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 Gifu Summary
Occupying an area of 10,596 square kilometers, Japan's Gifu Prefecture is situated in central Honshu Island in the middle of the so-called Japan Alps region.
The capital of the prefecture is Gifu, on the Nagara (Nagaragawa) River.
Gifu evolved from Inokuchi, the castle town of the Toki family during the Muromachi period (1333–1573).
www.bookrags.com /Gifu   (339 words)

  
 Hida-Takayama travel guide - Wikitravel
Takayama is the major transport hub of the Hida region.
Buses to and from the Oku-Hida Onsen Villages leave from the bus station adjacent to JR Takayama station.
Takayama is famous for its ramen noodles, cooked in miso stock with thin noodles.
wikitravel.org /en/Hida-Takayama   (1071 words)

  
 Tokyo Eye: Tokyo Travel Guide
Takayama is an intimate, leisurely place and even the very center of the town has a quiet, rustic charm.
At the end of the 16th century, Takayama Castle was established by the Kanamori clan and this was the origin of the present town and its culture.
Of these, the best known is the Takayama Festival, which takes place in spring and autumn and is considered to be one of the three most impressive festivals in Japan.
members.tripod.com /tokyo-i/dest_guide/hida/hida2.htm   (413 words)

  
 Takayama, Japan - The Town That Time Forgot
Takayama is a small town of 60,000 souls nestled in the "Japan Alps" in northern Gifu prefecture.
In olden days, Takayama was snowed in for most of the winter and that may be why the ruthless modernization that swept most of Japan had less of an effect here.
Takayama is world-renowned for two festivals that mark the alpha and omega of rural life.
www.intrepidtraveler.com /travels/takayama.html   (1144 words)

  
 Gifu - Wikitravel
Gifu (岐阜) [1] is the capital of Gifu prefecture, Japan.
Gifu is a station on the Tokaido main line between Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo.
Gifu Castle: Originally referred to as “Mt. Inaba Castle,” this castle was the residence of Saito Dosan, the Sengoku Period warlord.
wikitravel.org /en/Gifu_(city)   (1200 words)

  
 Travel guide for Gifu (prefecture) - Hostels, things to do, nightlife, tips, etc
Gifu prefecture (岐阜県 Gifu-ken; [1]) is a region in the central Chubu region of the main Japanese island Honshu.
Gifu's best-known speciality is hōba miso (ほうば味噌), a version of the ubiquitous Japanese bean paste grilled on a hōba leaf and served as a dip or for eating with rice as is. Sounds pretty simple, but the taste is exquisite.
Gifu is located about as far from the sea as physically possible in Japan, so this is one place where seafood is not prized.
paganel.eu /gifu_prefecture/index.html   (619 words)

  
 Japan Regional Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Gifu abounds with places of natural beauty, like Ena-kyo valley dotted with rocks and stones of fantastic shapes and the Gero hot springs dating back to about the 10th century as a popular watering place.
Gifu Park situated in the center of the city has a three-storied pagoda, the Nawa Insect Museum, and a landing stop for the Mt. Kinka-zan Ropeway on its approximately 200,000 square-meter compound.
Takayama Shrine's Gate and Examination House remain the way they were in the 19th century, the time of their renovation.
www.asia-planet.net /japan/gifu.htm   (3296 words)

  
 Takayama in Gifu prefecture, Japan
Takayama in the northern part of Gifu Prefecture is a castle town at the foot of Takayama Castle built in the 16th century.
In the spring the central shrine is Hie-jinja Shrine, and in autumn, the central shrine is Sakura-yama Hachiman-gu Shrine.
This is actually the center of the old town of Takayama and is still a living part of the city, despite its old buildings and quaint atmosphere.
www.yamasa.org /japan/english/destinations/gifu/takayama.html   (1522 words)

  
 Marimari.com : Japan - Gifu Prefecture, Takayama
Takayama, an old castle town called "Little Kyoto", lies in the ancient Hida District that is tucked away amidst the Japan Alps.
With its traditional inns, shops, and sake breweries, Takayama is a city that has managed to preserve its past.
Hida Folk Village is a 20 minute walk from Takayama station, or one can take the Hida-no- Sato bus from the bus station, which will take 10 minutes to reach the Village.
www.marimari.com /content/japan/popular_places/central/gifu1.html   (564 words)

  
 Cheap Hotels in Gifu Accomodation Gifu Hotels
Budget rates at Gifu hotels begin from as low as JPY 11550 from Best Western Hotel Takayama which is located at 6-6 Hanasato-cho, Takayama, Gifu, Japan 506-0026.
Hida Plaza Hotel Gifu is in the historical city of Hida Takayama and is located in the downtown Takayama.
Bed and breakfast in Gifu is often abbreviated as bandb in Gifu, b and b, b@b, b @ b.
www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk /Japan/Gifu   (862 words)

  
 Japan Omnibus - Sightseeing - Chubu Area - Japan Alps
The highlights of the boat trip on the river are the Tenryu-kyo gorge, with its green water and steep granite cliffs, and fish caught by the boatman and cooked for you there and then.
Takayama has been a wealthy and refined city since the late-16th century.
Gifu is also known for its paper crafts, especially chochin (lanterns), ougi (fans) and kasa (umbrellas).
www.japan-zone.com /omnibus/alps.shtml   (1470 words)

  
 Takayama Travel Guide
Takayama is a city in the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Prefecture, which has retained a traditional touch like few other Japanese cities, especially in its beautifully preserved old town.
Takayama gained importance as a source of high quality timber and highly skilled carpenters during the feudal ages.
The Takayama Festival, held in spring and autumn, is considered one of Japan's best festivals.
www.japan-guide.com /e/e5900.html   (210 words)

  
 Hida Takayama HP English
With the latticed bay windows and linked eaves of merchants' houses in Sanmachi Suji, the enduring historical temples and shrines of Higashiyama, and the reproduction of Hida's traditional mountain farming villages of sloped-roof houses at Hida Folk Village, the town itself could be called a sightseeing spot.
The Takayama festival held in spring and fall is known as one of the three most beautiful festivals of Japan (the other two are the Gion Festival of Kyoto and the Chichibu Night Festival of Saitama Prefecture).
When visiting Takayama, you can certainly savor the arts and culture of traditional craftsmen while enjoying the feel of the ancient city.
www.hida.jp /english   (134 words)

  
 Randy's 'Favorite Getaways in Rural Japan' p 4
Takayama, situated in a broad mountain valley, is well known as a traditional old feudal city that has maintained much of its charm and atmosphere.
This is a small farming village in the narrow Shogawa river valley deep in the heart of Gifu prefecture and mountainous Hida country.
From Takayama there is bus service (only 3 per day!) on route 158 west to Sho-kawa at the junction with route 156, where you change to the northbound bus from Nagoya -- they are scheduled to meet; total bus time is about 2.5 hours, but check that connection ahead of time.
www.ease.com /~randyj/rjjapan1.htm   (6848 words)

  
 Takayama, Gifu - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Nearby is the Sakurayama Nikkō Kan, an exhibit of 1/10th scale replicas of Nikkō's famous Toshogu shrine.
It has a 3-level pagoda and stands beside a gingko tree that is over 1,200 years old.
Ankokuji Temple and Storehouse is an ancient structure from 1408 that is recognized as a national treasure.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Takayama   (630 words)

  
 Gifu Hotels - Discount Gifu Hotels Reservations Save up to 70%
Home of the famous Takayama festival and the luxurious Hotel Associa Takayama Resort, Takayama is known as the cradle of Japanese traditions and culture.
Hotel Associa Takayama Resort has all of the amenities, facilities and levels of comfort you would expect from a hotel of this class, and maintains the meticulous standards required by travel and tour operators worldwide.
The Gifu Grand Hotel, Urban Resort Hotel, Gifu, Japan, is conveniently located in the midst of a quiet green area, and is completely insulated from the din of the city.
www.japaneselifestyle.com.au /city.php?city_eng_text=Gifu   (389 words)

  
 Takayama hotels : Washington Plaza Hotel Takayama, Takayama, Japan. Hotel description, reviews, deals from ...
Takayama hotels : Washington Plaza Hotel Takayama, Takayama, Japan.
Washington Plaza Hotel is located in the historical city of Takayama, just one minute walk from JR Takayama station.
Takayama has a charming, isolated mountain location, which has contributed to the survival of many unspoiled Edo period streets lined with tiny shops, museums, and eating places.
www.asiahotels.com /hotelinfo/Washington_Plaza_Hotel_Takayama   (198 words)

  
 SailorChibiMoon.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Takayama in Gifu prefecture is a famous attraction for its historical architecture.
Takayama is located in central Honshu north of Nagoya, west of Tokyo, and northeast of Kyoto.
Because of its elevation, the cherry blossoms fall in Takayama later than along the coast.
www.sailorchibimoon.com /info/exploringjapan/takayama.htm   (65 words)

  
 Gifu Hotels, Accommodation in Gifu
Prices at Gifu hotels start from as little as JPY 11550 from Best Western Hotel Takayama which is situated at 6-6 Hanasato-cho, Takayama, Gifu, Japan 506-0026.
5 star Gifu accommodation is available from JPY 24500 in Takayama at 1134Echigo-cho, Takayama, Gifu 506-0033 Japan with Associa Takayama.
If you're looking for 4 star accommodation in Gifu which represents excellent value, it can be found here from as low as JPY 18480 in Takayama situated at 2-60, Hanaoka-cho, Takayama-city, Gifu Pref., Japan Postal code : 506-0009 Tel : +81-577-33-4600 Fax : +81-577-33-4602 with Hida Hotel Plaza.
www.cheaperthanhotels.com.au /Japan/Gifu   (687 words)

  
 Takayama, A Traditional Japanese Town | TOPICS Online Magazine | ESL/EFL | Sandy and Thomas Peters
The buildings were originally built in the 16th century though they have gotten rebuilt several times.
You can have fun in Tokyo; it is a nice place, but a big city is always the same: tall buildings and busy people.
So, if you are tired of big cities, go to Takayama and relax.
www.topics-mag.com /edition11/takayama.htm   (277 words)

  
 Hotels in Gifu - Accomadation in Gifu - Guaranteed Best Rates !!
The lowest rates at Gifu hotels commence from only JPY 11550 from Best Western Hotel Takayama located at this address: 6-6 Hanasato-cho, Takayama, Gifu, Japan 506-0026.
For a 5 star luxury stay in the Gifu region, prices begin at JPY 24500 in Takayama at 1134Echigo-cho, Takayama, Gifu 506-0033 Japan at the Associa Takayama.
Green Tenryokaku Hotel is situated in the centre of the city and is only an 8-minute walk from JR Takayama Station.
www.cheaperthanhotels.com /Japan/Gifu   (664 words)

  
 Hotel Associa Takayama Resort -- Welcome!
Hotel Associa Takayama Resort is also the first hotel in Takayama to have its own hot spring bath.
A visit to this hotel resort will not be complete without a dip in its relaxing and magical hot spring baths!Owned and directly managed by Associa Hotels and Resorts (a subsidiary of Tokai JR railway company), this hotel resort is also intimately related to the internationally-acclaimed Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel, another gem of the group.
The hotel is located in the Takayama Highlands and is surrounded by deep forests and tall mountains.
www.associa.com /english/tky   (411 words)

  
 Gifu-ken Travel Forum - VirtualTourist.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
I need to get from Tokyo to Takayama, on friday, 14th of April.
Suggestions for a ryokan or minshuku in Takayama and Kananzawa?
Planning on visiting both Takayama and Kananzawa and was hoping that somebody could recommend a good ryokan or minshuku.
forum.virtualtourist.com /forum-1419-1-Travel-Gifu_ken-1-forum.html   (613 words)

  
 Hotels in - Hotels | Unterkunft
Takayama lies in the Hida district in the mountains of the Japan Alps and a must priority on any visit to Central Honshu.
Takayama has managed to retain its traditional charm with old-fashioned inns, shops and sake breweries.
The hotel is located in the centre of the city with convenient access to sightseeing spots such as Hida Folk Village, the main World Shrine and Fukui.
www.hotelsdeutsche.com /Japan/Gifu   (881 words)

  
 Tourists flock to see frozen waterfall - Asia Finest Discussion Forum
TAKAYAMA, Gifu -- A spectacular frozen waterfall is being lit up at night during a local tourism promotion festival.
The 64-meter-high waterfall in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, freezes over in winter.
Located close to the Okuhida hot spring area, the waterfall is lit up from 6 to 9 p.m.
www.asiafinest.com /forum/index.php?showtopic=65005   (166 words)

  
 Sun Members Takayama Timeshares - Gifu-Ken, JAPAN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The resort is located next to the Takayama Festival that occurs every spring and celebrates Japanese traditions.
The resort is not far from Mount Norikura, the Hirayu Hotspring Spa, Hakusan National Park and Chubu Sangaku National Park.
The information on this advertising site is provided by the individual property owner or through Stroman Realty, licensed Texas Real Estate Broker #0416282, located at 14500 Hwy 105 W, Conroe TX 77304.
www.timesharelink.com /S/Sun-Members-Takayama-6194.asp   (127 words)

  
 Gypsy Journal - ***Trip: Hida Takayama   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
3 friends and I took an early bus to Takayama this morning.
We nearly missed the bus because no one, the bus ticket people included, could tell where we were supposed to board the bus.
His likeness is on every single souvenir and I even brokedown and bought a little cell phone toy of smiling Sarubobo.
www.gypsyjournal.com /Chapter.asp?ChapterID=1102   (1029 words)

  
 Takayama Journal: A Small Japanese Alps Town (Denver`s Sister ...
Takayama Journal: A Small Japanese Alps Town (Denver`s Sister...
Being 10pm it was the last train of the night to pull into Takayama station.
Takayama, meaning `high mountain`, is a popular name in Japan, so, this town is known as Hida Takayama.
realtravel.com /takayama-journals-j1309239.html   (579 words)

  
 Hida Plaza Hotel Gifu Japan Reservation
Hida Hotel Plaza Takayama is conveniently located for sightseeing and shopping in Takayama.
The Hida Hotel Plaza Takayama offers 145 guest rooms, all of which are clean, tidy and well appointed.
Hida Hotel Plaza Takayama has all of the amenities, facilities and levels of comfort you would expect from a hotel of this class, and maintains the meticulous standards required by travel and tour operators worldwide.
www.balinicerate.com /hotels-reservation/hotels.php?id=7925   (194 words)

  
 Moving to Takayama - Kendo World Forums
Would like to know of any dojos in the area of Takayama or around Gifu.
Above are the results from the Kendo Nippon dojo search for Gifu prefecture.
Most dojo are not listed on the web, so the best thing to do is just ask around.
www.kendo-world.com /forum/showthread.php?t=12443   (342 words)

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