JAPAN
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 particular hike was a perfect amateur level hike. Good enough to get the blood going but not outrageously difficult. My tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and an absolute delight to spend the day with. I would even do this same hike again with a guide. 10/10 would recommend”
Guided 9 km Nakasendo walk from Magome to Tsumago in Kiso Valley, with bus, entry fees, and a local guide.
“A really enjoyable, relaxed and beautiful walk throughout a historically and naturally significant area. Our guide, Ryo, could not have been more kind, friendly and good company. Very grateful to him for a lovely family experience.”
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.
“This class was very fun and entertaining. The hosts are wonderful! The location is a bit off the beaten track but well worth the effort to find.”
A private, government-licensed Nakasendo day hike from Magome to Tsumago with local stories, free stops, and smart pacing.
“My son and I recently hiked the Nakasendo Trail and while it’s a journey that can certainly be done independently, having Yoshi as our guide truly transformed the experience into something unforgettable. From the very first moment, Yoshi broRead more”
Morning cycling in Hida Furukawa: small group, mostly flat 12 km ride, local market stops, tea/snacks, and English-speaking guides.
“Lovely relaxed morning ride through Hida Furakawaregion learning about local farming, cultures and wildlife. Our guide Nanami was so engaging and passionate in sharing knowledge about local plants and wildlife. She was super organised iRead 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.
“Our half day trip to Shirakawago from Takayama was a memorable experience. We arrived well before the crowds that appeared later in the day and were treated to an enchanting snow covered village that was a privilege to visit. Our guide, Read more”
Authentic Mino Kabuki in a historic Gifu theater: museum stops, face painting, kimono dressing, and a guided mini performance in 5 hours.
“My wife, some friends and I went on this tour. It was a great experience to have your face painted like a kabuki performer. But it didn’t end there. Next was wearing traditional kabuki clothing and doing a performance on the kabuki stRead more”
