🗺️ Shiroyama Castle Tower / Observation Deck Souvenir Shop / Observation Deck Café

The "Tenshukaku Observation Deck," which offers a panoramic view of the World Heritage site Shirakawa-go, is located within the "Observation Deck Souvenir Shop & Café." It is a highly popular spot for enjoying breathtaking scenery. From the observation deck, one can gaze upon the gassho-zukuri farmhouses and rice fields nestled within the surrounding forest. This tranquil and leisurely landscape can be considered a quintessential representation of Japan's original scenery. Visitors can appreciate the golden waves of rice in the autumn and the snowy vistas in winter, and on clear days, the majestic Hakusan mountain range can be seen in the distance. The café offers a variety of light meals made from local ingredients. There are hamburgers made with A5 grade Hida beef and Yamagata pork, as well as gohei-mochi paired with a special miso sauce, and unique rice flour sticks shaped like the characters for "Go" and "Village" (合 and 鄉) from Shirakawa-go. Dining is available on the spacious terrace (except in inclement weather). Additionally, the souvenir shop, which features a wide range of Shirakawa-go sweets, folk crafts, and original products, is also worth a visit.

You can enjoy a view of the Gassho-zukuri village and the Hakusan mountain range. At the "Observation Deck Souvenir Shop," you can purchase souvenirs from Shirakawa-go and original products. At the "Observation Deck Café," you can enjoy light meals and drinks, including Hida beef burgers.