GIFU--Once occupied by Japan’s most powerful warlord, Gifu Castle now plays host to visitors eager to explore the iconic fortress, meet samurai warriors and shoot arrows--virtually, that is. The ...

Early autumn, when autumn flowers are in full bloom and the rice fields shine gold.　　　　In Ena City, Gifu Prefecture, there is ...

Temperatures surged to the 40-degree range in central Japan on July 21 for the first time in Japan this year, as the nation continued to bake following the end of the rainy season. Gujo, Gifu ...

Explore the beauty and tradition of Japan with a trip off the beaten path to its Gifu prefecture. Located in the central part of Japan, the area is known for its rich historical and cultural heritage.

I visited the Gifu-Kakamigahara Air and Space Museum in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture. There are over 50 aircraft on ...

The park was built to highlight the magnificent Usuzumi Zakura, a state-designated natural monument that is one of Japan’s “three great cherry trees.” It is thought to be over 1,500 years old and to ...

GIFU -- The Gifu Municipal Government will start providing free accommodation to five new drivers of fixed-route buses each year from April in a bid to alleviate a serious driver shortage, officials ...