Sirakawago Village, Gifu Prefecture (Japan)

Sirakawago Village, Gifu Prefecture (Japan)

As the writer and the caption both point out, this village is known for its farmhouses and distinct steep roofs (rooves?) in the gashozukuri style.  A World Heritage site.  Card was mailed in 2011 with stamp and postmark.  Grade: 1

Name: Sirakawago Village, Gifu Prefecture (Japan)

From: THEMES/UNESCO World Heritage

Code: 39100014

Price: $5.00