Kajiya-machi (鍛冶屋町)

Flow of the course

About this spot

Shokunin-machi and Kajiya-machi (職人町・鍛冶屋町) are the areas that preserve the old townscape most representative of Gujo Hachiman. Water channels run throughout the district, and the constant flow of clear water is a sight unique to a town of water. Walking slowly along streets lined with latticed houses, you can sense the atmosphere of a castle town that has continued since the Edo period. Peer into the channels and you may spot carp swimming, making it a walk children enjoy too.

Tips

You can walk down here from Gujo Hachiman Castle (郡上八幡城). There are many cobbled paths and narrow lanes, so if you have a stroller it is reassuring to check an easy route in advance. Water-related landmarks such as Sogisui Spring (宗祇水) are also scattered nearby, so stop by them as well.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. The morning, before the sun gets strong, is the easiest time to walk.

Access & map

Kajiya-machi, Hachiman-cho, Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture 501-4218