Nature

From the pristine clarity of the Nagara River to the soaring majesty of the Northern Japanese Alps, the thunderous cascades of waterfalls to valleys cloaked in vibrant hues, uncover Gifu's grand outdoors for yourself, captivating with every encounter.

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Streams of Refreshing: Shower Climbing at Kijiya Valley, Takayama

Beat the sweltering heat and humidity of summer with this invigorating, thrilling, and wildly popular seasonal activity! Bask in the wonders of the great outdoors as you soak in the waters and enjoy summer to your heart's content.

North Gifu

Summer Steps Onwards: Sawaaruki (River Trekking) Tour with Specialty OFF THE GRID COFFEE

Immerse yourself in the grand outdoors of Hida Takayama through this gentle, leisurely summer hike through sparkling clear waters, flowing over massive rocks formed from volcanic activity thousands of years ago.

North Gifu

Winter Steps Onwards: Snow Trekking Tour with Specialty OFF THE GRID COFFEE

Wander into the winter wonderland wilderness of Hida Takayama through this private trekking tour in snowshoes, with the great Hida Choshi Falls (named after its likeness, a choshi - sake bottle) in its semifrozen state, as a journey highlight.

North Gifu

Merging Lands, Bridging Lives: Kokufu E-bike Tour, Immersive Satoyama Scenery and Lifestyle Experience

Grab an e-bike and ride into a refreshing and exhilarating exploration of Japan's satoyama (areas where foothills and farmlands overlap) and the roots of its thriving. Swing by wellsprings before enjoying a delectable lunch of Hoba-zushi, a local Hida cuisine, at Sakurano Park.

North Gifu

Merging Lands, Bridging Lives: Miyagawa E-bike Tour at the Fountainhead of Takayama

Set forth on a thrilling e-bike adventure highlighting the very best of North Gifu's nature and tradition. Race towards the headwaters of the Miyagawa River and discover not only this fountainhead of Takayama, but also the regional way of life that preserves it.

North Gifu

Rustic Excellence: Leisure cycling at one of Japan’s most beautiful villages, Maze with handmade lunch at riverside deck

Nestled in the mountainous outskirts of Gero in Northern Gifu, lies one of Japan's most beautiful villages - the idyllic Maze (pronounced mah-zay) Village. Hop on an e-bike for a leisurely ride and take in its gorgeous sights of nature in abundance from stunning, soaring mountains, lush green forests, and the crystal clear waters of the Maze River, one of the top 100 waters of the Heisei Era.

North Gifu

Dynamic Magnificence: Hida-Osaka Falls E-biking Adventure

Cycle deep into the heart of nature, to witness the thunderous majesty of the Hida-Osaka Falls (the area with the most waterfalls in Japan), surrounded by spectacular gorges and vibrant, lush greenery as far as the eye can see in a landscape, and beauty sculpted from the elements and the eruption of Mount Ontake more than 54,000 years ago.

North Gifu

Ascending Cascades: Sawanobori (Japanese-style canyoning) Full Package – Adventure, Lunch & Pick-up in Maze, Gero

Wade through the crystal clear waters of the Maze River, a treasured part of one of Japan's most beautiful villages, before scaling the 21-meters-tall Fudo-myo-no-taki Falls through sawanobori. This course is best enjoyed in summer and recommended to those who love the grand outdoors, especially its stunning mountains.

North Gifu

Across the Land of Clear Waters: E-bike 1-Day Tour from Takayama City to Gujo Hachiman (approx. 90km)

Savor the lush greenery of Gifu's grand outdoors as you e-bike the approximately 90km course from Takayama City to Gujo Hachiman. There's also a chance of meeting the local wildlife on your way too!

Central Gifu

Across the Land of Clear Waters: E-bike 1-Day Gujo Hachiman Tour (approx. 30km)

Uncover the multifaceted beauty of Gujo Hachiman in this e-bike cycling tour that starts and ends at Gujo Hachiman Station. The course distance is about 30km.

Central Gifu

Across the Land of Clear Waters: E-bike 1-Day Tour from Gujo Hachiman to Gifu City (approx. 70km)

Take in the marvelous sights along the pristine Nagara River, one of the three clearest rivers in Japan, as you e-bike the approximately 70km course from Gujo Hachiman to Gifu City.