[Gifu Prefecture, Minokamo City] A relaxing gourmet trip to experience the "exclusive flavors" created with local love

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A two- Tomari, one-night trip to Minokamo City , Gifu , about 40 minutes by car from Nagoya , where you can enjoy tofu dishes, craft beer, and rare rice balls. We introduce you to a relaxed gourmet trip that will allow you to experience the passion of the local people.

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Fairfield by Marriott Michi no Eki Project

The Fairfield by Marriott Michi no Eki Project is a regional revitalization project by Sekisui House and Marriott International, which develops hotels close to roadside stations "Michi no Eki" nationwide from Hokkaido to Kyushu. The hotel does not have any dining facilities, but instead has guests use "Michi no Eki" and local restaurants, interacting with local people and enjoying food, and creating a system where guests can fully experience the charm of the area. Hotel staff who are familiar with the area will recommend seasonal information and spots unique to the area. The guest rooms are simple and calm, with comfortable Simmons beds and rain shower-type bathrooms without bathtubs. The hotel's lobby lounge is equipped with a large table, microwave, toaster oven, coffee machine, Japanese tea, and miso soup. Relax in your room and enjoy your purchases from roadside stations, local supermarkets, wineries, sake breweries, etc. in the lobby lounge. After enjoying the area to your heart's content, spend your time relaxing at the hotel as if you were back home. Free high-speed Wi-Fi and tables with power outlets make it ideal for workation. Enjoy a new style of travel, traversing Japan freely while experiencing the charms of each region.

Table of Contents
[Gifu/ Minokamo] A relaxing gourmet trip to experience the "exclusive flavors" created with local love
[Lunch] Rediscover the charm of tofu at "Tofuya"
[Evening] "Local flavor" craft beer made by firefighters | Minokamo Beer
[Walk] Meet people on a stroll around Ota
[Accommodation] Spend a night in nature at Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park
[Breakfast] Handmade rice balls made with the legendary "Hatsushimo" rice | Noukaichiba Shun
📅 Sample plan (1 Tomari, 2 days)
✨Summary: A journey to discover the "human feelings"Oku delicious food

[Gifu/ Minokamo] A relaxing gourmet trip to experience the "exclusive flavors" created with local love

Tofu, craft beer, and the legendary rice balls—a two-day Tomari to experience pure waters and human kindness

Just a 40-minute drive from Nagoya , Minokamo City in Gifu Prefecture is a place where you can enjoy abundant nature, warm people, and food packed with "local love."

In this article, we take a two- Tomari, one-night road trip with a friend to learn about the unique cuisine and people of this region, including a famous tofu restaurant, craft beer brewed by firefighters, and handmade rice balls made with exotic rice.

[Lunch] Rediscover the charm of tofu at "Tofuya"

The trip begins at Kochiya, a restaurant that specializes in handmade tofu dishes. In addition to "freshly made tofu," the tofu-filled lunch set is popular, and includes yuba (tofu skin), udon noodles, and deep-fried tofu.

The freshly fried tofu is especially popular. It's crispy on the outside and incredibly smooth on the inside. From the bean blend to the frying method, the owner, Mr. Wakao, arrived at this flavor through repeated trial and error.

"The people in the community raised me, so now I'd like to give back to them through this store," says Wakao, and his smile warms the heart.

📍Spot information

Tofuya

Address: 337-1 Gifu Prefecture, Kani City, Gifu Prefecture

Phone: 0574-56-0688

[Evening] "Local flavor" craft beer made by firefighters | Minokamo Beer

In the evening, we went to Ota near Mino Station. There, we found Minokamo Beer, which was established by active firefighter Daiki Senda. He started brewing beer because he wanted to give back to the community for raising him.

The beers, made using farmer's "non-standard pears" and "honey with insufficient sugar content," also contribute to reducing food waste. Both of their signature beers, "Pear White Ale" and "Honey Golden Ale," are refreshing and easy to drink, making them perfect for a drink after a stroll.

If you toast on a bench outside, the experience will be even more enjoyable as you look out over the townscape that still retains traces of the Edo period.

📍Spot information

Minokamo Beer

Address: 1-5-2 Ota , Minokamo City, Gifu Prefecture

[Walk] Meet people on a stroll around Ota

After enjoying some craft beer, we took a walk around Ota. Here you'll find a warm, untouched tourist spot, with a traditional electronics store, a renovated cafe, and a florist where dogs greet you at the front of the store.

People passing by naturally start talking to me. This atmosphere reminded me of something I had forgotten in the city.

[Accommodation] Spend a night in nature at Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park

We stayed at the Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park. The grounds feature a foot bath and an animal play area, so you can relax without having to cram your schedule into anything.

In the evening, you can relax in the hot springs at the Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) station and sleep soundly in the fluffy beds.

📍Hotel Information

Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park

・Next to a park that recreates the Showa era

・Dog-friendly rooms available where you can stay with your pet dog

・Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) gourmet food is also within walking distance

Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park

505-0003 2320 Yamanouecho, Minokamo City, Gifu Prefecture

Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park is a Minokamo hotel located next to the roadside station "Minokamo". The adjacent Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park is an urban park created with the image of a Showa-era satoyama. The park grounds include a satoyama cafe, a foot bath corner, athletic play equipment, and a variety of events such as morning markets. It's a great place to play all day, so it's also recommended for families. If you go a little further, you can visit the streets around Nakasendo, which once flourished as a post town, and historical temples. As a base for your trip to Minokamo, which is full of things to see, our hotel welcomes you with a comfortable space and heartwarming service.

[Breakfast] Handmade rice balls made with the legendary "Hatsushimo" rice | Noukaichiba Shun

I got up a little early in the morning and headed to Noukaichiba Shun, run by a local farmer. Here they sell rice balls made with Hatsushimo, a brand of rice produced in Gifu Prefecture. Hatsushimo is a rare variety of rice that is so rare it is called the "phantom rice." Its large grains keep its flavor even when it cools down.

The onigiri rice balls are made by local mothers who carefully prepare the ingredients, such as grilled mackerel, kinpira, and beef, and then gently hand-form them into soft, fluffy balls.

This is a breakfast that will warm your heart, making you think, "Why can onigiri made by someone else be so delicious?"

📍Spot information

Noukai Market Season

Address: 2224-3 Kamihachiya, Gifu Prefecture, Minokamo City, Gifu Prefecture

📅 Sample plan (1 Tomari, 2 days)

Time Content

10:00 Departure from Nagoya(rental car)

11:30 Tofu lunch at "Kochiya"

13:00 Hotel check-in

15: Minokamo Beer & Ota Walk

18:00 Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) hot springs and bedtime

9:00am the next morning: Onigiri breakfast at Noukai Ichiba Shun

10:00 Relax in the foot bath and interactive facilities

11:00 Check out and head home

✨Summary: A journey to discover the "human feelings"Oku delicious food

What I encountered on this trip was not just delicious. It was food that was filled with someone's thoughts and love for the region.

Tofu, beer, rice balls... The stories behind each and every dish will make your travel memories even deeper and warmer.

When you're tired from your busy daily life, or when you want to reset your mind, come and experience the "gentle flavors" of Minokamo.

Fairfield by Marriott Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park Official Website

Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki Project Official Website

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Fairfield by Marriott Michi no Eki Project

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