FAQ
Below are some frequently asked questions about this site. If you can’t find your answer here, feel free to contact us.
Q: Who is this website for?
A: This website is for travelers who want information on Japan beyond the guidebook. The information is also for people who are curious about living in the Japanese countryside and the culture that remains there
Q: Why did we make this website?
Q: Who are the people that made this website?
Q: Where is Hida?
A: Hida is a region located deep in the Japanese alps. It is the northern most portion of the Gifu Prefecture bordering Nagano, Toyama, and Ishikawa Prefectures. It generally includes Takayama City, Hida City, Shirakawa-go, and Gero.
Q: Why this logo?
A: The Satoyama Experience logo is derived from the characters of the word “Satoyama” 「里山」. The left side of the logo is from the letter 「里」or “Sato”, meaning homeland and is written with the image of the “chidori-koshi” (a type of woodwork pattern created by the Master Builders of Hida) to represent that this site was born from the Hida area. The right side of the logo is derived from the letter 「山」 or “Yama”, meaning mountains. The image is inspired by the silhouette of the mountain and the red circle that represents Japanese flag and the rising sun.
Q: What if we want to visit the Japanese countryside?
A: In addition to this website, our Company, Chura-boshi Company, has a travel agency for specializing in creating customized travel packages for those wanting to visit the Japanese countryside. Please visit Rural Japan Explorer for more details or click here for more ideas on things to do in the countryside.
Q: Any suggestions for activities for families with small children?
A: Hida Satoyama Cycling is a family friendly activity available in the Hida region. Bicycles for children are available and child seats are available for smaller children. Also, you may want to contact Rural Japan Explorer for further suggestions.
Q: How do we contact the creators of the website?
A: Best method is through our contact us page. Or if you are adventurous, you can visit our office in Hida City. Click here for our contact information.
