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Van Life Chronicles: Exploring Gifu in 7 Days「Day 1: Mino」

Dec 3

Dec 3 Van Life Chronicles: Exploring Gifu in 7 Days「Day 1: Mino」

Sabrina in Japan

Japan, Chubu Region, Gifu Prefecture, Mino

Sumikazu Nakata, a Gunma Prefecture Hometown Traditional Craftsman and the fourth-generation representative of Daimonya, upholds the legacy and tradition of the company by producing 70,000 Daruma dolls annually in 22 sizes.

Renowned for their meticu

Just a 10-minute drive from Ikaho Onsen, you'll find the enchanting Mizusawa-dera Temple, a hidden gem nestled on the mountain slope southeast of the onsen town.

As we arrived, the rain poured down, adding an extra layer of mystique to the area, mak

With so much left to explore on the final day of our trip, it promised to be the busiest yet !!

Ikaho Onsen, nestled on the eastern slopes of Mount Haruna, is known for its iron-laden thermal waters, making it one of Gunma Prefecture's most famous h

On Day 5, we explored Ikaho Onsen's historic stone steps and iron-laden thermal waters. We visited Mizusawa Kannon Temple, admired Mount Haruna, and discovered Takasaki's Daruma factory. Experience nature, history, and culture on this budget-friendly

As day-trippers, your ticket to relaxation in Shibu Onsen is the O-yu, the ninth and only accessible public bath. To get access, head to the visitor center first. Here, you'll pay a fee of ¥500 per person and gain access to the onsen between 10am

We took a short 10-minute drive to reach Yumeguri parking lot at Shibu Onsen (¥500 for the day, closed at 6pm). While our road trip is primarily about exploring Gunma Prefecture, we couldn't resist the allure of this picturesque onsen village, ev