NANTAN, Kyoto -- Houses with thatched roofs covered in snow are being lit up with lanterns for a special event at Kayabukinosato village in this city.

The area is designated as a national preservation district for groups of important traditional buildings and has 38 thatched houses. After sunset, houses covered with snow are illuminated with lights as visitors take photos of the impressive scenery.

The light-up event can be enjoyed until Feb. 3. For inquiries, please call the Kayabukinosato village office on 0771-77-0660 (in Japanese).