Checking out Tamamiya-cho, Gifu’s Most Eclectic Night Spot
Apr 30, 2024 By Bert Wishart
While Nagoya's nightlife hotspots of Sakae and Meieki have a lot to say for themselves, it could be argued that what they make up in variety of establishments, as they...[ Click to read more ]
Gorging on Gifu Grub
Nov 30, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Aichi Prefecture - and Nagoya in particular - has some of the best of Japanese cuisine. From its miso katsu to its tebasaki to its Taiwan ramen, very few areas...[ Click to read more ]
Gifu Castle Panorama Night View
Jun 15, 2018 By Ray Proper
If you are looking for a cool place to spend a hot summer night I have just the spot; Gifu! Gifu City is a mere 20 minute train ride from Nagoya, but...[ Click to read more ]
Ukai Cormorant Fishing in Gifu and Aichi
Apr 22, 2018 By Bert Wishart
Whether your fish comes from the supermarket or you are a master fisherman who has trawled the seven seas, it is unlikely that you have ever witnessed anything quite like...[ Click to read more ]
Getting Hot Under the Collar at Tejikara Fire Festival
Mar 22, 2018 By Bert Wishart
I sometimes worry about the Japanese and their propensity for dangerous festivals. With logs hurtling down hills, submergence in icy water and the violence inherent in the naked festival, it seems...[ Click to read more ]
The Nagara River National Fireworks Festival in Gifu
Aug 05, 2010 By Ray Proper
Round two for that bastion of fun by the river, Gifu City! The Nagara River National Fireworks Festival is held yearly on the first Saturday of August from 7:15 p.m.-8:45...[ Click to read more ]
The Chunichi Newspaper Nagara River All-Japan Fireworks Festival
Jul 30, 2010 By Ray Proper
The Chunichi Nagara Gawa Fireworks Festival is held yearly on the last Saturday of July from 7:15 p.m.-8:45 p.m. This year, the festival falls on Saturday, July 31st-this weekend! This...[ Click to read more ]
