Gokayama (Toyama)

Gokayama is one of the greatest towns for architecture buffs in the world.
The oldest traditional gassho style house in Ainokura is said to be about 400 years old.
Part of the UNESCO-designated area of Gokyama, the village preserves an architectural design that dates back hundreds of years.
The steep triangular thatched roofs were built without the use of nails and are designed to prevent snow buildup.
Ainokura, Taira, Gokayama, Toyama, Japan; +81 763 66 2123 (website in Japanese only)