Things to do in Gifu

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Blessed with raw materials for pottery clay and glaze, this plan allows you to experience full-scale pottery in Tajimi, a historic pottery town. In addition to abundant materials, the dojo for hands-on experience is equipped with pottery equipment such as electric potter's wheel. We do not decide which works to make, and we will give careful guidance to each customer, both beginners and veterans, so that they can freely make what they like.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:30 / 08:30

〜Schedule〜【08:30】▼ Hotel pick-up【11:00】▼ Hida Takayama (free walk, free lunch / 180 minutes)【14:30】▼ Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village (120 minutes)【16:00】▼ Return to Nagoya Station and the tour ends. 【18:30】▼ Return to hotelRecommended itinerary1. Stroll through the old townTakayama and the surrounding area boast traditional architecture, gorgeous festivals, and some of the best mountains and hot springs in Japan. Widely recognized as an important asset of Gifu, surrounded by magnificent nature, including the Japanese Alps, Takayama is not only a great tourist destination in itself, but also a great base for sightseeing in the Japanese Alps and the surrounding Hida region. The Mimachi Group of Buildings Preservation District, the heart of Takayama city, attracts tourists from all over Japan. You can spend a whole day strolling through the old streets, buying souvenirs from the many craft shops, tasting local teas, and enjoying local specialties such as wagyu beef sushi. There are also many sake breweries in and around the Mimachi district. You can also sample sake at the breweries. 2. Miyagawa Morning Market Takayama's morning market is one of the three largest morning markets in Japan. It is held in front of the Miyagawa River and Takayama Jinya. The Miyagawa Morning Market stretches about 350 meters from Kajibashi Bridge to Yayoibashi Bridge on the Miyagawa River that runs through the center of town, and features more than 60 stalls. On the riverbank near the street, stalls selling vegetables, fruits, pickles, spices, etc. are lined up, while on the other side of the street, there are shops selling mainly snacks, desserts, and handicrafts. In addition to handicrafts such as baby monkeys, Ittobori carvings, and Japanese accessories such as chopsticks, food and drinks made by villagers such as pudding, taiyaki, dumplings, Hida beef skewers, and coffee are also sold. (Opening hours: 7:00-12:00) 3. Located at the foot of the sacred mountain Hakusan, Shirakawa-go is one of the must-visit tourist destinations in Gifu. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this beautiful traditional village is the definition of picture-postcard beauty. Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village is the village with the largest number of Gassho-zukuri houses remaining. The name Gassho-zukuri literally means "like praying hands". Gassho Village will take you back to pre-modern Japan. Climb the Shirakawa-go observation deck to look out over the village and enjoy the views of a time gone by. Shirakawa-go is worth a repeat visit as it shows different faces with each passing season. From the magnificent cherry blossom season to the lush green summer, from the fiery autumn leaves to the quiet white winter, Shirakawa-go always has a spectacular charm. This is a mixed tour and participants come from all over the world.

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• For Rainy Days
• Spring Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

A swordsmith will teach you how to make Japanese knives using blacksmith techniques. Using the same material as Japanese swords, Tamahagane, the forged iron is shaped with a hammer. You can make your own clay holder and add a blade crest. Attach the blade, cut your name on it, and sharpen it to complete it. Although it is a physically demanding job, the swordsmith will be happy to assist you, so don't worry if you are not confident in doing the heavy lifting, such as children or women. You can take photos and videos while working! The trial fee is for one Japanese knife. You can also make one book for two or more people. In that case, please let us know how many people will be participating in the experience when making a reservation. If you are making a reservation for three or more, it will take a little longer. Please arrive with plenty of time to spare before the closing time. We may be able to move the start time forward, so please contact us.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

You will spend a whole day making a small scale attached to the Japanese sword. The material is the same as the Japanese sword, and the world's highest grade iron (tamahagane) is used. You can make a soil holder by yourself and insert a blade crest. Attach the blade, cut your name on it, make a scabbard, and sharpen it to complete it. Only at our studio can you experience making a small pattern and sharpening it. You will learn how to make a Japanese sword while working, and you will not know until you experience the work of striking iron to change its shape and create ripples, so I think it will be a great learning experience. We will proceed according to the ability of the person who will experience it, so there is no need to worry about minors and women. Photos and videos can be taken during production! The fee will be the experience fee for one Kozuka. Two or more people can make one. In that case, please let us know when you make a reservation. If you make a reservation for two or more, it will take about an additional hour for each one after the second one. Please join us with plenty of time before the end time. It is also possible to advance the start time, so please contact us. ★We have someone here who can explain things in English, so you don't need an interpreter.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 50
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Kayak After the experience, I want to learn a little more skill, enjoy more canoeing, and want to be able to go downstream . etc. If you are interested and want to practice, it is recommended. ※ own boat (your own Kayak If you do not have)) separately Rental Fee 3,000 yen It will be added.

• Age 4～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30 / 16:00 / 16:30

Make original works with an electric potter's wheel. With 500g of clay, you can make a cup or bowl.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 4～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Make original works with an electric potter's wheel. You can make cups and bowls with 1kg of clay.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity