The Shirakawa-go settlement light-up event started on January 12 in the village of Shirakawa, Gifu Prefecture. The ...

As overtourism strains Japan’s major cities, Gifu Prefecture offers travelers a slower, more intimate way to experience the country’s culture.

Japan’s lack of public trash cans often surprises visitors, but cultural norms and safety concerns explain why travelers carry their trash all day.

Residents are suffering the effects of overcrowding and poor manners. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

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.

From helping with hospital visits to even being a playmate for board games, residents of Yagiyama district help one another ...

A flight of stairs in this central Japan city has become infamous on social media for its unsettling features including a ...

GIFU--Two hospitals in this central Japan prefecture believe that inpatients having their beloved dogs nearby could stabilize their physical and mental state and accelerate their recovery. So, ...

Caviar is one of the world’s top three luxury foods, along with foie gras and truffles, and is typically known as an imported product from Russia. Japanese people love the idea of putting plenty of ...

Nippon Ichi Software and FOG have revealed more gameplay details on Fuuraiki 4, showing how players will be able to explore Japan’s Gifu prefecture with a motorcycle in the upcoming adventure game ...

TOKYO and GIFU, Japan — After a few days in Tokyo, I was ready to trade the bright lights and chaotic streets for a breath of fresh air and quaint villages. My longing to relax and slow down is ...