Kiso River cormorant fishing is a traditional fishing method carried out on the Kiso River, which flows through Aichi and Gifu prefectures, and is known as a seasonal feature of the summer. This fishing method, which uses a bird called a cormorant to catch fish, has been practiced throughout Japan since ancient times, but cormorant fishing on the Kiso River is particularly famous.

Characteristics of Kiso River Cormorant Fishing

Use of cormorants：Cormorants have a high ability to catch fish in the water, and domesticated cormorants are used for fishing. Once a cormorant catches a fish, it spits it out at the command of its owner, making fishing very efficient.

traditional techniques：Cormorant fishing is a traditional fishing method with hundreds of years of history, and the fishermen (cormorant fishermen) have special skills. They are trained to control the cormorants, and building a relationship of trust with the cormorants is important.

tourism experience：Kiso River cormorant fishing is also popular with tourists, and you can watch the cormorant fishing from a sightseeing boat. Cormorant fishing at dusk creates a fantastic atmosphere and is particularly beautiful.

seasonal：Cormorant fishing usually takes place during the summer, especially from June to October, during which time special events and programs for tourists are also held.