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Gero (Gero Onsen)
Gifu
3.8
Gero (Gero Onsen)
Gifu
3.8
￥4,000～￥4,999
￥10,000～￥14,999
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Gero (Gero Onsen)
Gero is a nationally famous area for its hot springs, and is counted as one of Japan's three famous hot springs along with Arima Onsen and Kusatsu Onsen. It is said to have begun about 1000 years ago when hot springs sprang up near the summit of Mount Yufu. It has effects such as improving motor disabilities, rheumatism, nerve paralysis, and fatigue recovery, and is also said to be effective for beauty as sulfuric acid supplements vitamins and activates organs. Many tourists and hot spring visitors visit the Gero area every year to enjoy local cuisine such as nezushi and hoba sushi along with the hot springs.
Gero (Gero Onsen)
7 Highlights
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Gero Onsen Town
A hot spring town where you can enjoy "beauty hot springs" and food
The colorless and transparent, soft water, which has been selected as one of Japan's three famous hot springs, is like a beauty serum. The hot spring town has many food spots to enjoy. The town is dotted with frog motifs, inspired by the reading of the town's name (Gero), so try taking a stroll around town and enjoy the sights.
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Gero Onsen Town
A hot spring town where you can enjoy "beauty hot springs" and food
The colorless and transparent, soft water, which has been selected as one of Japan's three famous hot springs, is like a beauty serum. The hot spring town has many food spots to enjoy. The town is dotted with frog motifs, inspired by the reading of the town's name (Gero), so try taking a stroll around town and enjoy the sights.
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Gero Onsen Funsenchi
The origin of Gero Onsen! Enjoy a foot bath with the source spring
Originally an open-air bath with a sense of liberation, it is now only available as a foot bath. If you dip your feet in the hot spring while listening to the murmuring of the Hida River, it will heal the fatigue of your trip.
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Gero Onsen Funsenchi
The origin of Gero Onsen! Enjoy a foot bath with the source spring
Originally an open-air bath with a sense of liberation, it is now only available as a foot bath. If you dip your feet in the hot spring while listening to the murmuring of the Hida River, it will heal the fatigue of your trip.
03
Keruru Shrine
A shrine full of frogs - a gathering place for frog lovers!
Originally an open-air bath with a feeling of liberation, it can now only be used as a foot bath. If you dip your feet in the hot spring while listening to the murmuring of the Hida River, it will heal the fatigue of your journey.
03
Keruru Shrine
A shrine full of frogs - a gathering place for frog lovers!
Originally an open-air bath with a feeling of liberation, it can now only be used as a foot bath. If you dip your feet in the hot spring while listening to the murmuring of the Hida River, it will heal the fatigue of your journey.
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Gero Onsen Gassho Village
A gassho-style village adorned by nature in Gero
There are two areas: "Gassho Village," which reproduces a village of gassho-style houses, and "Saijiki no Mori," where you can feel the changing seasons of the village. In addition, there is a 175m "Forest Slide" in the area, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Gassho Village and thrill.
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Gero Onsen Gassho Village
A gassho-style village adorned by nature in Gero
There are two areas: "Gassho Village," which reproduces a village of gassho-style houses, and "Saijiki no Mori," where you can feel the changing seasons of the village. In addition, there is a 175m "Forest Slide" in the area, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Gassho Village and thrill.
05
Kinkotsu Meguri
Mystery tour! Exploring maze-like back alleys
In the Hida region, narrow and complex alleys are called "kinkotsu" (muscles and bones of the human body). Kinkotsu alleys are spread throughout Kanayama-juku on the Hida Highway, and you can explore the alleys that look like they are from a Studio Ghibli movie.
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Kinkotsu Meguri
Mystery tour! Exploring maze-like back alleys
In the Hida region, narrow and complex alleys are called "kinkotsu" (muscles and bones of the human body). Kinkotsu alleys are spread throughout Kanayama-juku on the Hida Highway, and you can explore the alleys that look like they are from a Studio Ghibli movie.
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Gero Onsen
A hot spring with a history of over 1000 years and known for its beautifying effects
This is a nostalgic hot spring town with a history of over 1000 years and known for its beautifying effects. The spring quality is a simple alkaline hot spring, colorless and transparent, which is said to help with fatigue recovery, health promotion, and skin beautification. Why not try the local specialty, Hida beef, and explore the hot springs to find your favorite one?
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Gero Onsen
A hot spring with a history of over 1000 years and known for its beautifying effects
This is a nostalgic hot spring town with a history of over 1000 years and known for its beautifying effects. The spring quality is a simple alkaline hot spring, colorless and transparent, which is said to help with fatigue recovery, health promotion, and skin beautification. Why not try the local specialty, Hida beef, and explore the hot springs to find your favorite one?
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Dakigaeri Onsen
A secluded hot spring that springs up in a highland at an altitude of 1800m
This is one of Japan's leading high-altitude hot springs, located at an altitude of 1800m. The quality of the spring is a muddy sulfur spring that turns reddish-brown when exposed to air, and is said to be effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, and other ailments. It is renowned for its beautiful night sky, and the open-air bath where you can soak while gazing at the starry sky is the best!
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Dakigaeri Onsen
A secluded hot spring that springs up in a highland at an altitude of 1800m
This is one of Japan's leading high-altitude hot springs, located at an altitude of 1800m. The quality of the spring is a muddy sulfur spring that turns reddish-brown when exposed to air, and is said to be effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, and other ailments. It is renowned for its beautiful night sky, and the open-air bath where you can soak while gazing at the starry sky is the best!
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Hida Beef
The highest peak of Kuroge Wagyu, Gifu Beef.
A brand of beef with a fine marbling and a melting texture. While classic steak and kaiseki cuisine are great, there are also unique dishes such as seared sushi and beef skewers that can be enjoyed casually. If you come to Gifu, be sure to try it.
Summer-Autumn Tomato
Healthy charge with Gero's specialty tomato.
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Tori-chan
Chicken dish where the secret sauce makes all the difference.
Local cuisine from the Okuhida and Okumino regions. Small pieces of chicken are marinated in a sauce based on miso or soy sauce, and stir-fried with cabbage. The slightly burnt chicken is juicy and crispy, with a nostalgic flavor.
Sweets in Gero Onsen Street
Not just "Gero Pudding," but Gero Sweets
In the hot spring town of Gero, there are many sweets shops that use locally produced fresh eggs and milk to create unique and innovative sweets. From traditional shops to new and unique ones, there is a wide variety to choose from! Find your favorite.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥13,095
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥17,833
Best Season
12~4 Month
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