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Japan's classics.
The 9 most popular gifu prefecture tours in Japan. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Private morning cycling in Hida-Furukawa: 22 km through satoyama, rice paddies, and folk houses with a local guide and included snacks.
“Excellente activité que nous conseillons à 100% 🤩.”
Walk the Nakasendo Trail from Magome to Tsumago on an 8 km day hike with a government-licensed English guide, Edo-era streets, and great photo stops.
“This was a truly amazing experience that I would recommend to any and everyone. Our tour guide Matt was knowledgeable about the history of the Nakasendo trail and the area in general. He customized our tour to ensure we wRead more”
Guided 9 km Nakasendo walk from Magome to Tsumago in Kiso Valley, with bus, entry fees, and a local guide.
“Our guide Moto made this trip exceptionally interesting, fun, and memorable. We learned a lot from him about the trail's history and about regional culture. We enjoyed breathtaking mountain views and forested paths, and we savored the delicious meal and special treats Moto introduced along the way.”
Make your own Damascus-style kitchen knife in Seki, Gifu. Private 5-hour class with polishing, engraving, lunch, museums, and a souvenir.
“If you have any interest in knives at all, or simply wish to experience the practice that’s been ongoing at this location for over 100 years, this experience is a must. Even though I was late, the three people I met (Hiro, Sumi, and Yoshi) were supRead more”
Forge a Damascus knife in Gifu, test it on fresh veggies, and learn sharpening skills, with museum and factory visits.
“it was such a wonderful experience, it was the highlight of the trip and it’s worth every penny! yoshi and sumi were such gracious host and made the workshop incredibly enjoyable. we made a detour just to come back for this workshop and iRead more”
A private, government-licensed Nakasendo day hike from Magome to Tsumago with local stories, free stops, and smart pacing.
“If we could give more stars we would. Our guide Yoshi was superb and gave us a great insight to the history of the area. We loved the beauty of the area and would love to do it again.”
Morning cycling in Hida Furukawa: small group, mostly flat 12 km ride, local market stops, tea/snacks, and English-speaking guides.
“A professional set up with great customer service. Nanami was a really super guide (very cheerful and friendly), even in the pouring rain! We saw plenty of countryside and learned lots. They provided full waterproofs for anyone who needed. Read more”
See Shirakawa-go’s UNESCO gassho-zukuri houses from Takayama on a small half-day tour with pickup, an English guide, and smart stops.
“Esperienza molto bella, spiegazione molto chiara e profonda anche nei più piccoli particolari. la consiglio vivamente a tutti....”
Authentic Mino Kabuki in a historic Gifu theater: museum stops, face painting, kimono dressing, and a guided mini performance in 5 hours.
“The staff were very kind and welcoming. The premises are very old, and we were given an explanation and a tour of the stage and backstage area. I was able to try on a beautiful kimono from their extensive collection and strike a few poses Read more”
