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At Hida-osaka, you can find precious stories with a history of 60,000 years that go far beyond your imagination.

We, the Hida-Osaka Tourist Association, promote tourism in Hida-Osaka by putting the spotlight on its local assets, including the eruption of Mt. Ontake, the lava flow with a length of 15 kilometers, waterfall walking trails that are registered as the number-one treasure of Gifu, and carbonated springs that are rare and precious in Japan. We hope that more and more people will appreciate Hida-Osaka’s rich natural wonders, and we wish for “Gifu’s Treasures” to become “Everyone’s Treasures.”

Lava flow

Lava flows are streams of molten rocks that flood the land surface like a river, instead of being broken pieces, when a volcanic eruption occurs. The form of lava flows depend on the magma’s quality and quantity. While smooth textured lava flow can form a volcanic dome, mildly textured lava flow can form volcanic sheets like at the foot of Mt. Fuji. The lava flow at Mt. Ontake represents the latter.

Lava flow at Kusakidani Gorge of Mt. Ontake

Mt. Ontake is formed by many layers of ejecta, such as a lava flow. The lava flow at Kusakidani Gorge streamed down from Marishitensan peak and covered the Hyouendani area about 60,000 years ago. It stretches about 15 kilometers up to around Gantate area now.

Magnificent natural views that will deeply move your heart.

  • Mountaintop of Mt. OntakeMountaintop of Mt. Ontake
  • Ohira ObservatoryOhira Observatory
  • Lava Flow LookoutLava Flow Lookout
  • GandatekyoGandatekyo

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Event

【10/13(日)】NORTH ONTAKE ULTRA&FULLを開催します
event

2024.08.30

[October 13th (Sunday)] NORTH ONTAKE ULTRA&FULL will be held

An ultramarathon (100km) and full marathon (42.195km) will be held for the first time, taking advantage of Japan’s greatest elevation difference (the m

【9/14(土)】飛騨小坂ふるさとFESTIVALを開催します
event

2024.08.30

[September 14th (Sat)] Hida Kosaka Furusato FESTIVAL will be held

Hida-Osaka Furusato FESTIVAL will be held for the first time at Gandate Park!
This is an opportunity for many people to learn about Hida-Osaka’s treasure, Gandatekyo.

“Dosanaisa” Natural Marche will feature more than 20 vendors with the theme of being kind to the body, mind, and nature.
Click here for details about exhibitors
https://www.instagram.com/dosanaisa/
Enjoy delicious food and interaction that transcends generations and regions with the spectacular view of Gandatekyo as a backdrop.

 

*There is no parking lot at the event venue.
By car
The parking lot is at the former Yuya Elementary School ground.
A shuttle bus will run between the former Yuya Elementary School ground and Gandate Park.
*The schedule is scheduled to run every 15 minutes, but this is a guideline and may vary.
By train
Shuttle buses will run between Hida-Osaka Station and Gandatekyo Himeshagano Yuma according to train departure and arrival times.

 

 

JR Tokai “Refreshing Walking” held simultaneously

As part of the 90th anniversary campaign for the entire Takayama Main Line, a “Refreshing Walking” will be held at the same time, starting from and arriving at Hida-Osaka Station.
Temporary bus service: Hida-Osaka Station ⇔ Himeshaganoyu
First flight…8:20, Second flight onwards…Departs as soon as it is full, Last flight…15:45
Reference: JR Tokai official website
https://walking.jr-central.co.jp/course/detail/2309.html

 

 

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