Gifu Castle, Gifu, Japan
To reach Gifu Castle, there are several trails or a ropeway. I chose to hike the 2.3 km Meisou no Komachi trail, which is popular and a bit challenging. The hike wasn’t too hard, though some parts were tricky. I made it to the top in 35 minutes, taking lots of photo breaks.
At the top, I visited Gifu Castle, Kinkazanmitake Shrine, the castle museum, and the observatory. After a short break at the observatory, I took an easier 1.9 km trail down to be easier on my knees. It was wider and much more comfortable.
At the base, I strolled around the park and took another short break at the information centre before catching a bus back to the train station.
Route Detail
Distance: 6.15km out & back from Gifu Park Bus Stop
Total elevation gain: 357m
Time: 1h 32m (total time with breaks 1h 54m)
Difficulty: Easy
Peak: Mt Kinka 329m
Transportation & Miscellaneous
Train from Nagoya Station to Gifu Station ¥480
Bus from Gifu Station to Gifu Park Bus Stop ¥230
