SIGHTSEEING A LITTLE FAR Slightly further away from the hotel
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Gifu Kakamigahara Air and Space Museum
It is one of the largest museums in Japan that focuses on aircraft, and has many exhibits that can only be seen here, including items that were directly used in research and development.
Access Approximately 40 minutes by car -
Oasis Park
A leisure facility accessible from both the general road and the expressway. There is a large Ferris wheel, as well as many restaurants and shops that families, friends, and couples can enjoy.
Access Approximately 40 minutes by car -
Aqua Toto Gifu
The aquarium covers the Kiso River and Nagara River from their source to their mouth, and features freshwater fish from around the world, from familiar freshwater fish to giant freshwater fish from around the world.
Access Approximately 40 minutes by car -
Sanshu Seki Cutlery Museum
The manufacturing process of knives and Japanese swords made in Seki City is displayed using actual items. There is also a Japanese sword forging workshop, where you can observe swordsmith Fujiwara Kanefusa forging a Japanese sword up close.
Access Approximately 30 minutes by car -
Ogaki Castle
This castle was the base for the Western Army during the Battle of Sekigahara. It was burned down during the war in 1945, but was rebuilt in 1959.
Access Approximately 45 minutes by car -
Kisosansen National Park
The largest national park in Japan, spanning Aichi, Gifu, and Mie prefectures, is a park that makes use of the vast, rich natural environment where the Kiso River, Nagara River, and Ibi River flow.
Access 40 minutes by car -
Nabana no Sato Flower Park
A flower theme park. A wide variety of flowers are displayed in the spring flower festival, cosmos and giant dahlias in the fall, and winter illuminations in the winter.
Access Approximately 90 minutes by car -
Nagashima Spa Land
Amusement park, hot springs, pool. A resort complex that everyone can enjoy. There are about 40 kinds of attractions. A jumbo seawater pool opens in the summer.
Access Approximately 90 minutes by car -
Yoro Park and Yoro Falls
This vast natural park was opened in 1880. Yoro Falls, located within the park, is 30m high and 4m wide, and is known as one of Japan's 100 best waterfalls and 100 best water sources.
Access Approximately 60 minutes by car -
The site of Reversible Destiny-Yoro
This is modern art that you can appreciate by moving around and experiencing the work. You will encounter unexpected and nostalgic scenery, as well as various other happenings.
Access Approximately 60 minutes by car -
Sekigahara Battlefield
The setting of the "Decisive Battle of Sekigahara." A stone monument has been erected at the site of the historic battle between the Eastern Army led by Tokugawa Ieyasu and the Western Army led by Ishida Mitsunari.
Access Approximately 60 minutes by car -
Mt. Ibuki Driveway
In addition to being able to appreciate seasonal flowers such as alpine plants and autumn leaves, you can also enjoy a grand panoramic view overlooking Shiga and Gifu prefectures.
Access Approximately 70 minutes by car -
Tanigumisan Kegonji Temple
Affectionately known as "Tanigumi-san," this is the 33rd temple of the Thirty-Three Kannon Temples of the Western Provinces. It is a popular spot for viewing cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves in the fall.
Access Approximately 40 minutes by car -
Neo Usuzumi Sakura, a national natural monument
Located in Usuzumi Park is a huge Edohigan cherry tree that is over 1,500 years old. Many tourists visit every year during the flowering season.
Access Approximately 50 minutes by car -
Meiji Mura
An open-air museum where you can experience the architecture, lifestyle and culture of the Meiji period. Many buildings from that time have been relocated here, and you can also enjoy gourmet food and a steam locomotive ride.
Access Approximately 70 minutes by car -
Inuyama Castle
Inuyama Castle stands on a cliff about 40 meters above sea level on the south bank of the Kiso River, and its castle tower is said to be the oldest surviving castle tower in the country.
Access Approximately 50 minutes by car -
The Little World Museum of Man
An open-air ethnic museum. The lifestyles and architecture of the world's ethnic groups are on display, and you can also rent ethnic costumes and try out local cuisine. You can enjoy a trip around the world in one day.
Access Approximately 60 minutes by car -
Gifu World Rose Garden
One of the world's largest rose gardens. A wide variety of roses are planted here, from native species and old roses to the latest varieties from Japan and abroad.
Access Approximately 60 minutes by car -
Japanese Taisho Village
An open-air museum with a Taisho period theme. Why not take a leisurely stroll through the nostalgic streets that will transport you back in time to the Taisho period?
Access Approximately 120 minutes by car -
Gero Hot Springs
It has been one of Japan's three most famous hot springs since the Edo period. The spring quality is alkaline simple spring water, and it is characterized by its unique smooth feeling on the skin.
Access Approximately 120 minutes by car -
Magome and Tsumago
Post towns on the Nakasendo road. Magome, with its rows of traditional houses along a gentle slope, and Tsumago, which retains a strong sense of the Edo period.
Access Approximately 120 minutes by car -
Mino, the town of Udatsu
The old townscape with its Suikinkutsu (one of Japan's 100 Soundscapes) and Udatsu lanterns conveys the prosperity of the Edo period. At Mino Washi no Sato Hall, you can also see and experience hand-made paper.
Access Approximately 40 minutes by car -
Seki, the town of cutlery
A town of cutlery with over 700 years of tradition. You can enjoy cormorant fishing in Oze, which continues to this day with over 1,000 years of history, and there are also many famous eel restaurants.
Access Approximately 40 minutes by car -
Gujo Hachiman and Gujo Castle
It is famous for the Gujo Dance, which has been sung and danced in the castle town for 400 years, sweetfish cuisine, and the spring water "Sougi-sui."
Access Approximately 60 minutes by car -
Hirugano Plateau
A plateau area located at an altitude of 900m in Gujo City
Access Approximately 90 minutes by car -
Takayama - Takayama Festival
Takayama Festival is one of the three most beautiful festivals in Japan, with 11 gorgeous floats lined up in the downtown area on the north side of Yasukawa Street, creating a magnificent sight that has been dubbed the "moving Yomeimon Gate."
Access Approximately 120 minutes by car -
Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go
The area is lined with Gassho-style houses built by people living in areas with heavy snowfall, and some of the oldest houses are over 400 years old.
Access Approximately 120 minutes by car -
Nagoya Castle
A popular spot where you can meet Nagoya's hospitality warlords. The three gates and turrets that escaped fire during air raids, as well as the paintings on the walls of the Honmaru Palace, are designated as Important Cultural Properties.
Access Approximately 70 minutes by car -
Tokugawa Art Museum
This museum houses over 10,000 items, known as "daimyo tools," including the belongings of Tokugawa Ieyasu, as well as those of his successors, including the founder, Yoshinao (Ieyasu's ninth son).
Access Approximately 80 minutes by car -
Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
One of the largest aquariums in Japan. You can see killer whales and emperor penguins, which are only kept in two facilities in Japan.
Access Car: Approx. 60 minutes
