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

A nameless pond (commonly known as Monet's Pond) in Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture It is located in a place rich in nature, and the nearby river is also beautiful Address 501-2901 Itadori Shiratani, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture Fee Free Access [Car] Mino IC → National Route 156 → Prefectural Route 81 → National Route 256 → Itadori Shiratani, Seki City Register the facility in front of the pond, "Flower Park Itadori," in your navigation system [Transportation] From JR Gifu Station, take the Gifu Itadori Line to "Horado Kiwi Plaza" Take the Itadori Fureai Bus to "Shiratani Hydrangea Garden" and walk 150m to arrive

Monet's Pond is just over an hour's drive from Nagoya 🐠 As you climb up the mountain, you'll find a free parking lot and it's easy to spot as there are a lot of people there! A short walk away is the pond 🙆🏻‍♀️ The weather was nice, so the water was crystal clear. I heard it's even more beautiful in the summer, so I recommend going in the summer 💯 (I went in the fall) You should definitely go! #Monet'sPond #Nagoya #Gifu #Koinobori

A visit to Monet's Pond, a popular spot in Gifu Prefecture The pond itself is small, but it is much clearer than it looks in the photo, which is impressive. The photo was actually taken the day after it rained, so I think it is even more beautiful in real life. The vivid red and black carp and the sunlight shining into the pond were very beautiful. I recommend stopping by during your leisurely trip around Gifu. #GifuTrip

#SummerWeekendTrip Since it's close to Aichi Prefecture, I went to Monet's Pond for a drive 👏 Apparently its official name is 'Nameless Pond'. There were many edited photos from reviews on other sites, so I was skeptical about whether it was really that beautiful, but even up close, the water was very clear and there were beautiful carp swimming around, so I was surprised! 😂 If you're visiting Gifu Prefecture, please stop by 👏

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.

Location: Mountain village in Gifu Prefecture Accommodation: Hiyado no Yado Shinmei Onsen Yumoto Sugishima Address: 4838 Itadori, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture Budget: About 25,000 yen The mountain village cuisine and Hida beef eaten around the hearth are incredibly delicious 😆❗ I recommend eating less for lunch because you'll be full anyway 🍴 It seems like you can enjoy seasonal dishes. You walk to the private bath, but it feels like a walk in the mountains. The hot spring water that you reach is thick and delicious ♨️ Feels great ✨ A secluded hot spring inn where you can experience a worldview like a Japanese folk tale ✨ There is a tourist spot, Monet's Pond, on the way 💕 Information for October 2021. #gourmet #couple trip #gourmet #hot spring #Gifu Prefecture

This is a must-visit spot for anyone visiting Gifu. Most visitors come by car, but there are plenty of parking spaces so you can easily park. There is no admission fee, so you can relax and unwind. Next to the pond is a shrine and a hydrangea garden, making it a popular photo spot. #QuintessaCampaign

There is a cedar forest in the park, and although it is a bit of a walk, there is a lot of greenery and it is pleasant to walk through. It is full of negative ions. The cedar forest really makes you feel like you have entered the world of Ghibli. It is a wonderful, mysterious place. Seasonal flowers bloom in the park, and this time I was able to see hydrangeas. There is a warning sign that says to be careful of vipers and bees. I think it is a good idea to wear long pants. Also, be careful after it rains as the rocks can be slippery. #QuintessaCampaign

It was a sacred place with a mysterious atmosphere, as if you had wandered into another world. You can take beautiful photos of the greenery and the waterfall, so I recommend visiting during the season when the new leaves are in bloom. You will see a sign for Iwamon Falls on the north side of Prefectural Route 81, and if you drive up there for a while you will find a parking space. From there it is a little over 10 minutes on foot to reach the waterfall. However, the climb is quite steep, so it may be difficult for elderly people and those with weak legs and hips. I checked the Health app and found that I had climbed about 15 floors (about 75 meters). #QuintessaCampaign

I went there by public transport! It took almost a whole day. It was really beautiful, and I couldn't stop taking photos.

Do you know "Monet's Pond" in Gifu Prefecture? 😳✨ Monet's Pond is a pond in the Itadori district of Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, where you can experience the world of the world-famous painter Claude Monet's "Water Lilies" painting! ️✨✨ Tourists from all over Japan flock to the pond for its beauty! Many colorful carp fish swim in the pond! Why not go and see Monet's Pond? #BreathtakingView #Monet'sPond #GifuPrefecture #BreathtakingView#AJourneyToEnjoySpring

Gifu Prefecture Commonly known as Monet's Pond Monet's Pond in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture It's a nameless pond, but it's called Monet's Pond because it looks like Monet's famous painting, the water lilies. I think it's a place that became famous through books about stunning views and social media. By the way, my photos are unedited images. There are a lot of edited photos on social media, so you might be disappointed when you see them in person. It's more beautiful through a camera than with the naked eye ^ ^ When I went there, it was right around the time of the boom, so there was a huge traffic jam on the way there that lasted more than an hour. #stunningview

First, soothe your fatigue with a relaxing soak in the hot springs at Shinmei Onsen Yumoto Sugishima. This hot spring allows you to relax in a tranquil environment, and the view from the open-air bath is amazing🌄. It's a truly exquisite experience that hot spring lovers will not be able to resist✨. Next, Monet's Pond. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the pond, which is just like one of Monet's paintings🎨. The water lilies floating in the pond and the crystal clear water are reflected just like a painting. The view reflected on the water's surface is fantastic from any angle, and is sure to look great in photos📸. 📍Basic Information ✴︎Shinmei Onsen Yumoto Sugishima ✴︎Address: Shinmei Onsen, Yamagata City, Gifu Prefecture ✴︎Access: 40 minutes by car from JR Gifu Station ✴︎Price: Day trip hot springs available (check official website for prices) ✴︎Opening hours: 10:00-22:00 ✴︎Monet's Pond ✴︎Address: Oyada, Mino City, Gifu Prefecture ✴︎Access: 20 minutes by bus from JR Minoota Station ✴︎Price: Free ✴︎Opening hours: Always open 🌟Travel Tips If you go to Monet's Pond early in the morning, there will not be many people and you can enjoy the fantastic scenery of the pond at your leisure. Especially in spring and summer, the water lilies bloom beautifully🌸. #Spring0yentrip #Domestictravel

This is a wonderful pond with carp swimming as if dancing in the air in the clear water. The water lilies bloom in the early summer, so the pond is said to be even more beautiful at that time. There is a parking lot, but it fills up at busy times. There are narrow sections of the road along the way, so please drive carefully.

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I went to "Karudamon" in #Seki City, #Gifu Prefecture ε"ε"(ﾉ⸝⸝>ㅁ<)ﾉ A cafe where you can eat spicy curry and breakfast all day long (๑⃙⃘´༥`๑⃙⃘) The inside of the store is warm and you can relax ( ´͈ ᵕ `͈ ) I ordered #French toast and hot coffee (people •͈ᴗ•͈) The French toast is made in a baguette and uses coconut milk as the base, so it has a mild and sweet taste✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ The French toast comes with honey, so you can adjust the sweetness with honey🍯 I, of course, poured it all onꉂꉂ(>ᗜ<*) 🥖Menu🥖 French toast: 250 yen Hot coffee: 500 yen 🏍Karudamon🏍 Address: 119-1 Yamada, Seki City, Gifu Prefecture Business hours: Monday to Thursday 10:00-16:00 Friday 10:00-19:30 Saturday 8:00-19:30 Sundays and holidays 8:00-16:00 Closed on Wednesdays Parking: Asphalt #ConnectwithMotorcycleLovers #GifuMorning #GifuCafe #GifuTouring #Shinobi-chan #FrenchToastMorning #DomesticTravelRecord

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

#European travel Famous French painter Claude Monet. He was one of the founders of the Impressionist style and painted famous works such as and . Claude Monet was so impressed by Giverny that he happened to stop by on a train from Paris and spent the rest of his life building a house and cultivating a garden. Monet loved his garden so much that he even created a pond, making the house and garden the background for his works. The house and garden are now tourist attractions visited by many tourists and are a day trip destination from Paris. Recommended visiting period: April~September Admission fee: 12 euros Points of interest: Be sure to visit the Orangerie Museum before and after visiting Monet's house and garden.

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