basic information

Furukawa is a small town in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture and the center of the rural municipality of Hida City. Furukawa is located only about 15 train minutes north of the city of Takayama.

Furukawa is smaller and calmer than Takayama. Like Takayama, the town gained wealth and fame through the high quality timber of the region and the high level craftsmanship skills of the local carpenters.

Like Takayama, Furukawa has a nicely preserved old town and a famous festival. Held one week after the Takayama Spring Festival, the Furukawa Festival features large drums, barely dressed men and tall, beautifully decorated floats.

Attractions

Canal Area (1) Small canal lined by white walled storehouses. Festival Hall (2) Introduces the Furukawa Festival. Takumikan Craft Museum (3) About the history and tools of the carpenters. Mishima Candle Shop (3) Traditional Japanese style candle shop.

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