What to do in Gifu Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

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A tree with vibrant red leaves, surrounded by evergreen branches.
A traditional Japanese shrine with ornate decorations, including a golden altar, hanging ornaments, and cultural artifacts.
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A traditional Japanese thatched-roof house surrounded by autumn foliage.

Things to do

Takayama: 30-Minute Sake Brewery Tour

Takayama: Authentic Sake Tasting at a Historic Brewery

CA $71
per adult
Takayama: Authentic Sake Tasting at a Historic Brewery
From Takayama: Shirakawago and Gokayama Bus Tour by Nohi Bus

From Takayama: Shirakawago and Gokayama Bus Tour by Nohi Bus

CA $117
per adult
From Takayama: Shirakawago and Gokayama Bus Tour by Nohi Bus
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya

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

CA $78
per adult
Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya
Buddhism morning prayer ceremony in Takayama

Buddhist Morning Prayer Ceremony in Takayama

CA $47
per adult
Buddhist Morning Prayer Ceremony in Takayama
From Takayama: Guided Day Trip to Takayama and Shirakawa-go

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

CA $215
per adult
From Takayama: Guided Day Trip to Takayama and Shirakawa-go
Takayama: Edo-Period Old Town Walking Tour

Takayama: Edo-Period Old Town Walking Tour

CA $60
per adult
Takayama: Edo-Period Old Town Walking Tour
From Takayama: Delve into Hida-Furukawa's Cultural Treasures

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

CA $184
per adult
From Takayama: Delve into Hida-Furukawa's Cultural Treasures
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Japanese Alps Kamikochi A Day in Fairyland

Japanese Alps Kamikochi A Day in Fairyland

Activity duration is 11 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $86 per adult
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Gifu: Nagara River Cormorant Fishing Cruise & Dinner

Gifu: Nagara River Cormorant Fishing Cruise & Dinner

Activity duration is 3 hours
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Price is CA $155 per adult*
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Gifu: Nagara River Cormorant Fishing Cruise & Dinner

Gifu: Nagara River Cormorant Fishing Cruise & Dinner

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $155 per adult*
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Seki Damascus Knife Making Workshop in Samurai Sword Town

Seki Damascus Knife Making Workshop in Samurai Sword Town

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $328 per adult
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Kamikochi Nature Retreat 1 Day Bus Tour from Tokyo

Kamikochi Nature Retreat 1 Day Bus Tour from Tokyo

Activity duration is 13 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $138 per adult
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What to do in Gifu Prefecture

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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

Find the best Gifu Prefecture areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.
A traditional Japanese wooden house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.

Magome

Travelers like the museums in Magome, and Magome Post Town is a top attraction you might want to visit.
A riverside walkway with a stone wall, willow trees, and a crowd of people near shops and restaurants.

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 Miyagawa Morning Market while you're exploring.
A traditional Japanese village with thatched-roof houses by a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and a forested hill.

Atagomachi

Though Atagomachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sakurayama-Jinja and Takayama Yatai Kaikan.
A village with traditional houses and rice paddies.

Fuyutō

While Fuyutō might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Sakurayama-Jinja.

 

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Day trip destinations from Gifu Prefecture

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Gujo

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a torii gate, and a mountainous backdrop.

Takayama

A traditional Japanese pagoda by a calm lake with autumn trees in the background.

Matsumoto

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, white walls, and a stone base.

Ogaki

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Kiso

A traditional Japanese castle with cherry blossoms in bloom, reflecting in a calm body of water, under a night sky.

Gifu

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Gero

A rural landscape with traditional houses, green fields, and mountains in the background.

Omachi

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