Scenic village Gokayama in Nanto, Toyama Pref.

Scenic village Gokayama in Nanto, Toyama Pref.

TOKYO, Japan - Photo taken in February 2013 shows the village of Gokayama, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its houses with Gassho-style roofs supported by thick A-frame crossbeams, in Nanto, Toyama Prefecture. The city is stepping up a campaign to lure tourists from other parts of Asia.

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