10 TOP Things to Do in Gifu Prefecture September 2026

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Things to do

Takayama: Authentic Sake Tasting at a Historic Brewery

CA $69

per adult

Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya

CA $70

per adult

From Takayama: Shirakawago and Gokayama Bus Tour by Nohi Bus

CA $116

per adult

Takayama: Edo-Period Old Town Walking Tour

CA $50

per adult

Buddhism morning prayer ceremony in Takayama

Buddhist Morning Prayer Ceremony in Takayama

CA $47

per adult

From Takayama: Guided Day Trip to Takayama and Shirakawa-go

CA $213

per adult

From Takayama: Delve into Hida-Furukawa's Cultural Treasures

CA $183

per adult

Nagoya: Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama Old Streets Day Tour

CA $68

per adult

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Nagano: Kamikochi Morning Walking Tour from Taisho Pond

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Gifu: Factory Tour, Pocket-Knife Making Workshop + Lunch

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Gifu: Nagara River Cormorant Fishing Cruise & Dinner

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Gifu: Nagara River Cormorant Fishing Cruise & Dinner

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Shirakawago Historic Village

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You can learn about the history of Shirakawa with a stop at Shirakawago Historic Village. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Where to stay in Gifu Prefecture

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Hida Takayama Onsen

Hida Takayama Onsen is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Miyagawa Morning Market.

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Magome

Travelers like the museums in Magome, and Magome Post Town is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Old Town Takayama

River views, historic sites, and restaurants are some highlights of Old Town Takayama. Make a stop by Takayama Traditional Buildings Preservation Area or Takayama Showa Kan while you're exploring.

Sanmachi Suji Historic District

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Shirotoricho Shirotori

Amidaga Falls is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Shirotoricho Shirotori and the surrounding area.

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