Gero Onsen Gassho Village

Gero Onsen Gassho Village is a living open-air museum set within the renowned hot-spring resort town of Gero, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The village preserves and displays a collection of traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses relocated from the Shirakawa-go region and surrounding areas, offering visitors an immersive glimpse into the rural lifestyles of historic Hida. Guests can stroll through the thatched Gassho Settlement and browse folk artifact exhibits, wander the scenic Saijiki Forest renowned for spring cherry blossoms and vibrant autumn foliage, and participate in hands-on craft workshops. The village also houses tea houses, dining establishments, and a collection of Enku Buddha sculptures. Open year-round, it invites visitors to experience the honest spirit and cultural heritage of Japan's mountain communities.