13 Culture Memories of Kawaramachi Michelle Ishiki Kawaramachi, the neighborhood whered traditions of old Japan still linger on in the heart of Gifu City.
10 Activities Riding out to Ankoku-ji Michelle Ishiki Gifu Prefecture's only designated National Treasure, Ankoku-ji, is located in northern Takayama. A great destination for cycling,..
Area Gifu City Gifu City is a city of resilience, history and traditions; a territory desired by rival warlords during the quest to unify Japan, severely damaged by an earthquake in 1891, nearly destroyed in..
Culture Makomanai Takino Cemetery in Sapporo Michelle Ishiki In Sapporo, but far from downtown, you'll find Makomanai Takino Cemetery. This atypical cemetery has an eye-catching collection..
Accommodation Chisun Hotel Hiroshima Michelle Ishiki Chisun Hotel Hiroshima, centrally located in the downtown area, is a great place to stay if you're planning a visit to this..
6 Activities Sanbutsu-ji on Mt. Mitoku Michelle Ishiki What could have turned into a trip lowlight on Mt. Mitoku, turned into a memorable hike up to see the precariously located temple...
Nightlife Tejikara Fire Festival 2026 Mid Apr A must see festival if you're coming to Gifu in April. Dating back to the 18th century, the Tejikara Fire Festival at Tejikara..
Culture Daikon Hunting in Gujo Michelle Ishiki Getting a taste of the traditional countryside way of life in Gujo
