The 41st Annual Orthopaedic Research Meeting of the Japanese Orthopaedic Association

This October, Gifu's Nagaragawa Convention Center sits along the clear Nagara River, where you can take a break between sessions to watch traditional cormorant fishing from the banks. Autumn brings crisp air and the city's famous Hida beef, best enjoyed as grilled skewers or in a hearty stew, while the nearby Mount Kinka and its historic castle offer a scenic walk for a breath of fresh air.