What kind of place is Meiho?

Welcome to Meiho, a moment wrapped in rich nature.

Meiho, Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture, is located nearly in the center of Gifu Prefecture. National Route 472, known as the “Seseragi Highway,” runs north to south through the area, offering excellent access to both Gujo Hachiman—known as the “Little Kyoto of Oku-Mino”—and the popular tourist destination Hida Takayama. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, Meiho offers seasonal delights: cherry blossoms, moss phlox, and flowering peach in spring; river play, outdoor activities, and fishing in summer; vibrant autumn foliage in fall; and winter sports in the snowy season. Each autumn, the Hakusan Shrine Festival is held across the Meiho region. The Kanomizu no Kakeodori dance, passed down in the Kanomizu district for about 300 years, was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 1992. Meiho also features the renowned Meiho Onsen, famous for leaving skin silky smooth. In addition to the region’s top three specialties—Meiho Ham, Meiho Tomato Ketchup, and Meiho Keichan—Meiho Gibier (game meat) and Meiho Doburoku (unrefined sake) have become increasingly popular in recent years.。