Toyama Area Part-2

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< Gassho-zukuri of Shirakawagou >

Photograph:Mr.S.Hirai of Daico MFG.OB

Place:Southern part of Toyama Prefecture

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< Gassho-zukuri >

a house with a steep rafter roof.

Gassho-zukuri derives its name from the shape of the steep rafter roof,

which looks like hands clasped in prayer (gassho).

 

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