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Brief History

May 17^th 1886     Takayama junior high school was established.

June 1^st was set as the anniversary of the school.

Jul 7^th 1886        School name was changed to Hida School.

Oct 26^th 1888         School name was changed to Hida Jinjyo junior high school.

Jul 18^th 1898       School moved to its current location, Sanfukuji, Takayama city.

Apr 1^st 1899       School name was changed to Hida junior high school.

Dragonfly was designed as the school seal.

Apr 1^st 1901       School uniforms were changed.

2 white lines were attached on uniform caps.

Jan 1^st 1908        The school song was composed.

Feb 29^th 1948       Correspondence courses were created.

Apr 1^st 1948        Hida junior high school was promoted to “Senior high school” according to the educational school reform.

School name was changed to Hida Senior High School.

Aug 18^th 1948      School name was officially proclaimed as Hida Senior High School.

Jun 1^st 1986        The 100^th anniversary of the school was held.

Jan 18^th 2003       Hida Senior High School ranked in the first place for preliminary university entrance examinations administered by the government in Hida area.

Jun 1^st 2006        The 120^th anniversary of the school was held.

Jun 1^st 2016        The 130^th anniversary of the school was held

Jun 1^st 2026        The 140^th anniversary of the school was held

The shape of our school seal is based on the image of a dragonfly.

< The Origin of the Current School Seal >

Akizu 秋津 (pronounced akitsu from the Heian period onward) is an ancient word meaning dragonfly. In ancient Japan, dragonflies were regarded as spirits of rice grains. They were considered sacred insects and were often depicted on bronze bells of the Yayoi Era. Dragonfly Island (Akitsushima or Akitsu Island) is a makura-kotoba (a conventional poetic epithet) for the land of Yamato.

Dragonfly Island has come to refer to the land of Yamato, the main Japanese island of Honshū, or more broadly, the country of Japan itself. The origin of the name “Dragonfly Island” comes from a legend recorded in Book Three of the Nihon Shoki, in the section concerning the legacy of Emperor Jinmu. The legend can be translated as follows:

On the day of his enthronement, Emperor Jinmu went about inspecting the land of Yamato. At that time, he ascended Hohoma Hill in Wakigami and, gazing upon the land, he said, “What a splendid land I have obtained! Though it is a small island, it is surrounded by mountains that encircle it like a pair of dragonflies mating in flight.” From this remark,  Yamato(大和) came to be called Akitsushima (秋津洲).

※The name of ”Akizu” was changed to be called ”Akitsu” after Heian period.

Message of Welcome

Gifu Prefectural Hida Senior High School

Welcome to the website of Gifu Prefectural Hida Senior High School.

In 2026, our school proudly marks the 140th anniversary of its founding. Since its establishment in 1886 (Meiji 19), Hida Senior High School has upheld the guiding principle of Kakko Fubatsu—an unwavering and steadfast spirit. In 1908 (Meiji 41), our school composed one of the earliest school anthems in Gifu Prefecture, embedding within its lyrics the ideal of Sessatakuma, which signifies the continuous refinement of oneself through mutual encouragement and diligent effort. These two ideals, handed down across generations, remain the enduring pillars of our educational philosophy.

In an age of rapid social change, the ability to live proactively while respecting diverse values is more essential than ever. At Hida Senior High School, we are devoted to supporting our students’ daily academic endeavors so that they may pursue truth in scholarship and realize their chosen paths for the future. At the same time, through initiatives such as the Regional Issues–Based Inquiry Learning Program (Glocal Inquiry Model) and the DX High School Program (High School Digital Transformation Acceleration Initiative), we actively promote inquiry-based learning and interdisciplinary studies that transcend traditional boundaries between the humanities and sciences. Through these programs, students cultivate critical thinking, sound judgment, analytical ability, and expressive communication skills.

Moreover, through participation in extracurricular activities, clubs, and school events, students further develop independence, creativity, and a spirit of collaboration, thereby fostering rich compassion and well-balanced character.

On the day of graduation, students who have acquired the strength and wisdom to help shape and lead future society engage in a unique tradition: the white cords they have tied together are released into the Daihachiga River that flows alongside our school. In this symbolic act, they pledge enduring friendship with the companions who have shared their formative years and then set forth on their individual journeys toward the future.

We invite you to explore this website to witness how our students honor time‑hallowed traditions while continuing to pursue sincere and forward-looking challenges. We thank you for your continued understanding, cooperation, and support of Gifu Prefectural Hida Senior High School.

April 2026
Gifu Prefectural Hida Senior High School
Koichi Nakamura
Principal

School Mottos

Sessatakuma (Refining oneself through mutual effort)
Kakko Fubatsu (Steadfastness and unwavering resolve)

Our school aims to cultivate creative individuals who can respond effectively to a diverse and complex society by nurturing rich compassion and a strong sense of personal initiative, while equipping students with broad knowledge and striving for a high level of academic achievement.

To realize this goal, we place great value on our history and traditions, and, guided by the spirit of Sessatakuma, foster a culture of independent learning and intellectual self-discipline. At the same time, we seek to cultivate free, yet well‑disciplined human relationships grounded in mutual trust and respect.

Furthermore, we promote the development of physical health and vitality, while nurturing the spirit of Kakko Fubatsu—steadfast perseverance—and practical abilities enriched by creativity.

 

 

School Mission

As a senior high school that has long contributed to regional development and nurtured individuals who lead society,
Gifu Prefectural Hida Senior High School is committed to educational practices through which students proactively acquire new knowledge and broad cultural understanding.
Through these efforts, we aim to cultivate leaders who respect diverse values and engage earnestly in creating a better future.

<Club Activities>

Hida High School has 11 athletic and 9 cultural club activities.

Athletic clubs

・Badminton club

・Baseball club

・Basketball club

・Handball club

・Japanese Archery club

・Kendo club

・Soccer club

・Soft tennis club

・Table tennis club

・Track and Field club

・Volleyball club

Cultural clubs

・Tea ceremony and flower arrangement club

・Art club

・Brass Band club

・Broadcasting club

・Science club

・Interact club

・Photography club

・Calligraphy club

・Pop music club

 

<Student Council>

Student council undertake various school events.

April      Welcoming the freshmen

－to introduce the school activities to the new students.

－to give (*)white lines to the new student boys.

(*):The number of student boys who wear a student cap is decreasing

these days; hence, student boys are given the white lines which would be attached to student caps by student council in this welcoming ceremony.

The first school council

－to explain the 1-year plan of the student council to all the students.

May      Ball-game competition

－to divide into 3 categories; volleyball, basketball, and softball, and to enjoy the competition.

June      Akitsu sai

－to perform plays and displays of each class and the cultural clubs.

July      Send-off party

－to encourage the students who will participate in the various competitions such as prefectural, Tokai, and so on.

September

Sports Festival

－red, yellow, and blue team・・・to try to win a victory.

－black team・・・・・・・・・・to prepare and manage the festival .

March    Hakusen nagashi

－a traditional event of Hida high school. After the commencement ceremony, graduates do Hakusen nagashi with thousands of thoughts about their high school life.

<Outline>

Hida High School is the second oldest public high school in Gifu prefecture and  one of the top-ranked schools located in Hida area. Most of our students go on to national and private universities following graduation. Additionally, Hida High School has been selected as one of the Super Global High Schools (SGH) since 2017. Through the project, our students work on various local issues in order to gain local activation and to nurture local connections. In addition, Hida High School is famous for the traditional ceremony called Hakusen nagashi. Our students tie their white lines (student girls’ white scarves and student boys’ white line which would be attached to student caps) tight and throw them into the river in front of the school with the hope for continuing their friendship forever.

 

<Admission Quota>

2014	280
2015	280
2016	280
2017	280
2018	280

 

<Educational Goal>

・To nurture the students in order to become well- balanced in terms of firm academic ability, rich minds, and good health based on the spirit of mutual respect.

・To nurture the deserving students who are able to take advantage of their ability and