SUMMER RECOMMENDED DESTINATION GIFU AREA
Here are some destinations around hotels in Gifu area which are perfect for enjoying Summer.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park
2-6-6 Mikado, Minokamo, Gifu Open 9:00~17:00 Close Tue
The base of outdoor activities in the natural environment of river and forest.
You can enjoy BBQ and a variety of river activities.
181-1 Izumi Shirakawa, Kamo-District, Gifu Open 8:30~17:00 Close Wed
It is a great place to experience trout fishing in the river. The activity takes place in a managed shallow stream, making it enjoyable for everyone from small children to adults. You can even grill and savor the trout you catch yourself with a bit of salt.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Mino
76-3 Oze, Seki, Gifu *Reservation required
From May 11 to Oct 15 of every year, in the small village of Oze on the bank of the Nagara River, the cormorant fishing masters practice their craft, which is a rich tradition with roughly 1000 years of history.
18 Tenshukaku, Gifu, Gifu Open 9:30~17:30
Located on the summit of Mt. Kinka, Gifu castle is famous as Oda Nobunaga's castle. From the observatory, you can overlook the city of Gifu, and there is a museum as well.
Itadori River Horado Kanko Yana
1712, Horado-Kosaka, Seki, Gifu Open 10:00~17:00(Apr to Oct, 2025)
You can enjoy superb ayu (sweet fish) cuisine amid the murmuring of the Itadori River and surrounded by nature. Children can also try catching fish with their bare hands, making this a very popular spot for children.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Gujo
Gujo Odori lasts for over 30 nights from mid-July to early September.
It is the longest-running Bon dance in Japan, and it can be said that summer in Gujo Hachiman begins and ends with the Bon dance. In 2022, Gujo Odori was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Shirotori Odori is held for 20 nights, from mid-July to late August.
With 400 years history, it is a traditional dance with a lively tempo that is popular among young people.
Nagara River Fireworks Festival
697 Yamatocho Tokunaga, Gujo, Gifu Date: 14 Aug, 2025 20:00~21:00
You can buy fireworks with your wishes, dreams, and messages, and the fireworks will be launched by pyrotechnicians in Gujo Yamato. Approximately 1,000 fireworks are launched over the Nagara River. You can enjoy the fireworks from the hotel.
There are several restaurants that serve sweet fish, so please check the web.
”Gujo Ayu” won the Grand Prix at the 2008 National Clear Streams Ayu Tasting Contest. Bred in a steep stream and with good water quality, Gujo ayu is a first-class ayu in terms of shape, fleshness, aroma, and taste.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Takayama Shirakawa Go
Hida Takayama handheld fireworks
Downstream of Miyagawa Yayoi Bridge, Takayama , Gifu Date : 9 Aug 2025 19:30~21:00
On August 9th every year, in commemoration of the day of misfortune, handheld fireworks are launched with the hope to ward off misfortune. The fireworks are a spectacular sight to see, with Hida Takayama's pyrotechnicians launching them into the air with sparks of fire.
Along the Shokawa river
In summer, you can enjoy Ayu fishing along Shokawa river. After enjoying the fishing, savor the fresh grilled Ayu.
88 Shokawacho Sarumaru, Takayama, Gifu
Course starts from Michi-no-Eki Sakura-no-sato Shokawa
There are 4 types of walking course. The longest is 21.3km which you can enjoy the great nature of Shokwa. Walking map is available at the front desk in the hotel.