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Shokawazakura Park

769-15 Shokawa-cho Nakano, Takayama, Gifu

The impossible was achieved when these two giant cherry trees were successfully transplanted and spared from drowning at the bottom of the dam lake. Visitors gather here to witness the miracle cherry trees that symbolize our feelings and hopes.

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Shirakawa Village

1086 Ogi-machi, Shirakawamura, Ono-gun, Gifu (Shirakawa-go Tourist Association)

The houses of Gasshozukuri Village are designated as a World Heritage Site. Once known as a secluded region, many tourists come here to experience the wild nature and unique culture.

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Hida Takayama Jinya Morning Market & Miyagawa Morning Market

1-5 Hachiken-machi, Takayama, Gifu

You can see the white tents of these morning markets every morning in downtown Takayama. Go shopping for local products including fresh fruits and vegetables, pickles, and souvenirs.

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Uokaeri no Taki

Miogo, Shokawa-cho, Takayama, Gifu

The name of this waterfall refers to fish that try to swim upriver but fail to climb this waterfall and get stuck downstream. It’s also a famous spot for autumn leaves in Shokawa.

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Shokawa Deai no Mori

Makido, Shokawa-cho, Takayama, Gifu

Once an important travel hub, this park was named in the hope that visitors would have new encounters here. Ring the “Deai no Kane” (Meeting Bell) bell to boost your luck with romance.

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View of the five watersheels of Shokawa in Gifu Prefecture

Five Waterwheels of Shokawa

65 Nakahata, Shokawa-cho, Takayama, Gifu

Five waterwheels that are some of the largest in Japan (the largest waterwheel is 13 meters wide) power a giant stone grinding wheel to make Shokawa's special soba flour. The rare winter soba made with this flour is amazing.

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Miboro Dam

Nakano, Shokawa-cho, Takayama, Gifu

This huge dam that blocks the Shokawa River measures 131 meters high and 405 meters wide. Some people call it “a pyramid of the 20th century” due to its impressive size.

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Hida Takayama Cultural Interaction Facility

35-1 Kamiichino-machi, Takayama, Gifu

Traditional culture exchange center inside a historic building. Learn about local history and culture through craft techniques passed down by masters in the Hida Takayama area. The cafe inside the renovated soy sauce factory is great!

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Shokawa no Sato

Shokawa-cho Arabuchi, Takayama, Gifu

These relocated and preserved Yosemuneshiki Irimoya Gasshozukuri style traditional houses of the Shokawa region are designated as Important Cultural Properties. Experience traditional scenery as you explore these antique houses along the Shokawa River.

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