Mosques • Gifu

Gifu, located in central Japan, is home to a growing Muslim community supported by several mosques and prayer rooms. Within a 50 km radius, there are over 20 listed prayer places, with the closest being the Gifu Islamic Complex (also known as مسجد باب الاسلام) just 4.3 km from the city center. This mosque, situated in the Furuichiba area of Gifu, serves as a key spiritual hub for local Muslims. Another prominent mosque is Gifu Fatih Masjid, located 7.9 km away in Kakamigahara, a neighboring city to the south. These facilities provide essential spaces for daily prayers and community gatherings.

Beyond Gifu city, the mapped data shows a concentration of mosques in the Nagoya metropolitan area, approximately 29–38 km away. Notable examples include Nagoya Mosque in the Honjintori district of Nakamura Ward, and Nagoya Port Masjid in Minato Ward. Other prayer places are found in cities such as Ogaki (16.9 km), Komaki (19.9 km), Tsushima (26.4 km), and Kasugai (27.2 km). The Ogaki Masjid, located on Shimazato Street, and Komaki Mosque in the Mamahara Shinden area are important for Muslims in those regions. Additionally, the Future Minakamo Islamic Center in Minokamo (22.1 km) and Toki Masjid (39.6 km) extend coverage to the east.

For Muslims living in or visiting Gifu, the available mapped records indicate that prayer places are established across several sectors, including the city of Gifu itself, Kakamigahara, Ogaki, and further into Aichi Prefecture. While specific neighborhood names within Gifu are limited in the data, the presence of the Gifu Islamic Complex in the Furuichiba area and Gifu Fatih Masjid in Kakamigahara highlights key zones of Muslim activity. This network of mosques and prayer rooms supports the religious needs of residents, students, workers, and travelers, offering spaces for worship and community connection across the region.

When visiting any mosque, it is advisable to check the address and distance from your location, as some are in neighboring cities. Contact details and opening hours are not provided here; verify directly with the mosque. Many listed places have addresses in Japanese, so use a map app for navigation. Note that some mosques may have specific prayer time schedules.