gokayama Gassho no Sato - Image 1
Gokayama Gassho no Sato - Image 2
Gokayama Gassho no Sato - Image 3
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Gokayama Gassho no Sato

Gokayama Gassho no Sato is a UNESCO-listed village of steep thatched gassho-zukuri farmhouses set in a valley framed by forested hills and rice terraces. Photograph the dramatic triangular roofs, seasonal textures (snow, autumn color, rice paddies) and intimate village life. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for side-light on roofs; winter snow creates iconic scenes. Accessible by car or bus from Toyama; limited parking at the visitor area. Respect private property and quiet village etiquette; a

855 Suganuma, Nanto, Toyama 939-1973, Japan
ARCHITECTURELANDSCAPEHISTORICAL

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