Things to do in Gifu

• 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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• 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 10～Age 83
• Over 6 hours on the day

"Experience forging - a traditional craftsmanship" You can try hammering, filing with a gold rasp, sharpening and quenching processes. You might be excited to see how a piece of metal reborn as a knife. It is a great opportunity to experience a traditional craftsmanship.​ ​

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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 10～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Iron is a human invention. People have walked with iron, as it is said, "Whoever controls iron controls the world." A Japanese sword cannot be made good unless it is made of iron using the traditional ironmaking method. With this plan, you can experience making iron from iron sand using the traditional iron-making method. Repeat the work of cutting charcoal into small pieces and adding iron sand to determine the "steel" part from the finished lump "kera". You can take the finished product home with you. ★We have someone here who can explain things in English, so you don't need an interpreter.

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• 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.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 13:30

Nobata tea shop is Meiji 13 Year Set up a store in Hida Takayama, which continues from the Sun It is a specialty store of Honcha. Sun Even though it is called main tea, the type varies, and the characteristics change depending on the production area, cultivation method, and manufacturing process. The tea that Nobata tea shops handle has a thin, elongated shape, tea leaves with luster and is fragrant, with a pale yellowish bluish color Wed Including the "Fuji no Yabu Kita", which features color, elegant sweetness and moderate astringency, it has a mellow and distinctive deep taste and fragrant feature local Gifu We deal with tea of various places mainly on tea leaf which is famous as two major brands of "Bidoku Bicha" and "Mino Shirakawa Tea" which are produced in the prefecture.

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• In Door Activity

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

Nagara River upstream of before Tanigawa is the valley of the flow of the clear stream. Large monolith there is, or slide down the natural slider made of rock while becoming the unique valley in dripping wet, Dari jumped from the rock, is a swim anymore Waya! !

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• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

Tours are the most fun and the funniest way to play around! It will be held in an area where even elementary school students can enjoy safely. At "Asobiya" in Nagaragawa, Gifu Prefecture, you can experience rafting where you can enjoy the thrilling fun. Rafting, which is gaining popularity in Japan these days, looks like an ordinary leisure sport in which 7 to 8 people go down a river in a large rubber boat. It is an active sport where you can enjoy the thrill and exhilaration. In rafting, we wear special life jackets, helmets, wet suits, and wet jackets, and we have professional staff to ensure that you can enjoy rafting safely, so please do not worry. In addition to rafting, the Asobiya has a full range of hot spring facilities and eating and drinking facilities, as well as a restaurant and resting room, so it is recommended to heal your tired body. Asobiya is a popular facility with many repeaters and tours due to its long track record. If you are "interested in rafting" or "want to try", please come to Asobiya Rafting in Nagaragawa, Gifu Prefecture!

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• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

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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• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 69
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

Hida Takayama: Stroll through the old townscape and enjoy Hida beef and Takayama ramen. Miyagawa Morning Market: Visit one of Japan's three largest morning markets and buy fresh produce and crafts. Shirakawa-go Gassho Village: See the World Heritage village and enjoy its natural beauty and traditional architecture. Luo Ren Cafe: Experience an old Gassho-style house featured in One Piece and enjoy some red bean porridge. *You can also visit the Shirakawa-go observation deck.

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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
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00

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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• In Door Activity
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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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• In Door Activity
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• Age 3～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30

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 ♪

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30

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.

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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

An experienced guide will guide you, giving top priority to your child's "fun!"! Together with the guide, let's go down the Nagara River together! At points where the current is slow, you can float with the help of a life jacket, or try diving from a rocky place. The possibilities are endless. Enjoy the clear waters of the Nagara River down to the bottom! It is guaranteed that you will make many discoveries and many memories! *This course departs in the afternoon.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

An experienced guide will guide you, giving top priority to your child's "fun!"! Together with the guide, let's go down the Nagara River together! At points where the current is slow, you can float with the help of a life jacket, or try diving from a rocky place. The possibilities are endless. Enjoy the clear waters of the Nagara River down to the bottom! It is guaranteed that you will make many discoveries and many memories! *This course ends in the morning.

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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
• Over 6 hours on the day

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
• 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.

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• 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.

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• In Door Activity

• 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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• For Groups
• For Family

• 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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• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• 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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• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• 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 ♪

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• 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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