GIFU--Gifu Prefecture on June 5 announced disciplinary measures against a self-described hard-working vice governor and 18 other staff members for smoking inside the prefectural government building.

GIFU--Two hospitals in this central Japan prefecture believe that inpatients having their beloved dogs nearby could stabilize their physical and mental state and accelerate their recovery. So, ...

Located in central Honshu, Gifu Prefecture is an off-the-beaten-track destination perfect for history buffs, lovers of the great outdoors and foodies. One of only eight landlocked prefectures, Gifu’s ...

Gifu – In lush Gifu Prefecture lays a buried treasure a number of companies — including tile manufacturer X-iS — have built their fortunes upon: a type of clay that has cemented the region’s ...

The young adults were given about $160 per person to plan school trips with their former classmates. Read more at ...

GIFU – The first auction for premium persimmon brand Tenka Fubu, which was developed by Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, was held at a wholesale market in the town of Toyoyama, Aichi Prefecture, on Nov 1. It ...