The White Road opened in 1977 and acts as a forest route where untouched natural resources are preserved. It links Ishikawa Prefecture and Gifu Prefecture. The road spans from Ozo, Hakusan, Ishikawa Prefecture to Hatogaya, Shirakawa, Gifu Prefecture, for a total of 33.3km in length (about 1 hour travel time). The exquisite views have led to this route being used for scenic purposes, and you will find large tour buses plying the route. The roads are open from early June through November 10 (varies by snowfall), and are sometimes closed due to inclement weather. You are guaranteed to find waterfalls on the waters flowing into the main branch of the Jadani Valley. The largest is Fukube Falls, which descend from a point 86 meters up. Ubagataki Falls have been selected as among Japan's 100 finest waterfalls. Their appearance suggests an old woman letting her white hair sway to and fro. In addition to these two waterfalls, there are also ones in the "eight views" of Jadani.
In spring, you can see views of new green foliage and remaining snows on Hakusan. In summer, enjoy beating the heat in this cooler area and going on treks. In fall, you can enjoy the autumn foliage and "sea of clouds" around Shirakawa-go, as well as the natural beech forests. Unfurling below you is the village of Shirakawa-go. These and other charms await on the White Road.
You will find large and small parking lots along the route (include multi-purpose restrooms at some), letting you enjoy a convenient drive.
Along the Sanpoiwadake Parking Lot, you will find mountain plants like Hakusan rhododendron.