Gifu Nagaragawa Cormorant Fishing Opening 2026
Gifu · 長良川河畔
May 11, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026
🎗️ Culture🎤 Performance
Gifu
5100
About this event
The grand opening of Gifu's legendary 1,300-year-old cormorant fishing tradition on the Nagaragawa River. Watch master fishermen guide trained cormorants to catch sweetfish by torchlight from traditional viewing boats. The opening night features fireworks and traditional performances.