Things to do in Gifu

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If you are visiting Hida Takayama, you will definitely see this doll! Why not try making a Sarubobo yourself? It is a full-fledged experience that starts with stuffing the body with cotton and then sewing it together with a needle and thread, and is fun for both children and adults. (For children, we ask that a parent or guardian help with the experience.)

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• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 07:30 / 08:30

Explore the traditional charm of Japan: Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go day tripHida TakayamaHida Takayama, in northern Gifu Prefecture, is known as the "Little Kyoto of Hida." The old streets from the Edo period remain, and walking around you will feel like you've traveled back in time. It is also recommended to stroll around the "Sanmachi" neighborhood in the center of Takayama and experience the atmosphere of the Meiji and Taisho periods. You will be amazed by the crafts that highlight the skills of Hida artisans. Be sure to try the local gourmet food! ・Must-check-in spot: Miyagawa Morning MarketThe morning market stretches for 350 meters along the banks of the Miyagawa River and features more than 60 stalls selling fresh vegetables and fruits, snacks, and exquisite crafts. The atmosphere here is vibrant.▼8:30 Meeting place: Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, west exit of Nagoya Station) Address: 5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015 *The bus departs on time. Please arrive with plenty of time (about 10 minutes before). Please cooperate by adhering to the meeting and departure times and departing on time.▼11:00 Hida Takayama (free walk and free lunch / 180 minutes) Takayama 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 majestic nature, including the Japanese Alps, Takayama is not only a wonderful 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 an entire day strolling through the old town, shopping for souvenirs at 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 enjoy tastings at the breweries. ▼15:00 Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village (120 minutes) 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 postcard-like beauty. Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village is the village with the most remaining Gassho-zukuri houses. The name Gassho-zukuri literally means "like praying hands." Gassho-zukuri Village takes you back to pre-modern Japan. Climb the Shirakawa-go observation deck, look out over the village, and enjoy the view of a time gone by. Shirakawa-go is worth a repeat visit as it shows different looks with the changing of the seasons. From the beautiful cherry blossom season to the lush summer, from the fiery autumn leaves to the quiet white winter, Shirakawa-go always has a spectacular charm. ▼17:00 Return to Nagoya Station and the tour ends. ▼19:30 Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, West Exit of Nagoya Station) Ends

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• Age 5～Age 80
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This is an experience facility in an old house in Takayama, located at the foot of Hie Shrine, the center of the Takayama Spring Festival. It is within walking distance from the center, making it ideal for sightseeing. Experience Japanese culture with a 40-minute pottery experience centered on the potter's wheel.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 08:30

Let's start today's fun journey▼8:30 Meeting place: Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, west exit of Nagoya Station) Address: 5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015 *The bus departs on time. Please arrive with plenty of time (about 10 minutes before). Please cooperate by adhering to the meeting and departure times and departing on time.▼11:00 Hida Takayama (free walk, free lunch / 180 minutes) Stroll through the old townscape Takayama 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 majestic nature, including the Japanese Alps, Takayama is not only a wonderful tourist destination in itself, but also a great base for sightseeing in the Japanese Alps and the surrounding Hida region. The Mimachi Building Preservation District, the heart of Takayama city, attracts tourists from all over Japan. You can spend an entire day strolling through the old town, shopping for souvenirs at 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 enjoy tastings at the breweries. ▼15:00 Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village (120 minutes) 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 postcard-like beauty. Shirakawa-go Ogimachi Gassho-zukuri Village is the village with the most remaining Gassho-zukuri houses. The name Gassho-zukuri literally means "like praying hands." Gassho-zukuri Village takes you back to pre-modern Japan. Climb the Shirakawa-go observation deck, look out over the village, and enjoy the view of a time gone by. Shirakawa-go is worth a repeat visit as it shows different looks with the changing of the seasons. From the beautiful cherry blossom season to the lush summer, from the fiery autumn leaves to the quiet white winter, Shirakawa-go always has a spectacular charm. ▼17:00 Return to Nagoya Station and the tour ends. ▼19:30 Nagoya Station (Ministop at the back gate of Bic Camera, West Exit of Nagoya Station) Ends

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• Age 0～Age 90
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

This is a day trip bus tour that departs and arrives at Nagoya Station. You can comfortably participate in popular spots that are relatively difficult to access by sitting on the bus. You will visit three old Japanese towns: Gujo Hachiman, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go. The staff can speak English, Japanese, and Chinese, so it is an easy tour to join not only for Japanese groups but also for friends from overseas. ~ Schedule ~ 08:20 Meet in front of the Nishi Police Box, Taiko-dori Exit, Nagoya Station ↓ 08:30 Depart ↓ Gujo Hachiman (stay for about 60 minutes) ↓ Takayama (stay for about 120 minutes, free meal) ↓ Shirakawa-go (stay for about 100 minutes) ↓ 19:30 Arrive at Nagoya Station * The itinerary may change due to road conditions. (In that case, there will be no refund.)

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• Age 13～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

The owner of a Japanese restaurant will demonstrate the technique of "decorative cutting" to add a touch of color to Japanese cuisine, and customers will have the opportunity to try out simple decorative cutting. He will also explain the types and uses of knives, which are essential to Japanese cuisine, and hope to have customers experience the four seasons of Japan created with knives. At the end, the customers will accompany the owner's dish with the decorative cutting they made, and enjoy the Japanese cuisine they created together.

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• Age 11～Age 80
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Go down the river with your friends! ! Fresh greenery in spring, playing in the river in summer, and autumn leaves in autumn. A 3-hour course full of fun for each season. There are many points that you can enjoy both in the morning and in the afternoon! It's sure to be a fun memory this summer! It's summer vacation for both adults and children! After the rafting is over, you can sauna in the tent sauna with just your friends! You can also do lowry. Bathing outside in nature at the base near the riverbed is the best!

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• Age 8～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

half-day Not enough! One day Maruto Rafting It is a recommended long plan for those who want to enjoy. Why not leave normal life, forget the flow of time and spend a day in the wilderness? Enjoy the leisurely nature! ! It is up to you to experience how much nature you can experience in a long time such as a day! ! Why don't you leave your body and mind with the boat to the flow of the river? !

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Go down the Wai Wai with your friends! ! Spring is fresh green, summer is river play, autumn is colored leaves. A three-hour course with lots of fun each season. There are many points that can be enjoyed in the morning and afternoon respectively! now Year It's a mistake to be a happy memory of summer! adult Summer holidays are good for kids too!

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• Age 6～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

Tesla rental car coconext. Enjoy the freedom of sightseeing in a 100% electric Tesla Model 3. Equipped with an autopilot function to reduce driving fatigue. Enjoy sightseeing to your heart's content! You don't need to charge the car when you return it, so you save time refueling and it's easy on your wallet! ~Schedule (example)~ 8:30 Meeting, procedure plan explanation, vehicle operation explanation, navigation destination setting etc. 9:00 Take departure model 3 and depart. Experience the driving and functions of cutting-edge electric vehicles. 9:00-19:30 Free time Free walk. 19:30 Return to the store (return) Check for forgotten items, vehicle check, additional settlement.

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• Age 6～Age 70
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Tesla rental car coconext. Drive a 100% electric Tesla Model 3 and visit Kyoto's famous places and local gourmet food! Equipped with an autopilot function to reduce driving fatigue. Enjoy sightseeing to your heart's content! You don't need to charge the car when you return it, so you save time refueling and it's easy on your wallet! ~Schedule (example)~ 8:30 Meeting, procedure plan explanation, vehicle operation explanation, navigation destination setting etc. 9:00 Take departure model 3 and depart. Experience the driving and functions of cutting-edge electric vehicles. 11:00 Arrive in Kyoto Stroll around central Kyoto (180 minutes) such as "Five-storied Pagoda", "Kiyomizu Temple", "Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine", etc. We recommend traveling by bus or train. 15:00 Arrive at Arashiyama Stroll around Arashiyama (120 minutes) such as "Togetsukyo Bridge", "Bamboo Grove Path", and "Torokko Train". 19:30 Return to the store (return) Check for forgotten items, vehicle check, additional settlement.

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• Age 6～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

Tesla rental car coconext. Drive a Tesla Model 3, a 100% electric car, and visit famous places and local gourmet in Hida Takayama, Gifu Prefecture! Equipped with an autopilot function to reduce driving fatigue. Enjoy sightseeing to your heart's content! You don't need to charge the car when you return it, so you save time refueling and it's easy on your wallet! ~Schedule (example)~ 8:30 Meeting, procedure plan explanation, vehicle operation explanation, navigation destination setting etc. 9:00 Take departure model 3 and depart. Experience the driving and functions of cutting-edge electric vehicles. 11:00 Arrive in Takayama Stroll through the old townscape (180 minutes) There are plenty of gourmet foods such as Hida beef sushi, Takayama ramen, and sake breweries. 15:00 Arrive at Shirakawa-go Stroll around the Gassho-zukuri village, a World Heritage site (120 minutes) such as the observation deck, Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine, and Deai Bridge. As an option, drop-off at Kanazawa Station is also possible. 19:30 Return to the store (return) Check for forgotten items, vehicle check, additional settlement.

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• Age 4～Age 99
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• 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.

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• Age 4～Age 99
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• 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.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1 Day or more

It is an eco-friendly EV auto campsite that spreads beside the Akigami River, which is a clear stream flowing from Mt. Ontake and upstream of the Kiso River. You can also fish and grab rock fish, amago, and trout born in clear streams! Enjoy with your family ☆ You can enjoy the view from the top on the hiking trail on the forest road. The stars in the night sky are also very beautiful. Please come to Hida Takayama Kurumi Land EV Auto Camping Ground surrounded by nature!

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 14:00

What is raft? Raft Translated literally Rafting And "Raft Going down. It is an outdoor sport to enjoy going down the torrent on a dedicated rubber boat. Rafting After all, the intensity that is said to be a natural roller coaster is attractive! ! The large rubber boat designed exclusively for the river going down together with the professional guide makes it easy to experience a downpour. Sometimes I swim in a relaxed flow, and because I have a foreign guide, I enjoy English conversation as a play. Sometimes I dive from the rock at one go, Adventure at the time of a flood Rafting Also held a long course of limited upstream start! !

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30

Raft means "a raft", and rafting literally means "going down a raft". It is an outdoor sport where you can enjoy going down torrents with a special rubber boat! The fun of rafting is, of course, the intensity of what is called a natural roller coaster! ! A large rubber boat exclusively for river rafting is used, and you can easily experience the torrent rafting with a professional guide! Sometimes you can swim in the slow flow, and sometimes you can dive from the rocks.When the water level rises, adventure rafting limited upstream start long courses are also held! !

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 14:00

What is raft? Raft Translated literally Rafting And "Raft Going down. It is an outdoor sport to enjoy going down the torrent on a dedicated rubber boat. Rafting After all, the intensity that is said to be a natural roller coaster is attractive! ! The large rubber boat designed exclusively for the river going down together with the professional guide makes it easy to experience a downpour. Sometimes I swim in a relaxed flow, and because I have a foreign guide, I enjoy English conversation as a play. Sometimes I dive from the rock at one go, Adventure at the time of a flood Rafting Also held a long course of limited upstream start! !

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 14:00

Participation is OK from 3 years old! Let's challenge rafting with parents and children! !! Let's board a raft boat and depart for a thrilling river descent ☆ It is safe even for the first time because it is done under the safety management of the guide! There is no doubt that you will be able to make many discoveries and many memories! During rafting, everyone can enjoy floating in the river and diving from the rocks. After rafting, let's enjoy eating barbecue ♪

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

Let's board a raft boat and depart for a thrilling river descent ☆ It is safe even for the first time because it is done under the safety management of the guide! There is no doubt that you will be able to make many discoveries and many memories! During rafting, everyone can enjoy floating in the river and diving from the rocks. * The course starts at 14:00

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Go down the Wai Wai with your friends! ! Spring is fresh green, summer is river play, autumn is colored leaves. A three-hour course with lots of fun each season. There are many points that can be enjoyed in the morning and afternoon respectively! now Year It's a mistake to be a happy memory of summer! adult Summer holidays are good for kids too!

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

A swordsmith will teach you the techniques of Japanese sword making and spend a whole day making a short sword with a blade length of less than 30 cm. During the experience, charcoal cutting, tamaheshi, tsutsubokashi, forging, unbending, fire making, soil placement, quenching, and blacksmith sharpening will be performed. The sword will then be registered and sharpened at a later date, and will be shipped to your home along with a registration certificate. If you select an option, you can also choose a Japanese sword such as a wakizashi (large) (small), katana, or tachi. Registration, packaging, and shipping fees are all included in the price. *Due to the Firearms and Swords Possession Control Act, the swordsmith will engrave the swordsmith's name on the sword. It is possible to engrave the participant's name as well. In addition, registration and sharpening are required, so it will take 6 to 9 months to deliver the sword. *The address, name, and phone number are required for the owner's details for the registration review and for shipping the finished product. If they are different from those registered with Activity Japan, please be sure to contact us here. If there is no contact, we will register and ship the sword as is. *If shipping overseas, please check for yourself whether the country can receive Japanese swords. In addition, export procedures, packaging fees, and shipping fees will be required separately. The amount varies depending on the country, so please contact us in advance. Payment will be made in cash on the day. *Damaged or scratched acrylic cases cannot be repaired, so please handle them carefully.

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• Age 11～Age 45
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

■Capacity: 4 people. Please contact us if you would like 5 people. Would you like to experience river swimming to enrich your life a little? ! Enjoy your time on the beautiful Nagara River! This plan is a plan that allows you to enjoy river rafting in calm or slightly strong currents using SUP! Why not take in the scenery that can only be seen from the river and have a wonderful time that you can't experience in everyday life? Both those who are new to SUP experience and those who have experienced SUP for the second time or later are welcome to join us. Pairs (couples, couples, friends, parents and children, etc.) are welcome to participate! *If there is space, you can do it alone! Even if it's your first time, it's okay because we'll do it in a place where the current is slow or non-existent! Guides provide solid support in small groups! You can participate with confidence ^^ *Children must be 11 years of age or older, or 5th grade or older to junior high school student or younger. High school students and above will be charged an adult price. ★About River SUP★ Abbreviation for SUP (Stand Up Paddle Boat) ^^ It is also said to be the prototype of a surfboard, and was originally a tool for playing in coves and the sea. Recently, the range of river play has expanded, and the Nagara River is also popular! A sense of balance is required at first, but it's also fun! It's sure to be fun if you start rowing with a special paddle!

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• Age 12～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00

Relax your mind and body with the monks in the spacious main hall of the temple! Chair seats are also available! (Starts at 8:00am, duration approximately 60 minutes) - Schedule - 1. Meditation overview 20-30 minutes 2. Meditation practice approx. 20 minutes 3. Feedback and advice 10-20 minutes *For those who would like a course that includes more detailed information on Buddhism and meditation and counseling tailored to each individual, we recommend a separate 90-minute course. The fee is 5,000 yen (tax included). Please call or visit the temple directly to inquire about this. *We also hold services (chanting sutras) from 7am. You are free to participate, so please feel free to come.

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• Age 20～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 13:50

The townscape of Udatsu, which was selected as a national traditional building preservation area. A series of merchant houses from Edo to the Meiji era, and the experience venue [Yamamotoya] is a 120-year-old townhouse from the Meiji era. I can't help but sigh in a different space that I can't imagine from the outside. An adult course where you can learn a little about the benefits of jasmine while carefully brewing jasmine tea, which has a relaxing effect in a calm place. Unlike ordinary tea, you can brew tea with a more free idea. A jasmine tea experience where you can feel the gorgeousness in the calm. Machiya-style coordination with Meiji tableware is also used for tea time! It is a tea experience docked in Japanese, Western and Chinese that you can experience in a townhouse in the Meiji era.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 13:30 / 17:30 / 19:30

At Dekonaru-za, the only permanent theater in Hida Takayama, you can see the original show "Double-sided inn" by local performers, which combines Japanese drums, shamisen, and Japanese dance. Nostalgia, power and excitement for adults. New and fun for children. There is no doubt that it will be great for foreigners. (English narration is available) In the mini experience program, you can enjoy Japanese culture through the "Japanese fan experience". Folding fan gift included Photographs and videos can be taken in the theater and during the performance. After the performance, you can take a commemorative photo with the performers. An indoor tourist facility equipped with air conditioning. Wheelchairs and strollers can be entered as they are because they are barrier-free.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Go down the Wai Wai with your friends! ! Spring is fresh green, summer is river play, autumn is colored leaves. A three-hour course with lots of fun each season. There are many points that can be enjoyed in the morning and afternoon respectively! now Year It's a mistake to be a happy memory of summer! adult Summer holidays are good for kids too!

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• Age 6～Age 90
• Within 1 hour

It is a petite training that takes only 5 minutes to go around the dark corridor. However, through this experience, you will be surprised at the movement of your own mind that you did not notice in your daily life. (Time required 5 minutes) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Brief explanation about the ordination platform tour 5 minutes ② Practice of the ordination platform tour 5 minutes

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• Age 6～Age 90
• Within 1 hour

Why don't you calm down and write in the main hall of a large temple? When it's done, it's all about the sense of accomplishment! (Time required 30-60 minutes) ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Brief explanation about sutras or Buddhas 10 minutes ②Sutras / Buddha practice 50 minutes

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• 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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