Hiking GifuNihon Kamoshika are a goat-antelope which are endemic to central and northern Honshu, with smaller pockets of populations on Kyushu and Shikoku.
They were once almost hunted to extinction but were given special protect by the government and are now listed as least concerned by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
They are still a protected species but in fewer areas, 13 areas spread over 23 prefectures. In non-conservation areas they are sometimes culled for population control.
Nihon Kamoshika - The Japanese SerowHiking Gifu2024-06-30 | Nihon Kamoshika are a goat-antelope which are endemic to central and northern Honshu, with smaller pockets of populations on Kyushu and Shikoku.
They were once almost hunted to extinction but were given special protect by the government and are now listed as least concerned by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
They are still a protected species but in fewer areas, 13 areas spread over 23 prefectures. In non-conservation areas they are sometimes culled for population control.Too hot, can’t rest my feet #lizard #hot #jazzhands #トカゲ #暑い #littlecreatures #hiking_gifuHiking Gifu2024-10-20 | ...Japanese Halloween Display 🎃 #halloween #japan #ハロウィン #おばけ #hiking_gifu #autumnHiking Gifu2024-10-19 | ...Eye to eye with a lizard #garden #lizard #wildlife #japan #hiking_gifu #とかげ #かわいい #eyetoeye #skinkHiking Gifu2024-10-18 | ...Drive-by of Inuyama Castle along the Kiso riverHiking Gifu2024-10-12 | Inuyama castle, the oldest original castle in Japan, has stood by the Kiso river since 1537. It is one of only five keeps designated as a national treasure.Red & White spider lilies #spiderlily #japan #autumn #gifu #hiking_gifu #彼岸花 #岐阜 #秋 #日本 #赤 #白Hiking Gifu2024-10-07 | ...Iwaya Kannon Sanctuary, Sakahogi TownHiking Gifu2024-10-03 | This shrine is built within an old goldmine along the Nakasendo walking trail in Sakahogi town, Gifu prefecture.Nameless waterfall at the Kaore Ravine, Itadori #waterfall #gifu #hiking_gifu #japan #natureHiking Gifu2024-09-23 | ...Late summer at the terraced rice fields of Nakanohocho, Ena #summer #japan #hiking_gifu #ricefieldHiking Gifu2024-09-16 | ...Iwaya Kannon Sanctuary, a shrine built inside a shallow cave on the Nakasendo #nakasendo #shrineHiking Gifu2024-09-14 | ...Raised path with Koi mosaic, Kobushi park, Agigawa lake #koi #mosaic #ena #gifu #hiking_gifuHiking Gifu2024-09-13 | ...Rice field art in celebration of the 1,300th anniversary of Hakusan Shrine #ricefield #gifu #artHiking Gifu2024-09-10 | ...Shichifukujin - The Seven Gods of FortuneHiking Gifu2024-09-08 | The Shichifukujin, or Seven Gods of Fortune, are deities originating from Shintō, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism. With the exception of Ebisu (a Japanese Warrior Guardian) they all originate from continental Asia.
Ebisu - The child of Izanagi and Izanami, the creator deities of Japan. He is the god of good fortune and is usually seen carrying a fishing rod and a sea bream (a fish considered lucky in Japan).
Daikokuten - the god of prosperity. Depicted holding a mallet which, when swung, can make anything one desires appear.
Benzaiten - the only goddess among the seven, she is the goddess of kindness and stands for the virtues of music, eloquence and wisdom.
Bishamonten - a warrior god. He was worshipped by warlords during the Sengoku (Warring States) period. The god of Dignity.
Fukurokuju - The god of popularity, he brings good luck for having children, prosperity, health, and longevity. Sometimes confused with Jurōjin and are sometimes said to be twins. Fukurokuju will be pictured with a crane while Jurōjin will be with a deer.
Jurōjin - very similar to Fukurokuju. He is believed to bestow longevity and to cure illnesses. Often depicted standing next to a deer.
Hotei - Not just a god but actually existed as a real person. Said to have lived as a Chinese Buddhist monk in the 10th century, he would travel the countryside half naked telling people fortunes. He would present rice and sweets from a cloth bag to the poor and young children. He brings laughter and harmonious marriage.The Ripsaw Catfish is an absolute tank #underwater #catfishHiking Gifu2024-09-07 | ...Like a scene out of Pikmin 5 #heypikminHiking Gifu2024-09-05 | ...Kemushi crawlingHiking Gifu2024-09-01 | ...Up close with an Aodaishō, the Japanese Rat Snake #snake #japan #gifu #蛇 #アオダイショウ #hiking_gifuHiking Gifu2024-08-18 | ...Suppon Hatchling rescue #suppon #turtle #softshellturtle #rescue #hiking_gifu #スッポン #かわいい #japanHiking Gifu2024-08-08 | ...Suppon (soft shelled turtle) rescueHiking Gifu2024-08-07 | A soft-shelled turtle (Suppon) found on a hot road in summer was sure to die until…“Cave Coral” cave at the Hida Great Limestone Cave #limestone #japan #gifu #cave #hiking_gifu #hidaHiking Gifu2024-07-30 | ...Hydrangea flowers at a Temizuya water fountain #hydrangea #temizuya #waterfountain #shrine #dragonHiking Gifu2024-07-30 | ...This hover fly seems really happy with this tree… #hoverfly #japan #gifu #hiking_gifu #ハナアブ #natureHiking Gifu2024-07-29 | ...Kasagi gorge, 6am July 22ndHiking Gifu2024-07-22 | Early morning at Kasagi Gorge. The mist rising from the cold water into the warming air is beautifulAbura zemi - The Large Brown Cicada (Nymph)Hiking Gifu2024-07-20 | Japan has 35 distinct species of cicada. This here is a Large Brown Cicada in its nymph stage preparing for its emergence into its adult form.
The Large Brown Cicada (Abura-Zemi) is one of the most common species of cicada in Japan and can be found throughout the Japanese archipelago. Its loud chirping cry can be heard from mid-July until the end of summer.
A Japanese summer wouldn't be the same without them ❤️Sparrow Singing in the rain #sparrow #rain #rainyseason #japan hiking_gifu #スズメ #梅雨Hiking Gifu2024-07-11 | ...Caterpillar shuffling across the road #shuffling #caterpillar #spike #ontheroadHiking Gifu2024-07-04 | ...Pretty? Gross? Pretty gross? Fungal growing on a tree in Gifu city #fungi #mushrooms #japan #gifuHiking Gifu2024-07-04 | ...Damsel fly at a Japanese shrine #damselfly #shrine #torii #nature #insect #shinrinyoku #forestHiking Gifu2024-07-04 | ...Butterfly enjoying nectar in the fields #butterfly #flower #ricefield #suumer #japanHiking Gifu2024-07-04 | ...Shinsei Daibutsu, The Great Buddha of Narita Temple #成田山 #犬山 #buddha #japanHiking Gifu2024-07-02 | ...View the Kiso river from Miyuki park,Sakahogi. River rafting trips available from Minokamo #kisogawaHiking Gifu2024-06-29 | ...Paper lantern with Ukai (cormorant fishing) design in Kawara-machi, Gifu #lantern #art #ukai #japanHiking Gifu2024-06-29 | ...Inaba Shrine Tour, Gifu CityHiking Gifu2024-06-28 | Inaba Shrine in Gifu city has a very long history, over 1900 years, and is said to be a power spot in Gifu prefecture. Once located north of Mt Kinka on Maruyama, it has been in its present location since 1539. Definitely a place worth visiting if in Gifu city.
In this video:
0:00 Intro
0:34 Zenkō-ji Temple
1:23 Inaba Shrine Entrance
2:46 Shinme Horse Statue
3:10 Taikobashi Bridge
3:44 Rōmon Tower Gate
4:16 "Ema" Horse plaques
5:17 Inaba Shrine Honden
5:59 Kuroryu Shrine
7:05 Kibi Shrine
8:11 Kaede Inari Torii GatesLong abandoned railroad beam bridge architecture is beautiful #bridge #railway #japan #architectureHiking Gifu2024-06-28 | The Kita Ena railway was discontinued in 1978 but it left some interesting artefacts in its wake. This beam bridge by the Naegi Castle ruins and the nearby Kisogawa bridge are nice examples of early 20th century Japanese railway architecture.Japanese Serow family - Kamoshika #serow #japan #nature #カモシカ #自然 #wildlife #nakatsugawa #中津川 #gifuHiking Gifu2024-06-26 | A family of Japanese serow (Kamoshika) grazing in a hillside in Nakatsugawa, Gifu.
Once hunted almost to extinction, they are now a protected species and are recognised as a Special Natural Monument. As a result there are almost too many and are sometimes culled to reduce the impact on farming land.
They can be found mostly from central to northern Honshu and some areas on Shikoku and Kyushu.The giant Funaiwa rock of Maruyama shrine, Nakatsugawa #rock #shrine #megalithic #ancient #jomonHiking Gifu2024-06-25 | Funaiwa is a large rock in the shape of a Funa (crucian carp) that was once used as a megalithic solar calendar by the Jōmon people. During the autumn equinox the sun can be seen setting over Mt Kasagi, a mountain 12km to the west, through a gap in the rock.What’s under this dinner-plate sized mushroom? #mushroom #big #under #upclose #キノコ #大きい #wow #自然Hiking Gifu2024-06-25 | ...Nutria chowing down on rice seedlings, farmer won’t be happy #nutria #cute #rice #ヌートリア #かわいい #田んぼHiking Gifu2024-06-25 | A young nutria eating rice seedlings in a rice field. Although cute these creatures do a lot of damage near waterwaysThis bridge was part of the rail service of Kita Ena #rail #history #japan #gifu #恵那市 #hiking_gifuHiking Gifu2024-06-24 | ...Creepy Crawly Centipede with a stink bug for lunch #centipede #hiking_gifu #japan #lunch #legsHiking Gifu2024-06-22 | ...Hornet caught in a honeypot trap, these things are huge! #hornet #honeytrap #hiking_gifu #スズメバチHiking Gifu2024-06-20 | ...Mt Noko - Hichiso town, Gifu prefectureHiking Gifu2024-06-17 | A hike from Kawabe town's "Grand Canyon" lookout (Miharashi Rock) to the peak of Mt Noko inHichiso town. January 25th 2024 was a cold snowy day, so perfect for a lowland hike. None of the pesky bugs which attack during the warmer months and the snowy made for some beautiful scenery.
- Contents of this Video -
0:00 - Intro
0:44 - Trailhead
1:36 - Climb to Miharashi rock
3:10 - Miharashi Rock and Gifu's Grand Canyon
3:54 - Climb to Mt Tōmi
6:27 - "Steel Tower" trail
7:37 - Mt Noko Trailhead
10:02 - Blizzard! and mountain ascent
15:50 - Mt Noko Peak
17:14 - Return trip
18:09 - Agata Shrine
19:24 - Relive map and hike reviewThe Hypnotoad? #frog #night #japan #hiking_gifu #wildlifeHiking Gifu2024-06-16 | ...Indian Frillery Larvae out for a stroll #caterpillar #larva #japan #insects #hiking_gifu #ツマグロヒョウモンHiking Gifu2024-06-04 | ...Fierce little caterpillarHiking Gifu2024-05-14 | ...Daimyojin Inari Shrine, Kakamigahara #inari #shrine #gifu #hiking_gifu #afternoon #sunHiking Gifu2024-05-14 | ...The Japan-China friendship garden, Gifu city, beautiful in spring #springinjapan #hiking_gifuHiking Gifu2024-04-21 | ...Temple Cave WalkthroughHiking Gifu2024-04-09 | A walkthrough of the Oku-no-in cave of Hasamafudoson temple, Seki City, Gifu. The roaring of the waterfall at the entrance fills the cave to create a relaxing atmosphere within.Naegi Castle Ruins, NakatsugawaHiking Gifu2024-04-09 | The final ascent to the mountain top castle ruins of NaegiMelody Tunnel in JapanHiking Gifu2024-01-29 | In Aichi prefecture, Japan, a tunnel had grooves cut into the roads surface so that the vibrations could be felt throughout the vehicle in the tune of Donguri Korokoro, a well known children's song. The tune be heard perfectly if the vehicle is travelling at 50kmh (the speed limit). This was done for the purpose of speed control.