Nature and Scenery - Travel Gifu – Discover Local Gifu

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How to enjoy the Ena Gorge sightseeing boat | Prices, boarding points, and seasonal recommendations

The Ena Gorge Sightseeing Boat is the most up-close and relaxing way to experience the natural beauty of Ena Gorge in Ena City, Gifu Prefecture. The boat departs from the boarding point at the foot of the Ena Gorge Bridge, and on the 30-minute cruise you can enjoy the strangely shaped rocks scattered throughout the gorge and the spectacular scenery reflected on the calm lake surface. The impact of the cliffs and rocks seen from the water is completely different from the view from land, and...

Photographing the four seasons of Sakaori rice terraces | A guide to the breathtaking and relaxing rice terrace scenery

Sakaori Rice Terraces, located in Nakanokata-cho, Ena City, Gifu Prefecture, is a precious area of rice terraces where Japan's beautiful rural scenery remains intact along with the scenery of the four seasons. These rice terraces, which spread across the mountains of the Mino region, are traditional farmland built with stone masonry for over 400 years and have been selected as one of the "100 Best Rice Terraces in Japan." In early summer, when the rice terraces are covered with water, or when the golden…

Ena Gorge: Autumn Foliage and Sightseeing Boats | A Complete Guide to Stunning Autumn Scenery and Access

Ena Gorge, which spreads across Ena City, Gifu Prefecture, is a natural spot where you can enjoy the magnificent beauty of the valley, interwoven with strange rocks and clear streams, centered around an artificial lake created by the Oi Dam. It is known as one of Gifu Prefecture's leading tourist destinations, with beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, including cherry blossoms in spring, deep green in summer, autumn leaves, and snowy landscapes in winter. It is a great place to enjoy nature's beautiful landscapes up close...

Yamaoka's Giant Wooden Waterwheel | A photogenic landmark and surrounding sightseeing spots

At Yamaoka's Grandma Market and Yamaoka Roadside Station in Yamaoka-cho, Ena City, Gifu Prefecture, there is a huge wooden waterwheel that boasts the largest diameter in Japan. This waterwheel, which amazes visitors with its overwhelming scale of 24 meters in diameter, is a popular spot for tourists and photography enthusiasts as a symbol of local traditions and the blessings of nature. There is also a roadside station and a direct sales store for local products nearby, so you can relax and enjoy the view.