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🏯 Discover Gifu – Japan’s Timeless Beauty in the Heart of Tradition

Located in central Japan, Gifu Prefecture is a captivating blend of historical charm, mountain scenery, and traditional culture. Our curated Gifu stock photos highlight the beauty of this underrated region — from snow-covered thatched villages to summer cormorant fishing on the Nagara River.

📸 Gifu Stock Photos Collection
Browse stunning images of Shirakawa-go, old samurai towns, scenic rivers, and seasonal festivals. Perfect for travel blogs, editorial projects, or anyone in love with authentic Japan.

📍 Top Attractions

🏘️ Shirakawa-go – A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its gassho-zukuri houses.
🌊 Nagara River – Famous for the centuries-old tradition of cormorant fishing (ukai).
🏯 Gifu Castle – Perched on Mount Kinka, with panoramic views of the city.
🏛️ Hida Takayama – A preserved Edo-era town with wooden buildings and morning markets.
❄️ Gero Onsen – One of Japan’s top hot spring resorts.

🛫 Access Gifu is easily reachable by train via Nagoya (30–60 minutes by JR lines), and from Tokyo or Kyoto via the Tokaido Shinkansen and local lines. Buses also connect major towns like Takayama and Shirakawa-go.

🛏️ Where to Stay Stay in traditional ryokan in Takayama or enjoy modern hotels in Gifu City. For a unique experience, spend the night in a gassho-style inn in Shirakawa-go.

🍱 Local Cuisine

🍜 Kei-chan Chicken – A miso- or soy-based stir-fried chicken dish, a local favorite.

🍢 Hida Beef – High-quality marbled wagyu from the region, best grilled or as sushi.

🍶 Gifu Sake – Brewed with pure mountain water and served at local izakayas.

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