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
Seki Blacksmith Oral History Museum
Just as in the old days, old fashioned Japanese swords are forged and decorated in Seki city, a world-famous place for sword and cutlery production. Some swords and precious historical documents on swords are displayed.
Cherry Blossoms in Ogura Park
Ogura Park, which used to be the site for Ogurayama Castle, has been rebuilt as a citizen's park. It is also a famous place for beautiful cherry blossoms. These flowers, and Hana-Mikoshi (Flower-Portable Shrine) in th...
Sougi Water
Sougi Water is a spring water which was chosen as one of the 100 best water places in Japan. The name "Sougi Water" originates from the name of famous renga poet Sougi Iio, who loved this water during his stay in Gujo...
Meiho hot spring "Yusei-kan"
Yusei-kan in Meiho Hot Springs has a good reputation for its open-air atmosphere. The bath inside the building is very large so visitors can enjoy bathing calmly while enjoying nature. In the outdoor bath, visitors ca...
Suisho-no-Yu Spa
Visitors can enjoy the great panoramic view of the Japan Alps and can see as far as the Ise Bay from the Rock Bath. A shuttle bus service operates from the Tsukimi-no-Mori Parking Lot.