Gifu Prefecture

Japan

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Popular cities in Gifu Prefecture

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Takayama
Known for Culture, Historical and Mountains
Get away to quaint Takayama! Enjoy the festivals, history, and culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Shinhotaka Ropeway
  • Hirayu Onsen
  • Miyagawa Morning Market
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Gero
Known for Hot springs, Culture and Mountains
Experience quaint Gero: its hot springs, culture, temples, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Gero Onsen
  • Onsenji Temple
  • Sarubobo Shrine
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Shirakawa
Known for Small town, Biking and Waterfalls
Escape to quaint Shirakawa! Enjoy its waterfalls, hot springs, and castle.

Reasons to visit

  • Shirakawago Historic Village
  • Shirakawago Gasshozukuri Homurajin Museum
  • Kanda house
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Gifu
Known for Rivers, Castle and Historical
Explore Gifu: its museums, castle, culture, and more!
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Nakatsugawa
Known for Friendly people, Business and Family-friendly
Explore Nakatsugawa: its parks, history, museums, and more!
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Hashima
Known for Skiing
Explore Hashima: its skiing and more!
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Stay near popular Gifu Prefecture attractions

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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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