WINTER RECOMMENDED DESTINATION GIFU AREA
Here are some destinations around hotels in Gifu area which are perfect for enjoying Winter.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park
WING ICHIGO Strawberry Picking Experience
59 Yato, Kani, Gifu Period Jan 4, 2026 to May 10, 2026 Open 10:00~16:00 *1 basket: 3,000 yen
Enjoy a take-out only strawberry picking experience. This is a rare style of strawberry picking where you can pick as many strawberries as you can fit in your bucket. The main variety grown is “Yotsuboshi,” which has a good balance of sweetness and sourness, and original products such as gelato and baumkuchen (German-style layered cake) are also available.
10-4 Nakahibari, Kakamigahara, Gifu Period Dec 6, 2025 to Feb 15, 2026 Open 17:00~22:00
Approximately 150,000 white illumination lights will be lit on a 250-meter-long row of ginkgo trees in the park, which was developed on the site of the former Gifu University. Enjoy a stroll through the romantic winter scenery.
970-1 Takeori, Takenami, Ena, Gifu Period Nov 23, 2025~Feb 15, 2026
It is an international standard outdoor speed skating rink where ice skating and curling can be performed in winter. Not only competitions but also general skiing is possible, and there is a spacious rink and shoe rental, so even beginners can enjoy it.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Mino
1558-7 Hachiman, Mugegawacho, Seki, Gifu Open 10:00~23:00 Close Irregular
Natural hot springs surrounded by mountains. There are outside hot springs, bedrock bath and sauna. You can also enjoy the meals made with local ingredients in Gifu at the restaurant in the facility.
3447-1 Mizusawaue, Meiho Okuzumi, Gujo-shi, Gifu Open 8:00~16:30 (Dec to Apr)
One of the biggest ski resorts in west Japan, They have 5,000m long course and also beautiful panoramic view from the top!
2644-1 Komeyacho, Mino, Gifu Open 16:00~22:00(L.O. 21:30) Close: Mon
Very delicious, reasonable and big portion, this Yakiniku restaurant definetly makes you satisfied with their Hida-Beef.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Gujo
3447-1 Mizusawaue, Meiho Okuzumi, Gujo-shi, Gifu
Open 8:00~16:30 / 18:00~23:00 (Open from Dec 6, 2025)
With a variety of course variations, open from early morning to 11 p.m., and equipped with a daycare center, this is the No. 1 popular slope in western Japan that families can enjoy.
Snow Wave Park Shirotori Kogen
Ishitoshiro Hinotoge, Shirotori, Gujo, Gifu Open 8:00~16:30(Open from Dec 7, 2025)
A wide, big wave slope fanning out from the top of the mountain. There is a lineup of park items that can be enjoyed by beginner to advanced skiers. There is also the longest sledding course in Japan at 2 km.
3447-1 Mizusawaue, Meiho Okuzumi, Gujo-shi, Gifu Open 8:00~16:30 (Dec to Apr)
One of the biggest ski resorts in west Japan, They have 5,000m long course and also beautiful panoramic view from the top!
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Takayama Shirakawa Go
Hida Shokawa Onsen Sakuraka no Yu
821 Sarumaru, Shokawa, Takayama, Gifu Open 10:00~20:30 (last admission 20:00) Close Thu
The sodium bicarbonate hot spring water, which feels good on the skin, is highly effective in relieving fatigue. There are also a variety of facilities for a relaxing time, such as an open-air bath where you can enjoy the snowy scenery.
Around Shokawa area
Because of its low temperature, Shokawa is a place where you can have a sight of rime ice and diamond dust