Gifu Prefectural Archives

The Gifu Prefectural Archives maintains extensive collections of regional documents, photographs, maps, and manuscripts documenting the development of Gifu Prefecture.

Founded in 1977, the institution emerged from the need to systematically preserve and organize historical materials related to the Gifu region's administrative past.

Researchers and students access the archives to study local traditions, including documentation about cormorant fishing and the production of Mino washi paper.

Located at 4 Yuhigaoka in Gifu city, the archives open their facilities to visitors who want to examine historical records or participate in exhibitions.

The institution houses government records that detail the transformation of Gifu from a strategic post town on the Nakasendō route to a modern industrial center.

Location: Gifu

Inception: July 1, 1977

Website: https://pref.gifu.lg.jp/page/13452.html

GPS coordinates: 35.43069,136.77410

Latest update: March 5, 2025 05:53