Gifu Prefecture is an inland prefecture located in the Chubu region of Japan. It can be divided into five major regions: Tono, Chuno, Seino, Gifu, and Hida. It is a charming prefecture with a rich harmony of nature and culture, including mountains, rivers, hot springs, and historical towns. The symbol of Gifu Prefecture is Shirakawa-go, which has been registered as a World Heritage site. The scenery of rows of gassho-style houses changes beautifully from season to season, fascinating visitors. Gifu Prefecture is also home to many areas where people's lifestyles and culture have long lived on, such as Hida Takayama and Gero Onsen. In Hida Takayama, visitors can enjoy the Edo period townscape and traditional crafts. Gero Onsen is known as one of the three best hot springs in Japan, where you can soak in the spring water and be healed. There is also a wide variety of gourmet food to enjoy, such as Hida beef, Gifu's famous cormorant cuisine, and local sake, all of which make use of local ingredients and traditions.