2025 Seki Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

Monet's Pond in Gifu Prefecture is famous for the sight of Nishikigoi carp swimming in its crystal clear pond. The most beautiful times are early summer when the water lilies bloom and in autumn when the leaves change color, and I went when the leaves were at their peak. The most popular view is Photo 1, and the colors change depending on the time of day. Photo 1 was taken around 9:30, and Photo 2 was taken around 12:30. If you like a fantastical atmosphere, early in the morning is best, and if you prefer vivid colors, I recommend taking photos in the afternoon. However, in the morning when the water temperature is still low, not many carp come out from under the bridge, so it's easier to take photos of the fish swimming after 11:00. However, as more and more people come out, it becomes more difficult to take photos without people in them, which is a bit of a problem. If you can't find a time when there are no people around, you can be sure to take photos of the water surface from above this bridge. (Photos 3 and 4) The color of the water surface is especially beautiful under the bridge, so it's also a great photo spot to take pictures of the clear water, carp, and autumn leaves. By the way, this pond is next to the torii gate in photo 5, and it's not very big, so you can walk around it in about 5 minutes. #domestictrip

This is a super public bath attached to a shopping mall in Seki City. There are three types of bedrock baths, as well as a sauna and loyly. There are many different types of baths, including silk baths, carbonated springs, and baths that change daily. The rest areas and dining areas are also spacious, so you can spend the day relaxing.

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Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture. Nemichi Shrine is a shrine that has recently become very popular. The shrine itself is a deserted old shrine with no clear office or good fortune, but the pond in the grounds is surprisingly clear, and it became a hot topic because it looks like carp swimming in the air. The contrast between the vivid carp and the water plants is reminiscent of "Monet's Water Lilies Pond" by the master of abstract painting, Claude Monet, and it has become even more popular, and it has now become one of Gifu's undisputed tourist attractions. When I first visited six years ago, the parking lot in front of the temple grounds was very narrow and there were not many tourists, but now there are so many cars and tour buses that overtourism is being called for. Parking lots 1 to 4 have been built. In terms of size, it is a small shrine that you can visit in 10 minutes. There is a small teahouse on the bank. #tripdomestictravel #gifuprefecture #breathtakingview #Monet's Pond

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Nemichi Shrine is a Japanese Shinto shrine located in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture. Nemichi Shrine is famous for its koi pond, which is comparable to Claude Monet's lotus painting. It is a famous Shinto shrine in the prefecture, and in front of it is Itadori Flower Park (フラワーパーク板取). The area around Namonaki Pond is filled with trees and flowers of Itadori Flower Park, which change color and give a different feel depending on the season. This is one of the charms of this tourist spot. #tripพาบินเที่ยวจีน

Monet Pond 🍁🍂⛲️The anonymous pond, Namonaki or Monet's pond, because of its beauty at first sight, like a painting by the world's greatest French artist, Claude Monet, in his series of lotus paintings in a pond called "Le Bassin Aux Nymphéas", located in Gifu Prefecture, located in the central part of Honshu Island, amidst the valleys surrounding Seki City. ⛰️🍂🍁The pond is small, with a maximum length of about 60 feet. With the characteristics of a clear blue pond that is naturally flowing from a nearby mountain, the pond is full of colorful lotus flowers and beautiful schools of Japanese koi fish. This is the attraction that attracts tourists to visit and see the beauty like a dream. 🍁🍂🍁 Especially during the changing leaves season, it is beautiful. When looking at the reflection in the water, it looks like a painting. 📍 Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan #NatureTourism

Unagi Nadai Tsujiya 1 minute walk from Gifu Bus "Honmachi 5-chome" A long-established restaurant in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture. This unagi restaurant has been in business for 160 years, now in its fifth generation. The atmosphere of the restaurant has not changed since the old days. The crispy and fluffy unagi is delicious💗 The slightly sweet and refreshing sauce goes well with it🤍🤍 Small bowl: 3 slices of unagi, 2080 yen Medium bowl: 4 slices of unagi, 2660 yen Upper bowl: 5 slices of unagi, 3250 yen A la carte dishes are also available! Set meals with sashimi and other dishes are also available🥹💭 The restaurant is large, but there may be a wait! Takeout is also available🤔☁️ Reservations not accepted! 📍Location: 5-14 Honmachi, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 11:00-14:00/17:00-20:00 #0 yen autumn trip #Gifu #Gifu gourmet

Monet's Pond in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, has a beautiful landscape reminiscent of Monet's painting "Water Lilies" with its highly transparent water and colorful carp swimming there. 💫 The official name is "Nameless Pond", but it has become known as "Monet's Pond" because of its fantastic scenery. The biggest attraction of this pond is its amazingly clear water! You can clearly see the stones and plants at the bottom of the water, and enjoy the sight of the carp swimming in the pond as if they are floating in the air. Also, don't miss the surrounding scenery that changes with the seasons. In particular, the fresh greenery of spring and the autumn leaves are reflected in the water of the pond, showing a different expression every time you visit. This place, where nature and silence are in harmony, is a popular spot not only for tourists but also for photography enthusiasts. It is a healing space where you can forget about your busy daily life and feel the leisurely flow of time. You can also purchase postcards and other items at a nearby shop 🪷 Why not visit? 😌🫧 #0yentravelautumn

A nameless pond in Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture A tourist attraction commonly known as Monet's Pond. It is located inside Nemichi Shrine⛩️ The water lilies blooming in the highly transparent spring water are very beautiful, and the sight of the Nishikigoi carp swimming gracefully in the pond looks like Monet's masterpiece "Water Lilies", so it is said to have come to be called Monet's Pond☁️☁️ The most beautiful time is when the water lilies are in bloom💗 The location is difficult to find, so if you go by car, register "Flower Park Itadori" in your navigation system so you won't get lost🚗 The Itadori River in front of you is also very beautiful, so please go and see it together. In the summer season, you can go down to the river, so there are many people playing in the river👦🏻👧🏻 📍Location: Itadori Shiratani, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture #0 yen travel autumn #Monet's Pond #Gifu sightseeing #Gifu trip

Monet's Pond in Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture 🪷 The water lilies blooming in the highly transparent spring water are very beautiful, and the sight of the Nishikigoi carp swimming gracefully in the pond is just like Monet's masterpiece "Water Lilies"! The best time to see them is in early summer when the water lilies bloom! And the water looks blue only when there is sunlight! So it's best to go on a sunny day ☝🏽 Without sunlight, it looks green and becomes an ordinary pond 🤣 You'll end up disappointed after all the effort, so be sure to go on a day with strong sunlight 👍🏽 By the way, it's hard to find the location, so if you register "Flower Park Itadori" in your navigation system ◎ Gifu has a lot of nature, so be sure to go there while you're camping! #0 yen travel autumn #Japan travel memories #100 travel styles #Domestic travel #Gifu #Breathtaking views

Located in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Kawaura Valley is a hidden gem that combines natural beauty and tranquility. Its charm lies in the clear river flowing through the valley and the surrounding majestic nature. Kawaura Valley is a place where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, with beautiful fresh greenery in spring and negative ions that can be felt throughout your body along with the cool sound of the water in summer. In autumn, the vivid autumn leaves color the valley, creating a beauty that is almost like a painting. The charm of Kawaura Valley is also in its extremely clear water. As the clear water flows through the valley, the surrounding rocks and greenery of the trees are reflected on the water surface, allowing you to enjoy the spectacular scenery woven by nature. In addition, while this valley is relatively easy to access, it is not a tourist destination, so few people visit, and you can feel as if you have a hidden place all to yourself, which is a big attraction 🥰 Walking through the valley is the perfect way to forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and refresh your mind and body 😉 In particular, walking while listening to the sound of the stream will wash away all the stress of the city in one go ✨✨✨ +:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-+:-+📍Kawaura Valley (Kaore Valley) Address: Itadori Sugihara, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture 🕐 Opening hours: 24 hours 💰 Admission fee: Free 🅿️ Parking: Free Access 🚗 Car 55 minutes from Mino IC on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway 50 minutes from Minami IC on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway #Photogenic spot #Valley #Gifu Tourism #Seki City #Domestic travel trip

Iwamon Falls in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture is one of the hidden places hidden in the quiet mountains, and you will be captivated by its beauty when you visit. The charm of the waterfall is the magnificent scenery created by nature. The water flows gracefully down from the gaps in the rocks, and the beautiful scenery of the surrounding greenery and clear water will make you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In the late Kamakura period, Acala was enshrined under the Iwamon Gate, and it seems that people often practiced training by being hit by the waterfall. Nowadays, it is a waterfall spot known only to those in the know, and there are few tourists, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of a "private waterfall of your own." When you approach Iwamon Falls, you can feel plenty of negative ions and feel your mind and body refreshed. The cool spray of the water will relieve the summer heat and you can spend a relaxing time. Especially in the summer, the coolness of the waterfall and the extremely clear water are attractive, making it a perfect spot for photography. The combination of the torii gate and the waterfall doubles the spiritual feeling. This waterfall, where you can enjoy the feeling of being one with nature in silence, is the perfect place for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and is sure to give you a sense of healing and powerful power. Why not visit it once? ✨✨✨ ⚠️Distance from the parking lot⚠️After parking your car in the parking lot, you will need to walk along the promenade for about 15 minutes. Although it is relatively well maintained, there are stairs, so we recommend wearing comfortable sneakers. ✅Spots to check out nearby 1️⃣15 minutes by car🚗 to Monet's Pond, as beautiful as a painting. See photo article of Monet's Pond here 2️⃣15 minutes by car🚗 to Takijinja, a power spot with an extraordinary atmosphere +:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-+📍Iwamon Falls Address: Horado-ono, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture 🕐 Opening hours: 24 hours 💰 Admission fee: Free 🅿️ Parking: Free (for about 4 cars) Access 🚗 Car 30 minutes from Mino IC on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway 🚃 Bus + 🚶 Walk 40 minutes by bus from JR Minoshi Station → 30 minutes on foot from Iwamon Fudomae bus stop #Photogenic spot #Power spot #Gifu sightseeing #Seki city #Negative ions #Domestic travel trip

A nameless pond in Gifu Prefecture Commonly known as Monet's Pond There were a lot of people there because it's a famous spot in Gifu Prefecture. It's a small pond, but it's very clear and the carp swim gracefully in it, making it very mysterious and picturesque. The atmosphere changes quite a bit depending on the time of day and the weather. The person in charge of spreading the food came around 12:00-30 and spread it in the middle. If you time it right, you can take a picture of the carp gathered together. 📍Location: 501-2901 Itadori Shiratani, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture #0 Yen Travel Autumn

I went to Monet's Pond, which I had wanted to visit for a long time✨As expected, it was a beautiful and clear emerald green pond, with Nishikigoi carp🐟 swimming gracefully in it. This is certainly beautiful🥹It was beyond my imagination✨✨✨Also, the autumn leaves🍁 on the banks of the pond were starting to turn color, and the red🍁 of the autumn leaves added a nice accent. (The photo was taken in October 2023) As usual, it seems that you can enjoy the autumn leaves🍁 from November to early December☺️I went there early in the morning, so I couldn't check the souvenir shops or the stalls, but it seems that it has become a tourist destination since it became famous in the media📺 and on social media. There is a large parking lot🅿️ that can accommodate many cars, and it is free🆓, and there is also a clean toilet🚽. A nearby tourist spot is Gujo City. It takes about 30 to 40 minutes by car🚗 one way. How about visiting Monet's Pond together with Gujo City? Gujo City is also worth seeing😌 I'll introduce Gujo City on another occasion✨ ⚠️Caution⚠️The water becomes muddy after heavy rain, so it's best to avoid it for a few days. +:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-:+:-+📍Name of spot: Nameless Pond (Monet's Pond)🗺️Address: 440-1 Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture💰Admission fee: FREE🕰️Opening hours: 24 hours🅿️Parking: Free🆓　The first parking lot can accommodate 50 cars　※There is also a fourth parking lot. Access🚗 Car Tokai Hokuriku Expressway "Mino Interchange" → National Route 156 → Prefectural Route 81 → National Route 256 → Seki City Itadori Shiratani🚃 Train, 🚌 Bus ① JR Gifu Station → "Horado Kiwi Plaza" → Take Itadori Fureai Bus to "Ajisaienmae" ② Nagaragawa Railway Etsumi-Nan Line Seki Station "Seki City Terminal" stop → "Horado Kiwi Plaza" → Take Itadori Fureai Bus to "Ajisaienmae" #Tokai #Kansai outing spot #Photogenic spot #Domestic travel trip #Monet's Pond

Monet's Pond in Gifu Prefecture I visited at the end of July, but the water lilies weren't in bloom. 😭 I wonder if it's because of the extreme heat this year? ?

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🕰️Opening hours 24 hours (Best time to see: Water lilies start to open at 9am and are at their widest at around 11am) 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Adjacent to Nemichi Shrine, you can visit Monet's Pond before enjoying it. 📍Address: 448 Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, 501-2901 💞Recommended reasons: The water lilies blooming in the clear pond are very beautiful, and the koi carp swimming softly around the water lilies look like Monet's masterpiece, the water lilies. There are sweetfish restaurants along the river, so you can enjoy seasonal dishes. #Furitabi #Hot spring #Winter trip #Monet's pond #Gifu #Nemichi shrine

~Seki City, Gifu Prefecture~The beautiful real Monet's Pond The pond in the grounds of Nemichi Shrine in Gifu Prefecture is a spectacular sight Introducing the real Monet's Pond, which has become famous on TV and social media! ☑️At first glance, it looks like an ordinary shrine The entrance is a very ordinary shrine ☑️Go up the stairs and go to the back of the grounds and you will find Monet's Pond! ☑️You can only see this view in the morning! The spring water that fills the nameless pond (commonly known as Monet's Pond) in the grounds of Nemichi Shrine is surprisingly clear! The sight of colorful carp swimming and water lilies swaying in the water is just like Claude Monet's famous painting "Water Lilies"! From the end of May to around August, you can also enjoy the flowers floating in the pond! You can't see this view at any time, but it can only be seen in the morning when the water is clear! Useful for travelling to Gifu and sightseeing in Gifu ◎ #100 Travel Style

I went to Iwamon Falls (halfway up Mt. Tarobei in the Horodo Kurodani area, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture), which is about 20 meters high! The rare combination of the waterfall basin and the torii gate was beautiful. On the right side of the waterfall is a rock gate (third photo) that is 10 meters high, 10 meters wide, and 7 meters deep, so it is called "Iwamon Falls." However, it is difficult to get close to the rock gate, so it is in the back on the right side, although it is a long way away. In the late Kamakura period, Acala was enshrined under the rock gate, and it seems that people often practiced training by being hit by the waterfall. I slipped and fell into the waterfall basin, but it was too cold. . (I managed to protect my camera!) 📍Iwamon Falls Location: Horodo Ono, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture Access: About 20 minutes from Mino Interchange on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway. Parking: Available. You can park on one side of the Ono Forest Road. It is about a 20-minute walk from there. #Iwamon Falls #Torii gates at Iwamon Falls #Gifu #Gifu sightseeing #Gifu tourist spots #Gifu's spectacular views #hidden land #trip #spectacular views #nature #waterfall #travel #domestic trip

I went to see the "Sekigawa Cherry Blossoms" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ A row of 250 Somei Yoshino cherry trees blooming beautifully continues for about 3km along the Sekigawa River that flows through downtown Seki🌸 It's just the right distance to take a stroll along the river. At night, the cherry blossoms are lit up, creating a mysterious world (ˊo̴̶̷̤ ̫ o̴̶̷̤ˋ)♡ 🏍Sekigawa Cherry Blossoms🏍 Address: Minami Kasuga-cho, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture #Traveling with Me

I went to "Yamanami" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ I went there because I heard I could eat black fried chicken, a local delicacy of Seki City ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ I ordered the "Black Fried Chicken Set Meal" (o･ω-人) The fried chicken was made with hijiki and shiitake powder, and had a more delicate taste than you would imagine from its appearance. The moment I bit into it, the umami of the shiitake and hijiki spread in my mouth along with the meat juice, and it was really delicious (*´ч ` *) They also have red fried chicken made with paprika, and I'd like to try that next time Ψ( 'ч' ☆) #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to "#Cafe Gallery Mousse" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ I was curious about the taiyaki hot sandwich, so I went with a friend on a tandem ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ The edges are crispy and the inside is fluffy, and while the taiyaki feels like a snack, the hot sandwich becomes a main dish (*´ч ` *) I paid an extra fee to change it to brunch, which was also filling ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ Several types of salads were served, so I could enjoy them (*˘ᗜ˘*) The interior of the store was open and calm, and we ended up talking for a long time after meeting again (*´ ˘ `*) #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to "Kitchen Sugi" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ It's a crossroads with traffic lights along Route 156, so it's hard to get in and out during traffic jams like commuting, but it's in the countryside so it doesn't bother me at lunchtime As it's a miso katsu restaurant, I ordered the #misokatsu set meal (o･ω-人) The batter was crispy and the meat was tender (ˊo̴̶̷̤ ̫ o̴̶̷̤ˋ)♡ The miso wasn't too strong and I could taste the natural sweetness of the pork, so it was very delicious (*´ч ` *) 🏍Kitchen Sugi🏍 Address: 2828-1 Shimoarichi, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture Business hours: 11:30-21:00 Closed: Mondays #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to "Satoyama Cafe Universal" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ A cafe located in a mountain valley rich in nature, where you can enjoy a relaxing meal in the scenery of Satoyama ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ When you order a drink, you get a #morning set (*´ч ` *) The homemade bean paste is not too sweet and not heavy, so it's easy to eat (ˊo̴̶̷̤ ̫ o̴̶̷̤ˋ)♡ The salad of vegetables picked in the mountains was also delicious ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ 🏍Satoyama Cafe Universal🏍 Address: 3142 Hasama, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture Business hours: 8:00-17:00 Closed: Thursdays #Travel with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to "Ichirihoki Hydrangea Garden" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ National Route 256 and Prefectural Route 52 (Mino City, Gifu Prefecture to Seki City) along the Itadori River are perfect spots for an early summer drive Hydrangea Garden on the Hydrangea Highway of National Route 256 ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ The hydrangeas are blooming beautifully, covering the mountain slopes ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ Mainly blue, with a little pink as well (≧ω≦) When you're walking around, be careful because there's a lot of traffic ⚠️ 🏍Ichirihoki Hydrangea Garden🏍 Address: Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture Opening hours: 24 hours #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to "Kitchen Grat" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ I wanted to eat hamburger steak, and when I searched for it, it came up as a recommendation, so I decided to go ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ There were a lot of different menus, so I was undecided, but I ordered #Demiglace Sauce Hamburger Steak as originally planned (o･ω-人) The hamburger steak with plenty of meat juice and demiglace sauce that has been simmered for a week is exquisite (〃艸〃)♡ I asked for a large portion of rice, but it was so good that I wanted a second serving (*´ч ` *) The other dishes looked delicious, and I want to come back again ∑d(≧▽≦*) #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan