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Gifu Destination Guide

Discover Gifu in Japan

Gifu in the region of Gifu with its 397,714 habitants is a town located in Japan - some 166 mi or ( 267 km ) West of Edo , the country's capital .

Interactive map of Gifu

Local time in Gifu is now 12:11 PM (Tuesday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Tokyo " with a UTC offset of 9 hours. Depending on your flexibility, these larger cities might be interesting for you: Yokohama, Tsu, Edo, Takatomi, and Shizuoka. When in this area, you might want to check out Yokohama . We found some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you looking for some initial hints on what might be interesting in Gifu ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.


Videos

岐阜シティー・タワー43・岐阜駅前の新名所編

10:42 min by podwalkkinjo
Views: 3039 Rating: 2.33

金城ポッドウオークは名古屋を離れ、2007年10月13日にOPENしたばかりの岐阜の新名所、岐阜シティー・タワー43。2階の商業ゾーンから手作り子供服のSahonika、和菓子の緑水庵。4階の岐阜放送。展望室にあるスカイレストラン「forty three」を突撃取材しました。お楽しみください。 ..

The Squirrels at Gifu Castle Japan 金華山 りす

3:08 min by NightUlf
Views: 2013 Rating: 5.00

Here are a few pictures of the squirrels I met when visiting Gifu Castle, Japan. Back in January 2007. ..


ぎふ清流国体 2012 山岳競技・成年男子ボルダリング(北海道)

7:04 min by mk75c
Views: 1435 Rating: 5.00

2012年10月2日・・第67回ぎふ清流国体の山岳競技で成年男子ボルダリング団体競技の決勝戦が行われ、決勝2ラウンド目の4組による競技です。 北海道 (奥谷 和也 杉本 怜)の両選手 ..

YJ Seated Warm-up.mov

8:12 min by yogajourneys
Views: 1325 Rating: 5.00

A basic warm-up yoga sequence, filmed at a lookout point halfway up Kinka-zan in Gifu city, Japan. This is my first step into the world of yoga video-editing, so bear with some of the quirks (voiceove ..


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Interesting facts about this location

Kashimori Shrine

is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. From long ago, it has been considered a good place for married couples and children to go for good luck. One legend associated with Kashimori Shrine is that when Tenma, a mythical horse, landed behind the shrine, it left a hoof print in stone that can still be seen today. Each year, on April 5, the shrine hosts the Gifu Festival, along with Inaba Shrine and Kogane Shrine.

More reading: Wikipedia Article
Located at 35.42 136.76 (Lat./Long.); Less than 0 km away
Tags: Gifu, Gifu, Shinto shrines in Gifu Prefecture

Yanagase

Yanagase is a downtown covered shopping arcade that serves as the main shopping area in the city of Gifu in Gifu Prefecture, Japan.

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Located at 35.42 136.76 (Lat./Long.); Less than 1 km away
Tags: Buildings and structures in Gifu Prefecture, Gifu, Gifu, Visitor attractions in Gifu Prefecture

Kogane Shrine

Kogane Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. First built in 135, it has long been considered a place to pray for financial blessings. Because it is located near the city center, approximately 150,000 worshippers visit the shrine over the three-day New Year's period. On April 5, the shrine hosts the Gifu Festival with Inaba Shrine and Kashimori Shrine. The nearby Kogane Hall can be used as a communications place for the citizens of the city.

More reading: Wikipedia Article
Located at 35.42 136.76 (Lat./Long.); Less than 1 km away
Tags: Gifu, Gifu, Shinto shrines in Gifu Prefecture

Inaba Shrine

Inaba Shrine is a Shinto shrine located at the base of Mount Kinka in Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Originally, its name was written 稲葉神社, which is pronounced the same way. It is the main shrine that is celebrated by the city of Gifu in its annual Gifu Festival on the first Saturday of each April. Because of its size, it is a popular spot for hatsumōde and Shichi-Go-San.

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Located at 35.43 136.77 (Lat./Long.); Less than 1 km away
Tags: Gifu, Gifu, Shinto shrines in Gifu Prefecture

Bairin Park

is a city-supported park located in Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. In Bairin Park, there are a total of approximately 1,300 plum trees, which represent approximately 50 different varieties.

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Located at 35.42 136.77 (Lat./Long.); Less than 1 km away
Tags: Gifu, Gifu, Parks and gardens in Gifu Prefecture

Historical Weather

temperature and rainfall during the year in Gifu

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