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Gifu Prefecture
Gifu, a city steeped in history and tradition, offers a captivating mix of cultural landmarks and natural beauty. Visit Gifu Castle, perched on top of Mount Kinka, for breathtaking views of the surrounding city. The historic Gifu Park offers peaceful strolls, while the famous Nagara River provides a tranquil setting for cormorant fishing, a traditional fishing method that dates back over 1,300 years. Gifu is also known for its unique "Hida beef," renowned for its marbled texture and rich flavour. A visit to Gifu blends fascinating history with modern relaxation, making it an unforgettable destination.
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Tours • From Nagoya
Shirakawa-go & Takayama Old Town Day Tour (Optional Hida Beef Lunch)
English guided
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★ 4.6
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US$ 46.29
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Tours • From Nagoya
Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Day Trip (Departing from Nagoya, optional observatory tour included)
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English guided
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★ 4.7
(2,778) • 50K+ booked
US$ 46.29
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Tours • From Nagoya
Nagoya Inuyama Castle & Tsumago-juku Full-Day Cultural Tour
English guided
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★ 4.6
(178) • 2K+ booked
US$ 49.45
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Tours • From Nagoya
Kokeizan Eiho-ji Temple + Oboke Gorge + Ena Gorge + Magome-juku & Tsumago-juku (From Nagoya)
English guided
Free cancellation
★ 4.7
(503) • 7K+ booked
US$ 46.49
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Cable cars • Takayama
Shin-Hotaka Ropeway Round Trip Ticket
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★ 4.7
(99) • 5K+ booked
US$ 24.55
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Tours • From Nagoya
Takayama & Fairytale Shirakawa-go World Heritage DayTour from Nagoya
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Private tour
English guided
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★ 4.6
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US$ 16.49
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Tours • From Kanazawa
Shirakawa-go & Gokayama or Hida Takayama Bus Tour (From Kanazawa)
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★ 4.8
(490) • 10K+ booked
US$ 90.59
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Tours • From Nagoya
Shirakawa-go, Takayama and Gujo Hachiman Day Tour from Nagoya
English guided
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★ 4.9
(71) • 1K+ booked
US$ 44.49
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Tours • From Nagoya
[Nagoya Fairy Tale World Shirakawa-go] Hida Takayama & Old Town Stroll & Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Day Trip (From Nagoya)
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English guided
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★ 4.7
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Tours • From Nagoya
Shirakawa-go Day Trip | Optional Direct Access to Observation Deck + Hida Takayama Old Town | Optional Premium Small Group Tour for up to 9 People, Hotel Pickup and Drop-off | Departure from Nagoya
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English guided
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★ 5.0
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US$ 49.45
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Tours • From Nagoya
Nagoya Inuyama Castle & Magome-juku Full-Day Cultural Tour
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(229) • 3K+ booked
US$ 47.55
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Tours • From Nagoya
Obara Shikizakura Festival & Korankei & Kokokusan Eihoji Temple Autumn Leaves Day Trip
Private tour
English guided
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★ 4.4
(34) • 800+ booked
US$ 57.05
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Transport in Gifu Prefecture
Rail passes • From Nagoya
JR Alpine-Takayama-Matsumoto Area Tourist Pass
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★ 4.8
(1,553) • 20K+ booked
US$ 155.19
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Free 3GB eSIM (worth JP¥1,200)
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Rail passes • From Takayama
JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass
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★ 4.8
(4,345) • 90K+ booked
US$ 127.95
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Rail passes • Ono District
Nohi Bus Center Takayama - Shirakawago Line Unreserved Seat Ticket
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★ 5.0
(2) • 500+ booked
US$ 17.75
Rail passes • Takayama
Okuhida Bus Ticket with Shinhotaka Ropeway
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★ 4.8
(676) • 10K+ booked
US$ 49.75
Car charters • From Nagoya
Customized Chartered car tour Nagoya/Takayama/Shirakawa
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★ 4.4
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Buses • From Tokyo
Highway Bus from Tokyo to Takayama
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★ 4.5
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US$ 38.00
Buses • Osaka
Highway Bus from Osaka to Takayama
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★ 4.8
(24) • 600+ booked
US$ 32.30
Car charters • Takayama
Nagoya Private Car Charter
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★ 4.4
(57) • 700+ booked
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Car rentals • Kakamigahara
Gifu car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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Buses • Takayama
Hida Folk Village Round-Trip Bus & Admission Ticket from Takayama
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★ 4.3
(6) • 100+ booked
US$ 6.35
Buses • From Gifu
Gifu & Nagoya Access Ticket [Takayama Departure]
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US$ 22.39
US$ 40.19
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Hotels • Takayama
Hida Takayama Onsen Takayama Green Hotel (KEIO GROUP HOTELS)
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Reviews of Gifu Prefecture activities
Klook User
2026-08-29 11:22:12
Fantastic 5.0
Bara San was very helpful and informative. I had 90 minutes and takayama which was sufficient for browsing the morning markets, getting a few snacks and trying the sake gacha and testing. I had 90 minutes at shirakawago which was very rushed due to booking the lunch experience. in my opinion skip the lunch for an extra 40 minutes in shirakawago, much more worth it, there are shops selling snacks in the village anyways. All in all a beautiful place to visit. Tour guides and bus driver were pleasant, knowledgeable and responsible. Would recommend for first timers.
Yip *******
2026-08-26 17:36:52
Fantastic 5.0
This was my first time joining a Klook one-day tour to famous Japanese attractions. The meeting time was neither too early nor too late, and the location was easy to find. However, on these tours, participants don't know each other, so I believe it would be fairest if the tour guide or your company assigned specific seats to each member in advance. On the day of our tour, we arrived 30 minutes early, checked in with the guide, and learned the tour bus hadn't arrived yet. Since there were so many people, we waited elsewhere, which unfortunately led to us boarding the bus very late and ending up almost at the back. As for the schedule, the time spent at each attraction was acceptable. The tour guide was very responsible, recommending popular must-try products and even planning a route for Shirakawa-go for our reference.
Greje *******
2026-06-13 10:38:31
Fantastic 5.0
Shirakawa-go and Takayama Tour is one of the best tours you can get in Nagoya. The tour consists of going to Takayama with some guided excursions. The orientation while inside the bus with the maps provided by the guide was enough for us to be well-guided with the best places to go in Takayama and Shirakawa-go. This tour provided observation deck access, which allowed us to take pictures and buy souvenirs. The tour in Takayama is one of the best tours we had since we were able to roam freely. In Shirakawa-go, we were also able to roam freely.
Pui *************
2026-05-04 07:00:57
Fantastic 5.0
Since these locations are over two hours from Nagoya by car, it is definitely worth joining a local tour. The guide was excellent—responsible, well-organized, and provided plenty of free time, which was more than enough for the visit. I loved the first stop the most, it is well worth the trip.
The 'Silver Clock' meeting point is very easy to find, and the maps and suggestions provided by the guide were detailed and easy to follow. They also set up WhatsApp and WeChat groups to ensure seamless communication throughout the day.
Diana *******
2026-09-03 08:48:20
Fantastic 5.0
Really impressive itinerary and plenty of time in every location. Weather was a bit rainy, but it made the atmosphere iven more special. Enjoyed it a lot! Guide Han is super nice and gave plenty of information about the places we are visiting but also about Nagoya.
Inah *******
2026-08-30 07:46:55
Fantastic 5.0
this was one of the highlights of my trip. three locations in one day. Shirakawago was stunning even during summer. Takayama considered the "little Kyoto" gave a peaceful vibe as well as the famous waterway at the Gujo Hachiman. I really enjoyed this whole day trip. Our guide, Ritsuki was very friendly and accommodating. Kudos 👏🏻 💐
Usuario de Klook
2026-05-03 01:27:51
Fantastic 5.0
Tour was amazing, our guide Kana was super friendly and provided all the info in advance while on the way, so when you arrive you already know what to prioritize and have a map to go around easily. tour starts early but then, when you arrive, is not that crowded which is nice. Better to follow her recommendation and go to the observatory first, when I went after arrival was almost empty but one hour later it was super full and it continued like that the rest of the day. Lunch was great and nice opportunity to try a traditional lunch. Both places were honestly breathtaking and we were super lucky to have a super sunny day. Bus was also great and it honestly felt nice to not have to check 10 times the public info for transport to make sure I was going in the right direction :) . Overall I think the experience is definitely worth it if you are in the area!
Ni ********
2026-06-08 22:44:34
Fantastic 5.0
The meeting point was easy to find, and the tour guide managed the time perfectly, with all group members being punctual. The itinerary was well-planned, and travel times weren't too long, with stops at rest areas, making it very suitable for older travelers. The attractions weren't overcrowded, resulting in a high-quality travel experience.
Ryan *******
2026-05-12 17:42:29
Fantastic 5.0
Cici was a great guide, she was fluent in 3 languages, she gave us freedom to follow her around or to explore by ourselves. Felt a bit rushed in gujo hachiman, but the rest felt we had much much spare time to explore. Going with a tour like these is way cheaper than going by yourself.
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