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Mino Washi Paper Town

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Mino Washi Paper Town

美濃和紙の里

Gifu · Chubu

Mino Washi Paper Town is renowned for its 1300 years of washi paper making, showcasing traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations. The town features unique Udatsu rising walls, which are a distinctive architectural style that adds to its historical charm.

Why we picked it

Mainstream travelers often overlook this area in favor of more popular destinations, missing out on its rich cultural heritage.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
3.9· 574 reviews
Opening hours
Mon 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tue Closed Wed–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Mino Washi no Sato Kaikan (the paper museum at the heart of the area) adults ¥500 (group ¥450), elementary/junior-high ¥250 (group ¥200). Paper-making workshops cost extra; the surrounding Mino udatsu old streets are free to walk.
Nearest station
Matsumori Station · 11 min walk
Website
city.mino.gifu.jp/minogami

Today

Sun closedTue closed

Admission

  • Mino Washi no Sato Kaikan (the paper museum at the heart of the area) adults ¥500 (group ¥450), elementary/junior-high ¥250 (group ¥200). Paper-making workshops cost extra; the surrounding Mino udatsu old streets are free to walk.

Stored weekly hours

Mon 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tue Closed Wed–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to get there

From Nagoya Station · ~47 min by car

Tags

washi papercraftshidden gem

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