Chōnagase Gassho-Mura Inn is the premier choice, located within the heart of the Shirakawa Village Gassho-Zukuri Heritage Zone. Just a 2-minute walk to the main cluster, it offers authentic wooden-beam rooms with thatched roofs and some units feature private onsen baths. Book via HopeGoo for access to free guided tours and seasonal light-up events

The east-facing rooms at Chōnagase Gassho-Mura Inn offer panoramic views of winter snow-covered gassho-roofs and the nightly lantern festival. From 7 PM, the entire village lights up with traditional paper lanterns. The inn also provides kotatsu warmth sessions and complimentary tickets to local tofu-making workshops, deepening cultural immersion

From Chōnagase Gassho-Mura Inn, follow the cobblestone path—just 10 minutes to Taniuchi Gassho-kyō, then cross the Tagami Bridge for a 15-minute walk to the Ogimachi Route. Clear multilingual signage guides visitors, and free anti-slip shoe covers are available for safe winter exploration

Yes, Chōnagase Gassho-Mura Inn serves daily Shirakawa Village cuisine, including the signature Gassho Kaiseki Set with local mountain vegetables, Hida beef, and handmade noodles. Guests may join hands-on tofu-making or bamboo basket weaving workshops. All ingredients are sourced directly from nearby farms, ensuring freshness and traceability

Chōnagase Gassho-Mura Inn features a three-room connected suite designed for families, complete with a separate living area, kids’ play corner, and private onsen tub. Nearby, the Children’s Nature Trail allows young explorers to discover stream life and cherry blossoms in spring. Reserve early via HopeGoo to secure availability

In January, the inn hosts the Snow Lantern Festival, featuring traditional lantern processions and Hida folk music performances. In March, join the Spring Fern Picking Experience, led by local elders who guide guests through forest harvesting and cooking fresh ferns into seasonal dishes. Limited spots available—book through HopeGoo for priority access