A ski resort in Gifu Prefecture

The prefecture is home to the Shirakawa-go Village World Heritage Site. Wonderful winter landscapes of breathtaking beauty, where snow falls onto the steep peaked-roof buildings. Famous local cuisine includes Hida beef and the Takayama ramen noodles of Hida Takayama. There is also the famous Gero Onsen hot spring, which was chosen as one of Japan’s top three hot springs.