2016 Shirakawa-go Illumination Information: Illuminate a Nighttime Romantic Fairy Tale
By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported by Liao Qiyu
Shirakawa-go in Japan is world-renowned for its iconic gassho-zukuri architecture. This once-isolated mountain village gained international fame after being designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, becoming a must-visit destination for both domestic and foreign travelers. Especially during winter, when the snow-covered wooden houses are illuminated at night, the scene resembles a fairytale-like dream that is truly unforgettable.
The Shirakawa-go Tourism Website has announced the 2016 illumination schedule. (Image source / Shirakawa Village Communications)
The gassho village takes on an anime-like, dreamy appearance on winter nights. (Image provided / Moleskine Editorial Department)
To help more visitors plan their trips in advance, the official Shirakawa-go website has released the 2016 (Heisei 28) illumination dates: January 16, January 23–24, January 30–31, February 7, and February 14 — a total of seven days. The nighttime lighting will take place near the Wada House, Myōzenji Temple, the west side, Kannamachi, and Shimo-Goso. During this time, the snow-blanketed gassho village will be lit up by warm, golden-yellow lights, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere as if time has stopped. Travelers interested in experiencing this can start planning now. The 2015 nighttime illuminations were held from July 16–20, and upcoming dates include September 18–22 and November 19–23.
Winter snow blankets the land of Shirakawa-go, and the nighttime fires in the gassho village bring warmth to the quiet winter evenings. (Image source / Shirakawa Village Communications)
Without the snow, Shirakawa-go is a beautiful village full of greenery. (Image source / Shirakawa Village Communications)
The snow-covered gassho village features adorable and uniquely shaped gassho-zukuri buildings that are very eye-catching. (Image source / Shirakawa Village Communications)
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