Gifu (prefecture) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
prefecture of Japan
About Gifu (prefecture)
The self-proclaimed "Heart of Japan", the prefecture was once two separate provinces; Hida Province in the north and Mino Province in the south. The defining feature of Hida Province is the northern stretch of theJapan Alps, making it a prime destination for three popular Japanese pastimes:hiking,skiingandhot springs. The elevation of the western mountains combined with its shared weather patterns with the coastal Hokuriku Region means the area gets a lot of snow in the wintertime. While snow can make things difficult for residents, it is quite appealing to those in Kansai and the Tokai region where snow is rare. The former Mino Province in the southern part of the prefecture is home to many former castles and historic sites. The Nakasendo trail cuts through the entire region from on its
Gifu (prefecture) Travel Guide Sections
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