Maesawa Magakusha Village

The Maesawa Magariya Village in Minamiaizu Town is filled with beautiful historical buildings with thatched roofs, showcasing the wisdom unique to heavy snowfall areas. Over 20 traditional houses, including 13 gatehouses (magariya), still stand and breathe life into the Japanese countryside, making it a charming tourist spot where you can experience the original scenery of Japan. The rustic atmosphere and the sight of horses and people living together as they did in the past invite visitors on a journey through time.

The charm of the Kurouka village in Maesawa lies in the wisdom of snow country that you can learn at the Kurouka Museum. Exhibits related to architecture and lifestyle, as well as traditional tools, showcase the ingenuity and wisdom of dealing with the harsh environment of snow country. The Kurouka architecture with a thatched roof integrates a stable and a residence, allowing visitors to experience the lifestyle of the time. When visiting Minamiaizu Town, why not learn about the wisdom of living in snow country at this valuable facility?

Maesawa Magariya Village in Minamiaizu Town is a charming spot where the traditional thatched-roof buildings harmonize with the beautiful natural landscape of each season. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom, in early summer, irises and ayame flowers, in autumn, white flowers and autumn leaves cover the entire buckwheat field, and in winter, you can enjoy the snowscape all year round. The unique L-shaped magariya houses, 20 in total, stand side by side, giving you the feeling of traveling back in time.

In the Maesawa Magariya Village of Minamiaizu Town, you can spend a leisurely time at the traditional house cafe "Irori" or the soba restaurant "Magariya". The coffee and soba made with local ingredients are exceptional, enjoyed in beautiful buildings with thatched roofs. Experience a truly relaxing time in this place where the original scenery of Japan still exists, along with picturesque views that change with the seasons.

The Maesawa Magariya Settlement in Minamiaizu Town is a mountain village overlooking breathtaking views from an observation deck. Located in a heavy snowfall area, this place offers a landscape where traditional thatched-roof houses and nature harmonize. Especially in autumn, the foliage is spectacular, and you can enjoy the changing seasons throughout the year. The beauty and historical significance of this place fascinate visitors, truly representing the original scenery of Japan. Please come and visit this place.