Known as Ukai, Cormorant Fishing is an ancient fishing method that has been performed in Gifu for 1,300 years in which the fishing master uses cormorants to catch ayu sweetfish. With Gifu Castle looming in the background, in the dark of night the masters and the cormorants set about their work, guided by the flaming torchlights at the helms of their boats. Though short in duration, this ceremony transports you back in time with its subtle yet profound beauty.
