Cormorant Fishing House
鵜飼資料園
museum in
Gifu
#9 in Gifu
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#636 in Japan
Cormorant Fishing House in Gifu, Japan, offers a unique glimpse into the traditional practice of ukai, or cormorant fishing, which has been passed down through generations for over 1,300 years. Located along the Nagara River, this historical site allows visitors to observe skilled fishermen, known as usho, who use trained cormorants to catch river fish, particularly ayu (sweetfish). The fishermen navigate the river in wooden boats at night, guiding the birds with tethered ropes and torches, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.
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