Location: Gifu Prefecture
Top Things to do in Gifu Prefecture
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The 10 Best Historic Sites 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.
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1. 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..
2. Mino History Museum Former Imai Family Residence
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Mino Kaneyamajo Ato
6. Takayama Jinya
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,107 reviews
This interesting structure has been a government building since the 17th century and is now open to the public.
Reviewed By raymondmC6721ME
In use as an official government building complex from 1692 until 1969, this is the only existing building of its kind in Japan. A National Historic Site, the complex now houses a museum showcasing maps of the Hida region, historical town plans, documents of feudal lords, and the largest traditional rice storehouse in Japan. A visitor gets to see rooms that once served as guest rooms, conference rooms, office rooms, and an "interrogation" room depicting some persuasive methods. Don't miss this important place of interest where shoguns, feudal lords, government officials dealing with tax collection, policing, forest management, tax collection, and rice (tax payment) storage all contributed to its history. Go, enjoy. Please give a like if this is helpful, or you like the info. Thank you.
7. Wada House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By kentQ7529YG - Hong Kong, China
This is the only thatched-roof Village house we have visited (though there are others open to visitors as well). Kanda House was recommended by our tour guide, though it was rather crowded during our visit, it was certainly an eye opener, to experience how life in such houses could be like.
8. Gifu Shoho-ji Temple Daibutsu (Great Buddha)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By Dayne_1968 - Gifu, Japan
I rank this Quiet shrine a must see when visiting gifu...it's location is superb due to proximity of the Gifu Castle and Comorant fishing docks....no need to spend ¥¥ on cab fare..all within walking distance
9. Iwamura Castle Ruins
10. Nagase house
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By WEKP - Batavia, United States
I enjoyed this house very much. Lots of interesting items to see on the top floor. Open until 5pm for 300 yen.
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