🗺️ Gero Onsen Morning Market下呂温泉 いでゆ朝市

If you're staying at Gero Onsen and want to buy souvenirs and local specialties, I recommend visiting the morning market "Chutou Asamichi," which opens at 8 AM. It is located at the entrance of "Gero Onsen Gassho Village," where ten gassho-zukuri houses have been relocated from places like Shirakawa-go. The market operates daily from early March to early December. The shops display local specialties such as tomato juice, blueberry jam, local sake, pickles, and a variety of reasonably priced food items. Some products are available for tasting, allowing you to sample before you buy, which is the most reassuring way to shop. In addition to food, there are also handmade goods like small bags and storage pouches, antiques, and folk crafts, making it enjoyable to browse through each shop. One of the most interesting aspects is chatting with the staff. Besides asking about the products, engaging in friendly conversation can lead to recommendations for hidden gems and great local shops.

The morning market held in the Gero Onsen area operates daily from early March to early December. The venue is located at the entrance of "Gero Onsen Gassho Village" and has parking available.