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A Journey Through the Forest with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region - Chapter 1: Gallery
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A Journey Through the Forest with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region - Chapter 1: Gallery

<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Interpreter Kumi Kurosaka of Toyota Shirakawa-go Nature School. During tours, she is known by her nickname "Kotaro."
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The exterior of Toyota Shirakawa-go Nature School, designed to resemble a Gassho-zukuri farmhouse.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> A stroll along the "Forest Path." Impatiens flowers appear underfoot.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Don't worry, this mouse is a stuffed toy. It's used to explain how different animals eat walnuts.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Pinecones also have a purpose. Their shape is designed to disperse seeds far and wide during typhoon season. For more details, please ask on-site.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Explanation of kaya, the material used for the thatched roofs of Gassho-zukuri houses.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Asiatic black bears inhabit the forest on the grounds.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> An "earth tube," a chimney-like structure. It's installed to draw cool air into the facility and reduce cooling loads.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The interpreters belonging to Toyota Shirakawa-go Nature School.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The icon for Toyota Shirakawa-go Nature School, inspired by Gassho-zukuri architecture.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Wood is used extensively in the construction and furnishings of the accommodation facilities.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> A spacious Western-style twin room. This room starts from ¥14,200 per person for two guests.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Although it was raining on the day of our visit, the view from the lobby is superb.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> French cuisine using natural ingredients is served. Pictured is the dessert from the half-course meal: Panna Cotta with Berry and Cherry Sauce.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The main dish of the day: Grilled Sea Bream. The refreshing sauce and the aroma of the crispy skin were exquisite.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Entering the village of Shirakawa-go. The Gassho-zukuri farmhouses are truly impressive.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The view from the hill overlooking Shirakawa-go, known as "Tenshukaku" (Castle Keep). It's called this because a castle once stood here.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Masa Plus Co., Ltd. The building resembles a cottage.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Kenji Kitagawa of Masa Plus Co., Ltd. He guided us through the forest and explained the trees.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Lindera umbellata, a shrub of the Lauraceae family. It has a citrus-like fragrance.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The well-maintained forest is bright and airy.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Young Japanese red pines grow at the base of a Mizunara oak. Broadleaf and coniferous trees are mixed in a balanced way.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Its scientific name is *Mizumezakura*. It is also called Azusa. This tree has the scent of methyl salicylate, the active ingredient in medicinal plasters!
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Hideki Iwamatsu, Director of Oakwood Co., Ltd. Beside him is Minamo, the mascot for the Gifu Seiryu National Sports Festival.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The "Forest Nature School" within Oakwood.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Hinoki-scented blancmange. This is the dessert from the "Aroma Lunch" event, which featured an aromatherapy experience.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Mr. Inamoto, the founder of Oakwood, has also published books.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Japanese cedar from which oil has been distilled and extracted.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> This is Japanese cedar before distillation. A strong aroma fills the air.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> There are four stills. Hida's natural water is used for distillation.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The "Seiryu no Kaori Kirameki" set, a forest diffuser and natural aroma liquid made from hinoki, is ¥3,675.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Above the funnel, the essential oil is slightly separated and glistening.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> The exterior of the reception area at Oakwood Takayama.
<strong>Exploring the Forests with Professionals: Nature and Activities in Gifu's Hida Region</strong> Aroma products from Masa Plus Co., Ltd.'s aroma brand, "yuica." Fragrances extracted from all nine types of trees are available. The brand name originates from "Yui," the spirit of mutual help in re-thatching Gassho-zukuri roofs collectively.
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