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

A company called Terra Drone writes that it has signed an agreement with Ishinomaki City in Miyagi Prefecture to use drones equipped with bear-repellent spray.

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

SAKAHOGI, Gifu Prefecture—College students here restored a Mercedes-Benz ladder truck and took it on its first drive in more ...

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

Japanese official data released Tuesday showed that Chinese visitors to Japan in December 2025 totaled around 330,000, ...

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Japan's Gifu Prefecture offers a quieter travel experience away from the overtourism of major cities like Tokyo and Kyoto. Located two hours from Tokyo by bullet train, Gifu is known for its charming ...

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

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