A city made by its people. People and nature together in harmony. A city of cultural exchange.

Sights

Sogi-sui (Sogi spring)
Sogi-sui, also known as Hakuun-sui, is a famous spring renowned for it's delicious and pure water. In fact, out of Japan's top one hundred springs (known as the Meisui 100) this one was the first to be chosen. Many years ago some poets from the Tanaka style of poetry lived near this source. Their names were Renka Soshigi and Iio Sohgi. Eventually, the spring became known as the Sogi spring (Sogi-sui).

Gujo Hachiman Castle

Gujo Hachiman Castle This castle was used as the residence of the local lord. In the 8th Showa era, the castle tower (known as the Tenshu-Kaku) was rebuilt with 5 stories. This beautiful castle has been designated as an important cultural and historical asset for Gifu Prefecture.

Igawa-Komichi

Igawa-Komichi This heritage road is a beautiful walk located near the old town hall. . A small road follows a quaint water way filled with Carp fish. Infact, it has received awards from the government because of it's unique beauty.

Events

Gujo-odori (traditional summer dance)

Gujo-odori (traditional summer dance) The Gujo Odori, a highlight of the summer, is a 400 year old traditional dance that has been designated as a national cultural asset. During the Urabone week, from August 13th to 16th, a daily combined total of about 100 000 people dance until 5am.

Gujo Spring Festival

Gujo Spring Festival The Spring Festival tells us "spring has finally arrived".During the festival we can enjoy a traditional sacred dance known as the Kagura. The Kagura takes place at the Kishi-turugi shrine, Hiyoshi shrine and Hachiman shrine.

Gujo Honzome Kanzarashi (dyed cloth bleaching in the river)
This event starts in winter time in the Yoshida river and carries through to spring. Large rectangles of cloth with colorful dyed shapes of carp are floated in the river. The designer of these shapes is Mr. Shokichi Watanabe who is also recognized as an important part of Japanese culture.

Local Specialties
Dyed cloth
Gujo Ayu
Gujo pongee