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Gujo
Spend 1–2 days: castle, museum, sample village, onsen and night‑time Gujo Odori; walkable centre, bike rentals available.
Gujo, known as Gujo Hachiman, is a small historic city in Gifu Prefecture. Its castle town is a 20‑minute walk from the station and can be explored on foot or by rental bike. Highlights include the reconstructed Gujo Hachiman Castle, local history museum, food‑sample workshops, the Gujo Odori dance festival (mid‑July to early September) and the "Center of Japan" onsen. One night is enough for the main sights; a second night lets you enjoy the night‑time dance and onsen at a relaxed pace.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid check
- Airport
- NGO
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Gujo110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Gujo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyGujo is low‑risk; traffic is calm, but watch for bicycles on narrow streets and occasional crowds during the Gujō Odori festival.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckNGO Chubu Centrair International Airport (Express bus about 1 h 30 min to Gujō Hachiman Station (check schedules).).
- Getting aroundThe castle town is a 20‑min walk from Gujo Hachiman Station; bike rentals at the information centre.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NGO Chubu Centrair International Airport (Express bus about 1 h 30 min to Gujō Hachiman Station (check schedules).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
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7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
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13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
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7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Feb (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Gujo: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
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Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
8 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
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May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
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Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
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Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The castle town is a 20‑min walk from Gujo Hachiman Station; bike rentals at the information centre. Highway buses connect to Gifu, Nagoya and Kyoto; infrequent local buses to Hiruga Kogen. A car is useful for out‑of‑town sites.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Takayama
goDoor to door: ≈3 h
JR Hida limited express from Nagoya, about 2 h 15 min, then local bus 15 min
Historic old town and morning markets; a full day.
Shirakawa‑gō
goDoor to door: ≈3 h 30 min
JR Hida to Takayama (2 h 15 min), then bus 50 min
World Heritage thatched‑roof village; best in early autumn.
Gero Onsen
goDoor to door: ≈2 h 30 min
JR Hida to Gero, about 1 h 30 min from Nagoya; direct bus from Gujō Hachiman 45 min
Hot‑spring town with public baths and river views.
Seki (knife‑making town)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min
JR Takayama line to Seki, about 1 h 20 min from Gujō Hachiman
Visit cutlery workshops and the Seki Cutlery Museum.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Gujo Hachiman Hotel Sekisuien
Near castle, rooms from ¥8,500
Business Hotel Gujo Hachiman Inter
Budget option, rooms from ¥6,800
Nakashimaya ryokan
Traditional ryokan with onsen, since 1872
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥7,000–10,000 (≈ US$50–70) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥10,000–15,000 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- High
- ¥15,000 (≈ US$110)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Gujo Hachiman Castle entry | ¥320 (≈ US$3) |
| Gujo Hachiman Museum entry | ¥540 (≈ US$4) |
| Kodakara no Yu onsen entry | ¥600 (≈ US$5) |
| Hotel room (mid‑range) | ¥8,500–10,000 (≈ US$60–70) |
| Bike rental (half‑day) | ¥500–800 (≈ US$4–6) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Nagaragawa Railway is private and not covered by the JR Pass.
- Bus service to Hiruga Kogen runs only in peak season; plan ahead.
- Festival crowds can make the streets busy in July–August.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; other embassies in Tokyo (check addresses).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Nagaragawa Railway Gujo Hachiman ↔ Takayama: about ¥1,200 (≈ US$9) one‑way (check)
- Highway bus Gifu ↔ Gujo Hachiman: about ¥1,500 (≈ US$11) (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the bathroom? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Gujo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid check · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialWikidata Gujo
- secondaryWikivoyage: Gujo, revision 5237220 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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