Tag: Travel

  • 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
  • Pascal Kiyomi Auto Campsite: Family Camping & River Fun in Gifu

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    Last August, when Japan’s summer heat climbed close to 40°C, my family and I escaped to the cool shade of Pascal Kiyomi Auto Campsite in Gifu. Nestled in the mountains, this campsite offered fresh air, tall trees, and a crystal-clear river perfect for swimming. With kushikatsu sizzling on the grill, kids laughing by the water,…

    camping set up
  • 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
  • Family Trip to Shizuoka Itinerary: 2 Days of Food, Shrines, and Scenic Views

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    Our two-day family trip to Shizuoka was filled with food, shrines, and scenic views. From savoring grilled unagi in Hamamatsu to strolling through the colorful flower halls of Kakegawa Kachōen, every stop offered something special. We found peace at Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, laughed over sashimi and sake at a cozy izakaya, and took in the…