Summer Recommended Destination : Gifu Area
Here are some destinations around hotels in Gifu area which are perfect for enjoying Summer.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park
2-6-6 Mikado, Minokamo, Gifu Open 9:00~17:00
Closed Tuesday Closed the following day if it falls on a public holiday
River Adventure Period: Apr 25-Nov 3, 2026 (Reservation required)
*Recommended for ages 3 and up (Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)
*Fees vary depending on the plan. Please check the official website for details.
The base of outdoor activities in the natural environment of river and forest. You can enjoy BBQ and a variety of river activities.
Minokamo Kinchodo (Seasonal Kakigori)
2601-1 Ota-cho, Minokamo City, Gifu
Open 8:30~18:00 Closed Wednesday and the last Thursday of each month
Shaved Ice Sales Period: June-September
*Please check their official Instagram for detailed sales dates and ending dates. Instagram: @minokamo.kinchodo
*Shaved ice is available for dine-in only and served from the afternoon onward.
Enjoy their summer-only Japanese shaved ice, crafted by a traditional confectionery shop loved for over half a century. Savor the refined flavors of homemade sweet bean paste and their special house-made syrup.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Mino
76-3 Oze, Seki, Gifu *Reservation required
From May 11 to Oct 15 of every year, in the small village of Oze on the bank of the Nagara River, the cormorant fishing masters practice their craft, which is a rich tradition with roughly 1000 years of history.
257 Senjojikishita, Gifu, Gifu Open 9:00~18:00 (Jul 10-Sep 30: 9:00-22:00)
A Ropeway Connecting Gifu Park to the Summit of Mount Kinka.
The summit offers sweeping views of Mount Kinka, covered in natural forests,
Nagara River in its natural splendor, and the townscape of Gifu.
Itadori River Horado Sightseeing Yana
1712 Horado-Kosaka, Seki, Gifu Open 10:00~17:00 (Apr-Oct)
You can enjoy superb ayu (sweet fish) cuisine amid the murmuring of the Itadori River and surrounded by nature. Children can also try catching fish with their bare hands, making this a very popular spot for children.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Gujo
Gujo Odori lasts for over 30 nights from mid-July to early September.
It is the longest-running Bon dance in Japan, and it can be said that summer in Gujo Hachiman begins and ends with the Bon dance. In 2022, Gujo Odori was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Shirotori Odori is held for 20 nights, from mid-July to late August.
With 400 years history, it is a traditional dance with a lively tempo that is popular among young people.
Nagara River Fireworks Festival
697 Yamatocho Tokunaga, Gujo, Gifu Date: 14 Aug (Every year) 20:00~21:00
You can buy fireworks with your wishes, dreams, and messages, and the fireworks will be launched by pyrotechnicians in Gujo Yamato. Approximately 1,000 fireworks are launched over the Nagara River. You can enjoy the fireworks from the hotel.
There are several restaurants that serve sweet fish, so please check the web.
”Gujo Ayu” won the Grand Prix at the 2008 National Clear Streams Ayu Tasting Contest. Bred in a steep stream and with good water quality, Gujo ayu is a first-class ayu in terms of shape, fleshness, aroma, and taste.
Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Takayama Shirakawa Go
Hida Takayama handheld fireworks
Downstream of Miyagawa Yayoi Bridge, Takayama , Gifu Date : 9 Aug (Every year) 19:30~21:00
On August 9th every year, in commemoration of the day of misfortune, handheld fireworks are launched with the hope to ward off misfortune. The fireworks are a spectacular sight to see, with Hida Takayama's pyrotechnicians launching them into the air with sparks of fire.
Along the Shokawa river
In summer, you can enjoy Ayu fishing along Shokawa river. After enjoying the fishing, savor the fresh grilled Ayu.
88 Shokawacho Sarumaru, Takayama, Gifu
Course starts from Michi-no-Eki Sakura-no-sato Shokawa
There are 4 types of walking course. The longest is 21.3km which you can enjoy the great nature of Shokwa. Walking map is available at the front desk in the hotel.