Tag: Japan travel blog

  • Half a Day in Gifu City — A Gentle Walk Through History and Hills

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    From a butter-toast breakfast near Gifu Station to the golden smile of the Great Buddha by afternoon — this quiet half-day in Gifu City blends history, nature, and gentle living. The perfect slow adventure between mountain and river

  • The Morning Set Culture in Gifu: Discover Japan’s Unique Breakfast Tradition

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    One of the things I’ve grown to love about living in Gifu is the morning set culture. Unlike in other parts of Japan, where breakfast might mean grabbing an onigiri from the konbini, in Gifu it’s all about heading to a cozy kissaten (coffee shop) and enjoying a full plate of food that comes free…

    A sweet and savory morning set in Gifu, with thick French toast, salad, and an iced coffee topped with cream, served on a wooden café table.
  • Gifu Station: More Than Just a Transit Stop

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    Gifu Station is often overlooked as just a stopover to Takayama or Shirakawa-go, but it’s full of history, food, and local culture. From Nobunaga’s golden statue outside to morning cafés, bentos, and izakaya, here’s why Gifu Station deserves more than a quick glance.

    Gifu Station
  • Unwinding in Gifu: Our Night at an Italian-Inspired Izakaya

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    After a long week, my husband and I escaped to a cozy izakaya in Gifu. What we found was more than just Japanese pub food—Italian-inspired dishes like honey cheese pizza, Sicilian pepperoncino pasta, and crispy fried enoki made the night unforgettable.

    “Assorted yakitori skewers and drinks at a cozy izakaya in Japan