Top Gifu Prefecture Outdoor Activities

Avoid the stress of navigating remote mountain roads and infrequent public transport service with this bus tour to Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Ainokura from Takayama. Visit the UNESCO-listed villages, known for their unique gassho-style houses, with a guide who shares insights into local history, food culture, and traditions that you'd miss on your own.

Experience the untouched beauty of mountain streams on this immersive river trekking tour in Takayama. Guided by certified experts from the Japan Mountain Guides Association, you’ll explore landscapes created by the eruption of the volcano while learning about the deep mountain culture that forms the roots of life in Takayama. One highlight of the tour is enjoying hand-dripped coffee, brewed using fresh spring water collected during the trek by a professional barista—an authentic taste of nature’s gifts. A locally sourced lunch of fresh sandwiches and soup is also included. Centered around the theme of “water,” this tour is ideal for adventure seekers, nature lovers, and culturally curious travelers who want to reconnect with the land and its traditions.

Avoid the risk of getting lost in the Japanese Alps when you take a private day hike with a guide. Enjoy a beginner-friendly hike along the Nakasendo Trail between two traditional villages, Magome and Tsumago. Learn more about Japanese history and culture from your guide, and enjoy getting some exercise in the beautiful landscape.

Follow in the footsteps of a real-life ninja during an authentic samurai and ninja experience in Takayama. This hands-on experience is more immersive than visiting a museum, as it allows you to don a costume and try your hand at moves during a training session—it’s ideal for kids and adults alike.

Get a taste of the ancient Nakasendo Trail that runs between Kyoto and Tokyo on a guided five-hour walk through the Kiso Valley. Walk between two scenic medieval towns without the risk of getting lost as your guide will keep you on the right path. Learn more about local culture and traditions while enjoying the landscapes along the way and getting some exercise.

Escape tourist hotspots and spend a day exploring the local culinary scene in Hida. As it’s a guided tour, you won’t have to worry about getting lost, and can concentrate on the delicious food. Try multiple local specialties such as miso, beef croquettes, Japanese sweets, and tea. A highlight is visiting a sake brewery to learn about sake production and enjoy sake tastings.

Step into one of Japan's most timeless landscapes on a private day tour from Takayama. Walk through Shirakawa-go's UNESCO World Heritage village with your own English-speaking guide, step inside centuries-old thatched farmhouses, and take in panoramic views from above the valley. No coach crowds, no fixed pac. Just your group, your guide, and a village that has changed little in 300 years.

This facility is where visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Japan and the role of the ninja? Ninja Cafe Takayama is a facility that both adults and children can enjoy. Please visit us when you come to Nagoya, Gifu or Takayama.

This facility is visitors can have an authentic samurai/ninja experience in the conveniently located historical city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. The store displays historical helmets, swords, and tea utensils that are important for learning about old Japan. Why don't you don a ninja costume, experience authentic ninja training, and learn about the natural history of Japan and the role of the ninja? Ninja Cafe Takayama is a facility that both adults and children can enjoy. Please visit us when you come to Nagoya, Gifu or Takayama.

Step into the forest and experience nature from a completely different perspective—high above the ground. This tree-top adventure lets you climb, balance, and move between trees on exciting obstacle courses set in the beautiful Takayama countryside. It’s a perfect activity for those looking to create unforgettable memories in Japan!! The duration of this activity depends on your physical fitness. It typically takes just under an hour for the average person, but participants who take too long may be asked to withdraw partway through. Please review the following precautions carefully before signing up. ・People who are under 110 cm tall or weigh 95 kg or more are not permitted to use this facility. ・People under the age of 8 & 59 more older are not permitted to use the facility. ・Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. ・if you have long hair, please tie it back.

Explore the rural and historic Hida region on a small-group e-bike tour. Pedal around the Maze village with ease on your electric bike and enjoy the passing views of the Japanese countryside, without any tourists around. Learn about the history, culture, and daily life in the Japanese countryside. This tour is ideal for those who want to escape touristic areas and be truly immersed in the local region.

You can see & play with powder snow in Takayama city ! we will go to MontDeus snow park. You can go by bus direct from Takayama station. but if you want we can pick up at your hotel by our car for service. Anyway you can do this ski resort not only skiing but also Snow bording / SnowShoeing /Snow tubing !! Not including Snowshoeing fee & Snow tubing fee & Rental goods & Lift ticket fee in this tour. SnowShoeing and Snow tubing are option.（Not including snow wear fee) SnowShoeing is 15000yen/group/2hours Snow tubing is1200yen/person/30min You can rental goods as follows(There are not include our tour fee) Skiing Set(skies,ski boots,ski poles)・・・3140yen Snowbord Set (board,snowbord boots)・・・4190yen Wear・・・ 2610yen 　・wear does Not include socks & goggles & under wear & hat & earmuffs & gloves. You can buy as follows.(There are not include our tour fee) Lift tickets one day・・・3660yen half day・・・2930yen ・less than 12 years old will be more cheaper. ・week days are more chapear.

The most easily accessible and accessible mountain near the Japanese Alps, Norikura is one of Japan's 100 most famous mountains, stretching from Takayama to Nagano Prefecture. Norikura is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan, stretching from the Alps to Nagano Prefecture. The highest peak is 3026m. Hida Takayama is the largest “city” in Japan, and more than 90% of it is forested. 10% of the forested area is used for sightseeing, mainly the old township, which attracts 4.7 million visitors a year, and is concentrated in one area. This tour will introduce the diversity of Takayama City while also touching on the history and culture of the city. Please dress for climbing and bring rain gear. We will check the physical condition and equipment of participants on the day of the tour and may cancel the tour if there are any problems. No refunds will be made in such cases. If Norikura-dake cannot be climbed, we will suggest other mountains.

Experience the full splendor of Takayama’s mountainous beauty on a day trip that covers the Hida Folk Village, caves, and ropeway in one seamless experience—saving you from having to arrange visits to each attraction separately. This experience blends nature and culture while helping you avoid the hassle of arranging logistics.

Half-bow archery was once a common evening pastime around Japan, but few of these archery ranges remain. Takayama's historic archery range, a favorite of the locals since 1929, will be all yours for a private session. An experienced archer will be there to give you instructions.

Set off on a private journey to the heart of the Japanese Alps with our tour through the Japanese Alps. Starting in Takayama, this full-day experience takes you to the awe-inspiring heights of the Shinhotaka Ropeway and the serene landscapes of Kamikochi. Ascend the Shinhotaka Ropeway for breathtaking views of rugged peaks and lush valleys, immersing yourself in the majesty of the Northern Japan Alps. Then, explore the peaceful beauty of Kamikochi, where pristine rivers, iconic bridges, and dramatic mountain vistas create a tranquil retreat. This private tour is crafted for nature lovers eager to discover the diverse wonders of Japan’s alpine regions. From the exhilarating ride up the Shinhotaka Ropeway to the quiet paths of Kamikochi, every step offers a unique perspective on the natural beauty of the Japanese Alps.

Why choose us? We offer an exclusive "One Group Per Day" private activity, meaning the entire river experience belongs only to you! No crowds, no rush—just pure adventure with your favorite people. Led by Shintaro, a professional guide with 12 years of experience and expert rescue certifications (SRT/WFA), you’ll tackle thrilling rapids in a magnificent canyon with total peace of mind. To top it off, we provide high-quality GoPro video footage of your splashes and smiles, delivered to your phone on the same day for free! Don’t just go rafting; create a VIP memory in Japan's beautiful nature. Book your private escape now!

The mountains around Takayama gave the wood. The long winters gave the time. And for over 1,300 years, generations of Hida craftspeople gave the skill, passed from master to apprentice in workshops still working today. On this private full-day tour, you go beyond the showroom and into the world that makes Hida furniture what it is. With your English-speaking guide and a private car, you visit five places across the day. You step inside private workshops not open to the public, meet the artisans, and handle the traditional tools yourself. You visit a museum dedicated to Hida's woodworking heritage, walk through a traditional wooden building still standing centuries later, and stop at the shops of contemporary craftspeople carrying the tradition forward. You also see where the wood itself comes from: the forests and timber yards that feed the region. Lunch is included. Your guide connects what you're seeing: why this town, why this wood, why Hida furniture is collected around the world.

Experience life like a local by embarking upon a bicycle tour in the Japanese countryside. In the company of a small group of no more than eight, pedal a mostly flat course as your guide shares insights into the history and culture of the Hida region. Along the way, you make several stops at locals-only places, missed by most visitors and also have the chance to meet some of the locals.

Experience the serene beauty of Hida’s winter landscape on this immersive snowshoe tour in the mountains of Takayama. Guided by certified experts from the Japan Mountain Guides Association, you’ll trek through quiet snow-covered forests to reach a scenic waterfall area deep in nature. At the base of the falls, your guide—who is also a professional barista—will hand-brew specialty coffee using pure mountain spring water, offering a warm and reflective moment surrounded by winter silence. A light meal featuring homemade soup and sandwiches made with local ingredients is also included. Centered around the theme of “snow,” this tour invites adventure seekers, coffee lovers, and anyone wishing to reconnect with nature through a uniquely Japanese winter experience.

Get access to stunning landscapes off-limits to vehicles—and observe daily life in the Japanese countryside—during this scenic bicycle tour through the farming village of Hida. Tours are timed to begin in the morning, when rural Japan shakes off its slumber and springs to life. You’ll get to see traditional wooden houses, sprawling rice paddies, and rolling mountains, covering more sights in less time on your own set of wheels.

Gifu City is famous for its scenic Gifu Castle and cormorant fishing. It is a place where good old Japanese scenery still remains. You can experience how to handle a Japanese sword and try your hand at swordsmanship. You can also experience Japanese jujutsu.

Enjoy an otherworldly nature experience on this private tour that is customized to your preferences. Follow your guide deep into the snow-covered forest, experiencing the Japanese art of *shinrin-yoku,* or "forest bathing." Before you know it, a tower of blue ice stands before you. Soak in the scene, feel Japan's ethereal side, and find yourself one with Mother Nature.