Hida Furukawa

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Hida Furukawa is a quiet and elegant town known for its white-walled storehouses and the Seto River, where 1,000 colorful carp swim. It became globally famous as one of the settings in the anime "Your Name." The town reflects the pride of local woodcarving masters, and walking its streets offers a peaceful and authentic atmosphere. It’s an ideal spot for those seeking a tranquil, intimate experience of Japanese rural beauty, away from the busier Takayama.

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Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation

Hida Furukawa

Address
14-5 Furukawa-cho Ichino-machi, Hida-shi, Gifu
Website
http://www.hida-tourism.com/
Operator
Hida City Tourism Association

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