Nagoya Omino Little Kyoto Gunjo Hachiman Sky Castle Day Trip

The following itinerary is for reference only. The specific attractions, tour sequence and time may be changed according to the situation on the day.

• Japan’s oldest wooden sky castle
• Japan’s four major traditional dance performances
• free stroll in Omino Little Kyoto

08:30 Nagoya Start your beautiful journey today
In front of Nagoya Station (meet at the entrance of the MINISTOP convenience store behind BIC CAMERA at the west exit of Nagoya)
10:00 Gifu ▼Gunjo Hachiman Castle(About 90 minutes,Tickets included)
The Castle in the Sky Gujo Hachiman Castle is located on the 354-meter-high Mount Hachiman. The four-story and five-story castle has a panoramic view of the town below. It is the oldest existing wooden reconstructed castle in Japan. Mist armor and horse gear are preserved and displayed in the castle. and other precious items. Gujo Hachiman Castle is surrounded by a natural atmosphere like a forest park. The streets wrapped in red shell lattice reflect the style of the Edo period. It is famous for the crystal clear "Sogemi water" and the Gujo dance in summer.

11:45 Gifu ▼"Oumino Little Kyoto" Gujo Hachiman Castle Town(About 90 minutes, including free lunch time)
Gujo Hachiman prospered as a castle town, and the reason why it is known as Little Kyoto is because temples were designed at every corner for defensive purposes. There are actually 13 temples connected by roof tiles within a short distance, which is quite a lot. Spectacular. Walking to the street, you can hear the sound of gurgling water coming from the water channels on both sides. This water channel took a total of 4 years to build to prevent fires. It is still loved by residents, whether it is for laundry, washing vegetables, or watering. Huadu makes good use of the water from this waterway, making it seem like you have returned to your childhood home life in the countryside. At the same time, the historic castle town has a variety of local delicacies and snacks. Enjoy the fun of walking and eating and feel the leisure time of Little Kyoto.

13:20 Gifu ▼Gujo Hachiman Exhibition Hall(about 40 minutes,Tickets included)
Gujo Hachiman Expo Hall, which was renovated from the old tax office built in the Taisho era, is a very suitable tourist attraction to get to know Gujo Hachiman. The expo hall introduces the features of Gujo Hachiman by theme. The most attractive one is the "Live Teaching of Gujo Dance", which has a total of 10 scheduled dance performances. Teachers wearing yukata and geta are used to teach the formulas, making people learn quickly. You can dance along with it.
Four times a day, 15 minutes each time. 11:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, this trip can participate in the 14 o'clock session.

14:20 Gifu ▼free time(about 120 minutes)
*Suggested route:
Soji Water→Yoshida River Valley Water Street-Food Model Workshop-Itohata Trail-Gujo Hachiman Former Column Memorial Hall
Zongji Water - also known as Baiyun Water, is a well-known spring selected by the Ministry of Environment of Japan as the number one famous water in Japan.
Yoshida River Valley Water Street - a unique flowing water path in the center of the street
Food Model Workshop - In addition to DIY, you can also watch the actual state of the samples made by the teachers up close. It is said that it takes 20 years to truly become a master.
Itohata Trail-You can feed the carp with your own hands
Gujo Hachiman Old Agency Memorial Hall-former local government office

16:30 return End the trip and start returning,The return time is for reference only. You may return earlier due to smooth itinerary, good road conditions, etc. on the day.
18:00 Nagoya In front of Nagoya Station (meet at the entrance of the MINISTOP convenience store behind BIC CAMERA at the west exit of Nagoya)