Location: Kakamigahara
Top Things to do in Kakamigahara
The 10 Best Things to Do in Kakamigahara, Japan
Kakamigahara is a city located in southern Gifu Prefecture. As of 1 December 2017, the city had an estimated population of 148,088, and a population density of 1700 persons per km², in 58,818 households.
Restaurants in Kakamigahara
1. World Fresh Water Aquarium Aquatotto Gifu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
From the Source to the mouth of Nagara River The tank reproduces the scenery of Nagara River from its upstream to the river mouth. It is so real that it seems as though it’s been cut out from the actual scenery. We have reproduced the waterfall and the gorge at the river source. Enjoy this serene atmosphere; a perfect getaway from hectic city life. The Living Creatures in Asia and Africa Go out on an adventure and explore the world. In this section, you will meet various species living in the rivers and the lakes of Asia and Africa. They have evolved in their own way to survive through the environmental changes. Living Creatures in Amazon Amazon is the largest river basin in the world. Come and meet the Pirarucu which can be as long as 4 m and weigh up to 200 kg, the Giant Catfish, the Characins, and the Silver Arowana. See how they swim in the tank slowly and gracefully. There are abundant Freshwater fishes in the Amazon.
Reviewed By Andre M - Bern, Switzerland
There are plenty of marine Aquariums around Japan, but this one is specifically Freshwater. Huge variety of exhibits, and probably one of the only places you'll see things like the Japanese giant salamander.
2. Mt. Kinka
Overall Ratings
4 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By GAIDA2014 - Tokyo, Japan
Mt.Kinka is not too high mountain good for short hike.You can also take a ropeway straight up.But you have to hike up at least 300 meters or so to the castle anyway.The view of Nagara River and the Gifu city is very good.Must go place in Gifu City.
3. 138 Tower Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By kuwa-gata - 名古屋近郊
アーチ式タワーの138タワーの周囲に造られた総合公園です。遊具や自然体験施設が造られていて、家族連れで賑わっています。また、周囲にはランニングやウォーキング、サイクリングのコースが造られていて、多くの人が汗を流していました。
4. Mandaraji Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Masahiro_12 - Ichinomiya, Japan
I visited here to enjoy seeing the wisterias the day before the opening day of the Wisteria Festival in Mangara-ji Park. I was impressed in the beauty of the wisterias and the peonies but more impressed in the majesty of the aphananthe aspera being in the precinct of the temple.
5. Kakamigahara Aerospace Science Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By John_Asano - Gifu, Japan
The Kakamigahara Aerospace and Science Museum is one of the leading aerospace museums in Japan. If you have an interest in all things aeronautical then this is definitely the place for you. The museum features over 35 aircraft on display including research aircraft, experimental aircraft, helicopters, human-powered aircraft, fighter jets, transport planes, and a display of aircraft manufactured locally in Kakamigahara. The city of Kakamigahara has a long history and connection with the aviation industry in Japan. It was the site of Japan’s second airstrip in 1917 after Saitama and the airstrip is still in use today by Japan’s Self Defence Forces (SDF) making it the oldest existing airbase in Japan.
6. Gifu Castle / Inabayama Castle
Overall Ratings
4 based on 423 reviews
Reviewed By Cyber0515 - Tokyo, Japan
標高329mの金華山の頂上に位置する城。名だたる戦国武将がこの城を拠点にしようと戦いを繰り広げた通り、この城からの眺めはとても素晴らしく、肥沃な濃尾平野を一望できる。晴れ渡る日には名古屋の方まで見渡すことができ、また山自体が急峻で攻略しにくいことから、戦略上重要な城であることが伺える。戦国時代を語る上で欠かせない歴史構造物であるものの、展示品は関連性が無い、もしくは薄い物が多く、さらには現代作家が描いた戦国武将の絵画が展示されていることが多いため、発掘された遺物等の展示の期待は避けた方がいい。歴史の展示物を鑑賞するならば、麓の歴史博物館をお勧めする。
途中までロープウェイで行くことが出来るが、勿論麓から徒歩で行くことも出来る。天候が安定して脚力に自信があれば、挑戦してみるのもいいかもしれない。また夏季は夜間でも登城出来る（22:00まで）。岐阜城からの夜の岐阜市内や名古屋を眺めるのも、いい思い出となるだろう。
The castle is located at the top of Mt.Kinka with an altitude of 329m. As Sengoku warlords such as Oda Nobunaga fought in order to base this castle, the view of Nobi Plain from this castle is very wonderful! On sunny days, you'll be able to look over Nagoya. Seeing all around of the castle to long distance, and the castle is located at the top of a steep mountain, are the reason for being strategically important.
However, the exhibition inside the building simulating this castle is not very attractive. Because they are not related to this castle or not much related. In addition the paintings of Sengoku warlords drawn by modern painter are displayed. I recommend you that you do not expect the exhibits of the excavated artifacts from this castle. If you want to appreciate historical exhibits, I recommend you the Gifu City historical museum.
Ropeway is running to the middle of the mountain. If you are confident in leg strength, you can go to the castle by foot. In summer, you can use the castle at night(until 22:00). Night view of Gifu city and Nagoya city is also very beautiful.
7. Inuyama Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 827 reviews
Reviewed By tettut - Nagoya, Japan
Inuyama Castle (犬山城 Inuyama-jō) is located in the city of Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The castle overlooks the Kiso River, which serves as the border between Aichi and Gifu prefectures. Inuyama Castle is one of only 12 surviving Japanese Castles built before the Edo period.
8. Oasis Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By shinoharatakayuki - Toyama, Japan
今迄何十回以上も川島ＰＡの前を通ったけれども、いつも混雑していそうだったのと水族館と観覧車にはいまいち興味がそそられなくていつもこのＰＡはスルーしてきた。
しかしここは施設やアトラクションが充実している素晴らしい場所で、単なる一時休憩でご飯だけ食べて立ち去るには惜しい場所で、小さな子供連れの家族にとっては子供達と充実した時間を過ごすことができる。
トリップアドバイザーではこのオアシスパークとアクア・トトとオアシスカフェ＆マートと３分割してしまっているがこれらは一体化された複合施設としてみたほうが良い。
まずは親水公園。このオアシスパークともう一つ裏手に広大な公園も隣接していて、オアシスのほうは小川に大きな鯉が沢山泳いでいて遊歩道があって気持ちの良い散歩に適した小道の途中にはレストランやカフェも何件かあり、子供向け迷路やウォーターバルーンのアトラクションもあって子供たちを大いに楽しませてくれていた。
水族館は訪れてはいないがここの周囲にもレストランや出店があってとにかく食事処の選択肢が多いため、駐車後に慌ててパーキング入口の近くで食べなければならない必要性はない。
今後はちょくちょく利用させてもらうことになるだろう。
9. Twin Arch 138
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Masahiro_12 - Ichinomiya, Japan
Last autumn, we took our grandson here to let him play with playground equipment that is fixed all the year around. We often come here with family because various event takes place here through four seasons. Sometimes you can see the charter buses for tourist or the school bus for kindergartners at the parking of this park.
10. Gifu Shoho-ji Temple Daibutsu (Great Buddha)
Overall Ratings
4 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By ART196
黄檗宗の正法寺との大仏
"Great Buddha of Gifu, Batman!" The head priest of Shōhōji, Ichū, concieved of this Great Buddha and it was completed in 1832 after 38 years of construction and long after Ichū had passed away. It was constructed with a central pillar made from a gingko tree, and then a bamboo frame was made in the shape of the statue, to which clay was added. Paper was placed over the clay and then lacquered and then goldleaf was applied. Construction took so long because each piece of paper contained a scripture written by hand by a monk. This represented a lot of man hours and recquired the collaboration of monks from across the country. Ichū even travelled about collecting written scriptures to add to the statue. Just think of all of the wisdom contained within the Great Buddha...
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