ほっとする店
A shop specializing in Hida's traditional craft of Ichii Itto Bori (Ichii woodcarving). The hand-drawn owl pictures created using Sanchu washi paper are so popular that over 50,000 pieces have been created. The pictures come in seven sizes, from bookmarks to Shikishi paper boards, and framed pieces using solid elm wood are also available. Books have also been published and sold nationwide. Inside the shop, you'll also find craft items made using materials like black persimmon wood, all handmade by Tadao Ushimaru. Look for the sign featuring a Fortune-Inviting Cat, carved from a single piece of cypress wood.
Nestled in the lush nature of northern Gifu Prefecture and encircled by the Northern Alps, Hida City is a quiet place where life takes on a different meaning. Time moves slowly, guided by the seasonal breeze, and local life remains relatively unchanged, shaped by the environment and remarkable fe...
Surrounded by majestic mountains and lush greenery, Hida Furukawa is a quaint town north of Gifu Prefecture and not far from Takayama City. It is a throwback to the traditional streets and the charming architecture of old Japan, filled with history and culture. Feel the warmth of the local...
