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Gifu

Discover Crafted Heritage

A scenic stopping point in Chubu on the way from the Kanto to the Kansai region, Gifu Prefecture is beloved for its beautiful nature and cultural traditions that are still alive and well today. Explore historical buildings and the magnificent scenery of this mountainous area during the change of the seasons for an experience you’ll never forget.

Participating Hotels
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Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park

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Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Mino

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Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Gujo

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Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Takayama Shirakawa Go

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Featured Attractions
A view of the garden from inside the museum with two chairs on the terrace

Kokindenju no Sato Field Museum

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Night view of Gujo Hachiman Castle

Gujo Hachiman Castle

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A flower garden inside the park and a shuttle bus running in the background

Hirugano Highland Bokka no Sato

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Fresh Ayu being grilled at Seiryu Nagara River Ayu Park in Gifu

Seiryu Nagara River Ayu Park

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Exterior of Mino Washi Museum in Gifu Prefecture

Mino Washi Museum

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View of the Minohashi bridge from the river

Minohashi Bridge

View of Monet's Pond with koi (carp) swimming in the water

Monet’s Pond (Nameless pond)

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Exterior of Former Imai Family Residence in Gifu Prefecture

Former Imai Family Residence

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Exterior of Kosaka Brewery in Gifu Prefecture

Kosaka Brewery

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View of the sunflower fields at Suhara Himawari no Sato in Gifu

Suhara Himawari no Sato

Washi lanterns lined up outside traditional Japanese houses

Mino Washi Lantern Art Gallery

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Exterior of Oyada Shrine in Gifu Prefecture

Oyada Shrine

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Exterior of Suhara Shrine with paper lanterns hanging at the entrance

Suhara Shrine

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Black and white logo of Spirit Outdoors in Gifu Prefecture

Spirit Co., Ltd.

Strawberries growing in the greenhouse at mitoca

mitoca

A drone flying in the sky

Drone Museum & Park Mino

A display of traditional tea sets

Yamamotoya

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Ishikawa Paper Goods Ltd.

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Inside of the aquarium with fish tanks

World Freshwater Aquarium Aquatotto Gifu

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a bridge over a river

Gifu Bungy

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Aerial view of River Port Park Minokamo in Gifu Prefecture

River Port Park Minokamo

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A view of Minokamo city from the park

Minokamo Kenkonomori Park

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Exterior view of Ota-juku Nakasendo Museum in Gifu Prefecture

Ota-juku Nakasendo Museum

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Exterior view of Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Machine Tools

The Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Machine Tools

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Exterior of Minokamo City Museum in Gifu Prefecture

Minokamo City Museum

Sign of the firefly viewing spot in Gifu Prefecture

Kawaura River and Tsuzuya River (Miwa Firefly Spot)

Exterior of Shogenji Temple in Gifu Prefecture

Shogen-ji Temple

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A large statue of a Tengu (long-nosed goblin) standing between the trees.

Kobi no Tenguyama (Tengu Mountain Shrine)

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A small boat moving along the Hida River next to the island where the temple is.

Koyama Kannon

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A pathway at Kasekirin Park along the lake

Kasekirin Park

Two giant cherry trees standing in Shokawazakura Park in Gifu Prefecture

Shokawazakura Park

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Exterior view of Shokawa no Sato in Gifu Prefecture

Shokawa no Sato

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View of the Miboro Dam and the Sho River in Gifu Prefecture

Miboro Dam

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View of the five watersheels of Shokawa in Gifu Prefecture

Five Waterwheels of Shokawa

A trail surrounded by trees inside Shokawa Deai no Mori in Gifu

Shokawa Deai no Mori

A large waterrall at Uokaeri no Taki

Uokaeri no Taki

A flower garden inside Hirugano Highland Bokka no Sato

Hirugano Highland Bokka no Sato

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Hida Takayama Cultural Interaction Facility

Hida Takayama Jinya Morning Market & Miyagawa Morning Market

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Shirakawa Village

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sunflower field with mountain in background

Suhara Himawari no Sato

view of street with firepits along the sides

Mino Washi Lantern Art Gallery

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Featured Restaurants
Fried chicken topped with onions with lettuce and tomatoes

Ogatama

Hot udon in a creamy white broth topped with seaweed and spring onions

Natsu Tsubaki

Loaves of white bread and rasin bread

Bakery KahanaGusa

Ayu sweetfish being grilled on skewers in front of the fire

Kaniha Sakura

Interior of Japanese restaurant Aguri with tables and counter seats

Aguri

Exterior of Yakiniku Daikokuya with a big neon sign

Yakiniku Daikokuya

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Hachiya

Freshly cooked pizza being taken out of the pizza oven

Pizzeria Gonza

A table set with napkins and water glasses

Restaurant Momochidori

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Gyoza Hanten

A bowl of omelette with rice topped with curry sauce

Jeian

Slices of freshly cut beef for yakiniku

Yakiniku Shokudoen

Restaurant signage of Yakiniku Shokudoen in Mino city

Shimaya Shokudo

Slices of beef being prepared on a grill

Yakiniku Jinya

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Gomaya

Dish with grilled fish

Ristorante PUNTO MINO

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Sansui Honten

A plate of cold soba noodles with a side dish of tempura

Makibo

A bowl of grilled eel and rice with soup and pickles

Kawasen

Exterior of New Yanagiya Shokudo in Gifu Prefecture

New Yanagiya Shokudo

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Minoichi

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Sushi Kogetsu

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Gujoya

A plate of pasta with bread

Fry pan

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Mino Kanko Yana

An Italian dish served over vegetables

Docilita Casalinga

Exterior of Yakiniku Midoriya in Minokamo city

Yakiniku Midoriya

Exterior of Japanese restaurant Tomoji in Minokamo city

Tomoji

Exterior of Satoyama Cafe with outdoor tables and chairs

SATOYAMA CAFE

Coffee and a brownie served with ice cream

COCU COFFEE

Freshly baked bread on display inside the bakery

Bäckerei Fujimura

A parfait with strawberries and ice cream

Farm Cafe Yamaki

A set menu of udon and boiled vegetables

Kiwami Udon Takuan

Tandor

Hot spicy noodles served with soup and salad

Hotel Ginka Restaurant Mignon

Main dish of beef and cabbage with rice and miso soup on the side

Restaurant Oka

Grilled beef and onions with a side of boiled vegetables and miso soup

Drive-In Miboroko

A crepe topped with ham and egg

Shokawa Galette

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Ryokan Shosuikan

A plate of sushi and a side of udon noodles

Kisami

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Cafe Sasayuri

A plate of cold soba noodles with a cup of broth

Sobasho

A bowl of hot ramen and a plate of fried rice

Mickey Shokudo

Exterior of Soba no Sato Shokawa Shinuchitei in Gifu Prefecture

Soba no Sato Shokawa Shinuchitei

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Party Hana Megane

A plate of cold soba noodles and a rice bowl with fried chicken

Satoyama Chaya Muroya

A bowl of udon topped with vegetable tempura

Shikibu no Iori

Exterior of Izakaya Ishimatsu in Gifu Prefecture

Izakaya Ishimatsu