Discover the 6 Best Hotels & Ryokan at Gifu’s Famous Nagaragawa Onsen!

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The Nagara River, which flows gently on the north side at the foot of Gifu Castle, is also known as the cormorant for the imperial family and is designated as an important intangible folk cultural property designated by Gifu.

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Did you know that on the banks of the Nagara River, there is onsen with a history of about 1,300 years since its opening? The scale of the onsen town may not be large, but there are a number of wonderful inns where you can relax after a night of sightseeing. This time, we will introduce a wonderful ryokan in Gifu's famous hot spring, Nagaragawa onsen, which has a nostalgic atmosphere.

We would like to introduce you to Nagaragawa onsen Juhachiro a famous ryokan that has been standing in the Nagaragawa onsen area for over 160 years since its establishment. The best location overlooking the Nagara River is also attractive!

The spring quality is a simple iron cold mineral spring (neutral hypotonic cold mineral spring). The view of the Nagara River can be seen from this observation open-air bath. You can enjoy the moist time while breathing in the clear air.

The meal area is also lovely. Toki no Kura is a 120-year-old earthen storehouse relocated using ancient Japanese architectural techniques. The atmosphere of the Meiji era is very attractive, and the atmosphere is overflowing with romance.

It is said that one of the celebrities who stayed at this inn was the haiku poet Matsuo Basho. The name of the inn is said to be related to the book "Juhachiro" written by Basho. Please pay attention to the appearance that blends into the old townscape as if you slipped back in time!

“Ushou no Ie Sugiyama” also has a good reputation for its cuisine. In summer, you can enjoy sweetfish dishes using wild sweetfish, and in winter, you can enjoy teppanyaki dishes related to Kamoba, the Imperial Household Agency. And the greatest pride of this inn is its location in front of the Nagara River!

The best location where you can enjoy cormorant fishing while staying at the inn! Cormorant fishing is not held in winter, but you can enjoy the infinity scenery of the Nagara River from your room, so you can spend a photogenic time.

The view from the public bath overlooking Mt. Kinka at Gifu Castle is just like a painting!

Next on our list is Hotel Park, a famous ryokan where you can feel the historical atmosphere of Nagaragawa onsen. It has been loved for more than 120 years since its founding. Yasunari Kawabata, a great writer who won the Nobel Prize, was among the guests!

From the open-air bath on the top floor of the building, you can fully enjoy the magnificent view of Gifu Castle, Mt. Kinka, and the Nagara River! Let's be fascinated by the blissful scenery that can only be met here while soaking in the famous hot springs!

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For meal, try the kaiseki cuisine! They also have beef hotpot sukiyaki made with high-quality Japanese beef. The melt-in-your-mouth taste is a special dish that Hotel Park is proud of.

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"Nagara River onsen Ishikin" is also a charming inn located on the banks of the Nagara River. It is recommended for casual trips such as family trips and group trips.

It has been selected as one of the 100 best open-air onsen with a view of Mt. Kinka. It's a great point to be able to enjoy such a full-fledged onsen atmosphere at a reasonable price!

The footbath in the bathtub designed after a cormorant boat is also very popular. It's free and anyone can enjoy it. How about making a memory of your trip?

Last but not least, “Gifu Grand Hotel” is more of a city and resort onsen hotel than a onsen spring ryokan! This stylish hotel offers contemporary comfort.

The open-air bath called ``Hitotsuba'', which was opened in July 2013, is popular. In addition to the Nagaragawa onsen, you can enjoy a variety of hot springs in a resort-like manner, including a medicinal bath scented with 10 kinds of natural herbal medicines such as chamomile, sagebrush, snail, and chinpi, as well as a white hot spring bath in a Jacuzzi.

Use of the Internet is also free. The lounge is perfect for small business meetings. The hotel is fully equipped with conference rooms and halls, so it can be used for a variety of purposes!

Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa stands on the banks of the clear Nagara River and is known for its high-quality facilities and sophisticated service. It's also nice to have a variety of room types, including Western-style rooms, Japanese-style rooms, and Japanese-Western rooms. There are no onsen here, so if you want to enjoy onsen, please use the day trip bathing facilities nearby.

This is the hotel's proud "River View Twin." From the large windows, you can see the clear flowing Nagara River and the castle town that spreads out at the foot of Mt. Kinka. Enjoy a comfortable stay in a spacious 38㎡ space.

There are 5 restaurants in the hotel, including Japanese, Chinese, and buffet restaurants. We recommend the Teppanyaki "Hida". For dinner, you can enjoy a course centered around Hida beef. Please enjoy a luxurious time that not only tastes but also enjoys with all five senses such as eyes and ears.

On the top floor, there is ``FITNESS CLUB AnkINI'' with the concept of fusion of comfort and relaxation. In addition to an indoor pool, gym, and bathhouse, the open terrace is also equipped with a sauna tent and a Shigaraki ware pottery water bath. Guests can use it free of charge. The open terrace can also be used as a cafe, where you can enjoy drinks and snacks in an open space.

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