Gifu-Hashima Station

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Gifu-Hashima Station is Gifu’s only Shinkansen (bullet train) stop and serves as the southern gateway to the prefecture. The station area is a convenient hub for travelers heading to major sightseeing spots like Shirakawa-go or Sekigahara via rental car or express bus. It is also famous for the statue of local heroes Banboku Ono and his wife. The calm atmosphere and easy access make it a smooth starting point for exploring Gifu’s rich history and nature.

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Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation

Gifu-Hashima Station

Address
645-1 Fukuju-cho Hirakata, Hashima-shi, Gifu
Website
https://railway.jr-central.co.jp/station-guide/shinkansen/gifu-hashima/
Operator
Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central)

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