Things to Do in Hashima (羽島市), Gifu: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Hashima (羽島市) in Gifu Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Takehana Betsuin Temple & 300-Year Wisteria (0.8 km), Gifu-Hashima Shinkansen Station Plaza (1.9 km), Kiso Three Rivers Park (9.2 km) and served by Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) via the regional hub at Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station. Set at 5 m elevation (35.3199°N, 136.7033°E), Hashima offers travelers a base for sampling regional Hida wagyu beef (nigiri, skewers, and hoba-miso (朴葉みそ) on magnolia leaf), Takayama ramen, Gohei mochi (walnut-miso grilled rice cakes) cuisine and exploring neighboring Anpachi (安八町) (4.1 km), Kasamatsu (笠松町) (6.8 km), Wanouchi (輪之内町) (7.3 km), Mizuho (瑞穂市) (8.1 km).

Hashima is located in the Nōbi Plain of southwest Gifu Prefecture, with the Kiso River to the east and the Nagara River to the west. Much of the city area is low-lying and subject to frequent flooding. The area around Hashima was part of traditional Mino Province. During the Edo period, most of the area was divided between territory under the control of Owari Domain, and tenryō territory under the direct control of the Tokugawa shogunate. Hashima is a regional commercial center, with agriculture and light industry, notably that of woven cloth dominating the local economy. Within Gifu Prefecture, Hashima (羽島市) serves as a city in Gifu Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1954-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Preserved Edo streets of Takayama, UNESCO thatched farmhouses of Shirakawa-go, Gero Onsen (one of Japan's Three Famous Springs), Gifu Castle, Gujo Hachiman, and Magome-juku.

What to See & Do in Hashima (羽島市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Hashima (羽島市) from Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) at 5 m elevation (35.3199°N, 136.7033°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Hashima):

• Takehana Betsuin Temple & 300-Year Wisteria (0.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Hashima (羽島市).
• Gifu-Hashima Shinkansen Station Plaza (1.9 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Hashima (羽島市).
• Kiso Three Rivers Park (9.2 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Hashima (羽島市).
• Chiyoho Inari Shrine (6.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Hashima (羽島市).
• Kiso River — local sightseeing landmark near Hashima (羽島市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Hashima: Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) (connecting to Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Hashima

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Hashima (羽島市) and Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Gifu Prefecture and Chubu:

• Anpachi (安八町) — 4.1 km from Hashima (Gifu Prefecture)
• Kasamatsu (笠松町) — 6.8 km from Hashima (Gifu Prefecture)
• Wanouchi (輪之内町) — 7.3 km from Hashima (Gifu Prefecture)
• Mizuho (瑞穂市) — 8.1 km from Hashima (Gifu Prefecture)
• Ichinomiya (一宮市) — 9.2 km from Hashima (Aichi Prefecture)

Getting to Hashima & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Hashima (羽島市) via Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km): 20m from Nagoya Station to Gifu on JR rapid trains; 2h 25m from Nagoya to Takayama on the scenic JR Limited Express Hida. From Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station, transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) to reach central Hashima (35.3199°N, 136.7033°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Gifu with Hashima (羽島市) and neighboring Anpachi, Kasamatsu, Wanouchi. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Hashima, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Hashima and continuing toward Anpachi can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Hashima: While Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) anchors public transit for Hashima, picking up a rental car at Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station makes it easy to link Takehana Betsuin Temple & 300-Year Wisteria (0.8 km) and Gifu-Hashima Shinkansen Station Plaza (1.9 km) with nearby Anpachi (安八町) (4.1 km), Kasamatsu (笠松町) (6.8 km), Wanouchi (輪之内町) (7.3 km), Mizuho (瑞穂市) (8.1 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Hashima (羽島市) & Gifu

Dining near Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) and across Hashima (羽島市) highlights the regional food culture of Gifu Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Hashima:

• Local specialty & terroir of Hashima (羽島市): regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Hida wagyu beef (nigiri, skewers, and hoba-miso (朴葉みそ) on magnolia leaf) — regional specialty enjoyed across Hashima (羽島市) and Gifu Prefecture.
• Takayama ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Hashima (羽島市) and Gifu Prefecture.
• Gohei mochi (walnut-miso grilled rice cakes) — regional specialty enjoyed across Hashima (羽島市) and Gifu Prefecture.
• Ayu (sweetfish) from clear rivers — regional specialty enjoyed across Hashima (羽島市) and Gifu Prefecture.

If you are dining in Hashima (羽島市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km).

Where to Stay in Hashima (羽島市)

Visitors staying overnight in Hashima (羽島市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km), or base at major rail hubs in Gifu (Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station) or neighboring Anpachi, Kasamatsu, Wanouchi for quick train access into Hashima. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Hashima & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Hashima (羽島市, 5 m elevation at 35.3199°N, 136.7033°E): April 14–15 & October 9–10 for the Takayama Festival; May–October for Gujo Odori & Nagara River cormorant fishing (ukai); Jan–Feb for snow-draped Shirakawa-go.

Wider sightseeing across Gifu Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Takehana Betsuin Temple & 300-Year Wisteria (0.8 km) in Hashima (羽島市) includes: Preserved Edo streets of Takayama, UNESCO thatched farmhouses of Shirakawa-go, Gero Onsen (one of Japan's Three Famous Springs), Gifu Castle, Gujo Hachiman, and Magome-juku.

Practical Travel Tips for Hashima (羽島市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Hashima: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station or Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) for local bus schedules to Takehana Betsuin Temple & 300-Year Wisteria (0.8 km) and walking maps of Hashima (羽島市).
• Cash & ATMs in Hashima: Convenience stores and major hotels around Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Takehana Betsuin Temple & 300-Year Wisteria (0.8 km) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Hashima accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Hashima: Around Hashima-shiyakusho-mae Station (羽島市役所前駅) (0.4 km) and neighboring Anpachi, Kasamatsu, Wanouchi, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.