Things to do in Gifu Prefecture, Chubu: The Best Sights & Landmarks

May 22, 2021 Moriah Teneyck

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)

1-590 Kamiokamotomachi, Takayama 506-0055 Gifu Prefecture +81 577-33-4711 [email protected] http://www.hidanosato-tpo.jp/top.html
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4.5 based on 1,522 reviews

Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato)

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. Nakasendo Magome-juku

Magome, Nakatsugawa 508-0502 Gifu Prefecture +81 573-69-2336 http://www.kiso-magome.com/migarunatabi.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 660 reviews

Nakasendo Magome-juku

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..

3. The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture +81 5769-6-1013 http://shirakawa-go.org/kankou/
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4.5 based on 2,168 reviews

The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

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.

4. Kokeizan Eihoji Temple

1-40 Kokeizancho, Tajimi 507-0014 Gifu Prefecture +81 572-22-0351 http://kokei.or.jp/
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4.5 based on 88 reviews

Kokeizan Eihoji Temple

5. Tanigumisan Kegonji Temple

23 Tanigumi Tokuzumi, Ibigawa-cho, Ibi-gun 501-1311 Gifu Prefecture +81 585-55-2020 http://kegonji.or.jp/
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4.5 based on 89 reviews

Tanigumisan Kegonji Temple

6. Naegi Castle Ruins

2799-2-1 Naegi, Nakatsugawa 508-0101 Gifu Prefecture +81 573-66-8181 http://www.city.nakatsugawa.gifu.jp/kankou/spot/2018/03/100-432m-360-93017001630122715-320.html
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

Naegi Castle Ruins

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.

7. Hida Furukawa Old Town

Furukawacho, Hida Gifu Prefecture http://www.hida-kankou.jp/spot/1269/
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4.5 based on 218 reviews

Hida Furukawa Old Town

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.

8. Sekizenkoji Temple - Sokyuji Temple

35, Nishi, Hiyoshicho, Seki Gifu Prefecture +81 575-22-2159 http://www.seki-zenkoji.jp/
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

Sekizenkoji Temple - Sokyuji Temple

9. Takazawa Kannon

4585, ShImonoho, Seki Gifu Prefecture +81 575-49-2892 http://www.city.seki.lg.jp/kanko/0000001100.html
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Takazawa Kannon

10. Iwamura Historical Town

Hommachi Iwamuracho, Ena 509-7403 Gifu Prefecture +81 573-43-3231 http://iwamura.jp
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Iwamura Historical Town

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