Majestic mountain vistas, breathtaking coastal views, and an ambience woven by history and the four seasons -- here you can enjoy the varied flavors of the changing seasons amid historical townscapes. You'll find many things to see, along with convenient access. We welcome you to Chubu, where you're sure to have a thrilling trip!
Gifu
The Homeland of Nature and Hot Springs Born of Crystal Streams and Mountains
In Japan, people speak of "the mountains of Hida and the waters of Mino," thus summing up the treasure-house of nature that is Gifu Prefecture. Endowed with a hot-springs area and retaining deep connections to history and traditional culture, Gifu is replete with a broad array of travel attractions.
Major specialty products : Mino-yaki porcelain, Hida beef, wooden furniture, oba miso (magnolia leaves grilled with miso and green onion)
Number one in Japan for : Production of porcelain and ceramics, production of cutting utensils and tools, production of paper lanterns, largest city by area (Takayama)
Sightseeing destinations : Gifu Prefecture Tourist Federation
Nagara River Komran Fishing “Ukai”
Cormorant Fishing in the Nagara River in Gifu Prefecture has a long history of 1,300 years. Usho, who played the leading role in the cormorant fishing team, was protected from those in power (such as Nobunaga Oda and ...
Museum of Modern Ceramic Art, Gifu (Ceramic Park MINO)
The Ceramic Park MINO was built in harmony with the folds of the Azuma town mountains. It was designed by a world renowned architect, Mr. Arata Isozaki, and was opened in 2002 as a complex building for industry and cu...
Trip Down "the Japanese Rhine"
Shoot down the Kiso River, known as one of the 8 scenic spots in Japan, while enjoying the beauty of each season. Unusually shaped rocks such as the Meoto Rock and the Lion Rock are both must-sees. There are various ...
Setogawa Shirakabe Dozou
The beautiful scene of ayu fish swimming in the moat against the white-colored wall as a background is a sight that can only be seen only in Hida-Furukawa. Take a leisurely walk while enjoying the monotone color stree...
Yanaka Water Passage
Yanaka Water Passage is a small park that is located in the center of Hachiman city. When visitors take a walk through this castle town, they will see an art gallery which surrounds a small path that is paved with abo...