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Gujo Hachiman 郡上八幡

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · On our list

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Visiting Gujo Hachiman today

  • What it is: A small castle town on clear mountain rivers, known for canals, Sogi spring water and its summer-long Gujo Odori dance.
  • Getting there: Highway buses run from JR Gifu Station bus stop 14; the Gujo Hachiman Jokamachi Plaza stop is closest to the centre.
  • Hours: Town always open. Castle 9:00–17:00 (Mar–May), 8:00–16:00 (Jun–Aug), 9:00–16:30 (Nov–Feb).
  • Admission: Town free. Castle ¥400 adults, ¥200 children; Hakurankan museum ¥540 adults.
  • Tip: Hakurankan runs short Gujo Odori dance lessons daily, so you can join in if you visit during the dance season.
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Gujo Odori runs mid-July to early September; castle maples peak in November.

Checked against: Welcome to Gujo Hachiman – Gujo Hachiman Tourism Association · Sightseeing in Gujo Hachiman – Gujo Hachiman Tourism Association · Gujo Hachiman Castle Town – Visit Gifu. Check opening times and prices before you go.

Gujo Hachiman on Shibuya246

We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.