Things to Do in Kasamatsu (笠松町), Gifu: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

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

Overview & City Profile

Kasamatsu (笠松町) in Gifu Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Nōgyō Bunkaen Todagawa Ryokuchi (農業文化園戸田川緑地), Nagoya castle (亀尾城), Inuyama castle (犬山城) and served by Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) via the regional hub at Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station. Set at 14 m elevation (35.3623°N, 136.7580°E), Kasamatsu 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 Ginan (岐南町) (3.7 km), Gifu (岐阜市) (6.8 km), Hashima (羽島市) (6.8 km), Mizuho (瑞穂市) (6.9 km).

Kasamatsu is located in the Nōbi Plain in southern Gifu Prefecture, bordering on Aichi Prefecture. The Kiso River flows through the town, which is located in marshy flatlands and was often subject to flooding. The area around Kasamatsu was part of traditional Owari Province until the course of the Kiso River shifted in 1586, after which time it was part of Mino Province. It was an ancient settlement on the important river crossing connecting Nagoya with Gifu. The mainstay of the local economy is agriculture (rice, vegetables, dairy, poultry), and light industry (computer related products, dairy products, chemicals). Within Gifu Prefecture, Kasamatsu (笠松町) serves as a town (町) in Gifu Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) 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 Kasamatsu (笠松町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Kasamatsu (笠松町) from Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) at 14 m elevation (35.3623°N, 136.7580°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Kasamatsu):

• Nōgyō Bunkaen Todagawa Ryokuchi (農業文化園戸田川緑地) — local sightseeing landmark near Kasamatsu (笠松町).
• Nagoya castle (亀尾城) — local sightseeing landmark near Kasamatsu (笠松町).
• Inuyama castle (犬山城) — local sightseeing landmark near Kasamatsu (笠松町).
• Aichi Prefecture Art Museum — local sightseeing landmark near Kasamatsu (笠松町).
• Kiso River — local sightseeing landmark near Kasamatsu (笠松町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Kasamatsu: Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) (connecting to Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Kasamatsu

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Kasamatsu (笠松町) and Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Gifu Prefecture and Chubu:

• Ginan (岐南町) — 3.7 km from Kasamatsu (Gifu Prefecture)
• Gifu (岐阜市) — 6.8 km from Kasamatsu (Gifu Prefecture)
• Hashima (羽島市) — 6.8 km from Kasamatsu (Gifu Prefecture)
• Mizuho (瑞穂市) — 6.9 km from Kasamatsu (Gifu Prefecture)
• Ichinomiya (一宮市) — 7.7 km from Kasamatsu (Aichi Prefecture)

Getting to Kasamatsu & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Kasamatsu (笠松町) via Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 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 Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) to reach central Kasamatsu (35.3623°N, 136.7580°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Gifu with Kasamatsu (笠松町) and neighboring Ginan, Gifu, Hashima. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Kasamatsu, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Kasamatsu and continuing toward Ginan 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 Kasamatsu: While Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) anchors public transit for Kasamatsu, picking up a rental car at Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station makes it easy to link Nōgyō Bunkaen Todagawa Ryokuchi (農業文化園戸田川緑地) and Nagoya castle (亀尾城) with nearby Ginan (岐南町) (3.7 km), Gifu (岐阜市) (6.8 km), Hashima (羽島市) (6.8 km), Mizuho (瑞穂市) (6.9 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Kasamatsu (笠松町) & Gifu

Dining near Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) and across Kasamatsu (笠松町) highlights the regional food culture of Gifu Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Kasamatsu:

• Local specialty & terroir of Kasamatsu (笠松町): sweet cherry (sakuranbo) orchards and highland fruit farming alongside pastoral dairy farming, highland ranching, and artisanal milk products.
• Hida wagyu beef (nigiri, skewers, and hoba-miso (朴葉みそ) on magnolia leaf) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasamatsu (笠松町) and Gifu Prefecture.
• Takayama ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasamatsu (笠松町) and Gifu Prefecture.
• Gohei mochi (walnut-miso grilled rice cakes) — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasamatsu (笠松町) and Gifu Prefecture.
• Ayu (sweetfish) from clear rivers — regional specialty enjoyed across Kasamatsu (笠松町) and Gifu Prefecture.

If you are dining in Kasamatsu (笠松町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km).

Where to Stay in Kasamatsu (笠松町)

Visitors staying overnight in Kasamatsu (笠松町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km), or base at major rail hubs in Gifu (Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station) or neighboring Ginan, Gifu, Hashima for quick train access into Kasamatsu. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Kasamatsu & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Kasamatsu (笠松町, 14 m elevation at 35.3623°N, 136.7580°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 Nōgyō Bunkaen Todagawa Ryokuchi (農業文化園戸田川緑地) in Kasamatsu (笠松町) 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 Kasamatsu (笠松町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Kasamatsu: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Gifu Station, Gifu-Hashima (Shinkansen) & Takayama Station or Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) for local bus schedules to Nōgyō Bunkaen Todagawa Ryokuchi (農業文化園戸田川緑地) and walking maps of Kasamatsu (笠松町).
• Cash & ATMs in Kasamatsu: Convenience stores and major hotels around Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Nōgyō Bunkaen Todagawa Ryokuchi (農業文化園戸田川緑地) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Kasamatsu accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Kasamatsu: Around Nishikasamatsu Station (西笠松駅) (0.7 km) and neighboring Ginan, Gifu, Hashima, 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.