Location: Gifu Prefecture
Top Things to do in Gifu Prefecture
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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Gifu Prefecture, Chubu
Gifu Prefecture (岐阜県, Gifu-ken) is a prefecture in the Chūbu region of central Japan. Its capital is the city of Gifu.
Restaurants in Gifu Prefecture
1. Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,522 reviews
Authentic homes moved from a nearby valley and preserved intact make this attraction a very special "open air museum."
Reviewed By Shodby - Mackay, Australia
Coming from Australia snow is a real treat. When we went to the Folk Village on New Years Day it was thick with powdery snow. We could still walk around as the sky was clear and blue. The water wheel was iced over and the thatched roofs had a foot of white powder. I was glad it was open however some of the areas such as the 500 year old hilltop castle were closed due to safety reasons.
2. Shirakawago Gassho Zukuri Minkaen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 414 reviews
Reviewed By Triflyer - India, null
Not to be missed, only regret is that we did not stay back there for the night. We did a day trip by Nohi bus on our way from Kanazawa to Takayama. We took the first bus out from Kanazawa, deposited luggage at the luggage counter behind Nohi bus station office and went on a walking tour around Shirakawa go. Loved in particular the trek up hill and also the one over the bridge on to the waterfalls and the other part of the town. We enjoyed matcha ice cream and food in the small shops along the way. We also visited a small museum which was quite interesting. Delightful place with lovely autumn leaves, beautiful thatched roof houses.
3. Nakasendo Magome-juku
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 660 reviews
This historic footpath through the Kiso Valley connects the villages of Tsumago and Magome. The partially paved trail is approximately 8 kilometers in length and passes by several historic and natural wonders.
Reviewed By bearykim - Singapore, Singapore
a short 7-8km walk took us 4 hours as my group were crazily taking photos along the trail.. overall an easy and charming walk.. you will come across a charming tea house who serves u free green tea .. a donation box is availsble which helps to upkeep the place..
4. Michi-no-Eki Yamato Kokindenjusato Yamato
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
5. The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,168 reviews
Reviewed By ToruO - Setagaya, Japan
Luckily the place wasn't so crowded when I went there (ironically, thanks to COVID-19) but the weather was very unstable, thanks to an oncoming typhoon. The traditional thatched roof houses were quite a beauty to look at. Some are open to visitors but charge you a 300 yen admission. As you will be walking around a lot, it's best to visit during spring or fall when the weather is mild. If it weren't for COVID_19, you should definitely book a round trip bus ticket in advance. I traveled from Kanazawa station, and purchased tickets at an information center nearby. There are also tickets to and from Takayama station. Also, there are no trash cans, just like in most Japanese tourist spots. Bring plastic bags to put your trash in, so you can dispose of them when you get back to your hotel.
6. Kokeizan Eihoji Temple
7. Tanigumisan Kegonji Temple
8. Naegi Castle Ruins
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
A short distance from Nakatsugawa Station stands the ruins of Naegi Castle constructed 400 years ago and once home to the prominent Toyama Family. At the top of the complex,visitors can find a wellplaced observation tower,which offers an astounding view of the Nakatsugawa landscape as well as Kiso River.
9. Hida Furukawa Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By Spertronic - Denver, United States
Hida Furukawa is a charming town with 2 sake breweries and many small shops. We also ate a delicious lunch while in town. There are carp to feed and many lovely old buildings to see. My wife and I stayed in Hida for three days while on our two week trip to Japan. It was some of our favorite time. The area has a local bus that makes travel easy. also there is a taxi company near the train station that will rent you bikes for the day.
10. Shirakawago
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 200 reviews
Reviewed By docajc
Joined a day tour to Shirakawago and Takayama from Nagoya. It snowed the day before we arrived, so there was a bit of snow over the rooftops of the houses. Not the same as the snow covered roofs we see on pictures, but nevertheless beautiful. We arrived around 3:30pm in the afternoon so most of the tour groups were set to go home. Take note however, that when arriving this late, you might not be able to take the shuttle up to the main observation point as the shuttle service ends at 4pm. It took about 15 to 20 minutes to walk uphill to the observatory but it was worth it as the view from the top was breathtaking. The walk downhill was obviously easier and faster. By 5pm, it starts to get quite dark so there was not much to see anymore. And since it was winter, most shops have already started to close. On the plus side, we got to see the sun set over the horizon, and that view is again a beauty. I would definitely visit again and maybe book an overnight stay early on in order to enjoy the village more.
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