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Yoro養老町
Spend a half‑day on Yoro Falls and Reversible Destiny, stay overnight at an onsen ryokan if you want hot‑spring relaxation.
Yoro is a small town in southwestern Gifu, known for its 100‑waterfall, quirky Reversible Destiny park and nearby onsen resorts. A few hours cover the main sights; an extra night lets you enjoy the hot springs.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Oct–Nov for autumn colors, Apr–May for mild weather
- avoid Jun–Jul (rainy season)
- Airport
- NGO
- Nights
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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
Emergency numbers for Yoro110 ▾
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 Yoro, 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
- SafetyYoro is generally safe; watch for slippery rocks at the falls and uneven surfaces in Reversible Destiny park.
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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.
- AirportNGO Chubu Centrair International (About 1 h by train (Yoro Line via Ogaki) to Yoro).
- Getting aroundWalk in town; most onsen resorts offer a courtesy car for guests.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedOnsen ryokan (double room), a night, per room¥19,000 (≈ US$130)
- Mid-range bedOnsen ryokan (double room), a night, per room¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedOnsen ryokan (double room), a night, per room¥25,000 (≈ US$170)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · Mid ¥9,000 (≈ US$65) · High ¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
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 (About 1 h by train (Yoro Line via Ogaki) to Yoro)
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
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Mar
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jun
Avoid
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
not flagged
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: Apr–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jun–Jul. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Yoro: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
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)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
6 rd
Feb
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
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Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
7 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
May
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
10 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
11 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 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
Walk in town; most onsen resorts offer a courtesy car for guests. Yoro Railway connects via Ogaki or Kuwana.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ogaki
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Yoro Line to Ogaki, about 20 min
Historic castle and river walk.
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.
Seifuro
Ryokan with private onsen; ¥19,000–¥20,000 for 2+ people
Senzairou
Historic inn; meals include Hida beef
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
- ¥5,000–¥8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–¥12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Onsen ryokan (double room)1 × 1 night × ¥20,000 | ¥20,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥9,000 | ¥18,000 |
| Yoro Railway round‑trip (adult)2 × ¥1,200 · check | ¥2,400 |
| Reversible Destiny entry2 × ¥710 · official price | ¥1,420 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥4,180 |
| Trip total≈ ¥23,000 per person per day, bed included | ¥46,000≈ US$350 |
Seifuro price range
2026 estimate in yen; flights and JR Pass excluded.
Watch out
Safety
- Yoro Falls can be slippery when wet; wear sturdy shoes.
- Reversible Destiny park has steep, uneven surfaces – not for those with limited mobility.
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.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Yoro Railway round‑trip: about ¥1,200 (≈ US$9) per adult (check schedule)
- Ryokan stay (Seifuro, 2‑person room): ¥19,000–¥20,000 (≈ US$130–140) for 2 people
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)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (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 Yoro. 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: Oct–Nov for autumn colors, Apr–May for mild weather · avoid Jun–Jul (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 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
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