Etchu Gokayama Iwase-ke (越中五箇山 岩瀬家)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This gassho-zukuri farmhouse, one of the largest in the Gokayama region, is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. Beneath the thatched roof—as tall as a five-story building—are massive wooden beams stacked in layers, and the spacious attic once used for sericulture and saltpeter production is open to visitors. The display of daily objects arranged around the central hearth reveals the ingenuity of people who lived in these snowy mountain valleys. Located near Hakusan Shrine, the festival venue, it's the perfect place to begin your exploration of this region's way of life.

Tips

Located very close to Hakusan Shrine. Be mindful of low ceilings in the attic spaces. The wooden structure stays relatively cool even in summer.

Best time to visit

Allow about 45 minutes. Early afternoon is ideal for a leisurely visit.

Access & map

〒939-1977 Nishi-Akao-cho, Nanto City, Toyama 857-1