Guidebook - Tourist Guide of Gunma Prefecture

Gunma
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Gunma Flower Park
Yosioka Town
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Shinto Village Ogura Grape Land
Maebashi
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Kiryu Textile Museum
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Groups of Traditional Buildings)
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Sunflower Maze
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Annaka
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Maebashi
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Isesaki
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Ota
Aputo no Michi
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Hashie PA
Yabutsuka
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Haruna Fruit Rord
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Cherry
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Warrior Procession
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Meiwa
Takayama-sha
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Sericulture School
Kanra
Sakurayama Park
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Kusatsu Onsen
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Ikaho Onsen
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Minakami Onsen Area
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Winter
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History . Culture
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Foods
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Lavender Park
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Kashozan Mirokuji Temple
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Manza Onsen
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Shima Onsen
Kusatsu International Ski Resort
Kusatsu Onsen
Sainokawara Park
Yubatake
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Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
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Fujioka
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Kanna Carp
Streamer Festival
Kanna
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Sakurayama Tourist
Mandarin Orange Orchards
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Ueno
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Fujido Cave
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Ski Area
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Kusatsu Onsen
Onioshidashi Park
Ikaho Onsen
MAP／A-4
Yunohana Manju
Art of lava produced by the large-scale eruption of Mt.
Asama-yama in 1783.
Onsen manju is originated in
Ikaho. The manju later spread
all over Japan.
Ikaho Stone Stairway
MAP／C-3
Ikaho Onsen has a history of 450 years and is well known for the Ikaho Stone
Stairway. Along the Stone Stairway stand shops offering local specialities.
On the top of the stairway, lies Ikaho-jinja shrine.
Kusatsu International Ski Resort Tenguyama Play Zone
MAP／A-3
Enjoy skiing in winter, and sports such as grass carts and miniature golf from spring to autumn.
Sainokawara Park
MAP／A-3
Jagged rocks lie down and hot springs gushes out from
all over the place. “Sainokawara Open-air Bath” in the
park is 500m2, the largest in Kusatsu.
Scenic spot, Agatsuma Gorge
MAP／B-3
This is a famous place for fresh green and autumn
leaves. A promenade and an observation plat form are
built.
Yubatake
MAP／B-3
Yubatake is located in the center of the area and a
symbol of Kusatsu Onsen where 4,000 liters of hot
water gushes out every minute.
Shibukawa Heso Festival (July or August)
MAP／C-3
This festival is called heso (belly button) because Shibukawa is said to be located in the center of Japan. Join the dance on the spot.
Mizusawa Kannon
MAP／C-4
It is one of the Bando Sanjusankasho (33 Buddhist temples in Eastern
Japan sacred to Goddess Kannon).
Kajika Bridge Red leaves Illumination
(Late October to Early November)
MAP／C-3
Enjoy the vermilion lacquered bridge which you will
reach after you climb up the Ikaho stone stairway as
well as the mystical scenery with the autumn leaves.
Netsu no Yu
MAP／A-3
Enjoy Yumomi and dance show. Yumomi is a unique
method to cool down hot water of Kusatsu.
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Mizusawa Udon
MAP／C-4
Mizusawa Udon is one of the three major of udon
in Japan.
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Minakami Onsen Area
Shima Onsen
Takaragawa Onsen
Shima Onsen
MAP／D-1
One of the 10 greatest onsen in the world. There are
4 large open-air bathes along the river.
Ichinokurasawa at Mt.Tanigawadake
MAP／B-2
One of the famous onsen in Gunma locates along the
Shimagawa River, carrying old onsen atmosphere. This drinkable hot water is good for your skin and stomach.
MAP／C-1
This is an overwhelming craggy place located on the east side of
Mt.Tanigawadake, one of the Japan's best 100 mountains. Snow patches
remain even in summer.
Shirokubo no Ochako
MAP／C-3
A traditional local event guessing the taste and smell
of tea.
Rafting
MAP／C-1
Go down the Tonegawa River with a large rubber
boat and enjoy beautiful scenery along the river.
Norn Minakami Flower Garden
MAP／C-2
Narcissus, tulips and cherry blossoms bloom. It
opens from late April to middle May.
Minakami Onsen
MAP／C-3
This is a festival to parade beating “Torioi Daikos (drums)”
whose diameter is more than 1 meter. Held on Jannary 14
every year.
Nakanojo Biennale
A big art event held every two years.
Works of artist across the world are exhibited in various spots including closed.
MAP／C-2
Located in the uppermost stream of the
Tonegawa River with a beautiful open landscape
of the valley and mountains.
Takumi-no-sato
MAP／C-2
About 30 workshops stand in this area. Enjoy painting
Japanese masks, making pottery, bamboo works and
soba-noodle making.
Sarugakyo Onsen
MAP／C-2
Located by Lake Akayako facing the Tanigawa
Mountain Range.
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Torioi Festival
Hoshi Onsen
MAP／C-2
Hoshi-no-yu where the source gushes out at visitor's
feet is famous and historic. The whole building is
designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural
Property.
House of Tomizawa
MAP／C-2
Tomizawa family was famous for sericulture in late Edo
period. This house holds a one-of-a-kind classic structure.
Lake Okushimako
MAP／B-2
This is a bright cobalt green lake. The contrast with autumn leaves of the mountains is marvelous.
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Spring in Gunma
Gunma Flower Park
MAP／D-4
A wide spectrum of flowers blooming beautifully all year.
Yase River
MAP／E-5
150 cherry blossom trees grow along the Yase River. This is the perfect
time for taking a stroll along Sakura Promenade, which is a nature trail.
Best season : late March to early April
Cherry Blossom Festival at Obata Castle Town : Warrior Procession
MAP／C-5
The Cherry Blossom Festival at Obata Castle Town features a noble band of warriors paraiding through
the cherry tree-lined streets and around the old Samurai residences.
When: first Sunday of April
Kanna Carp Streamer Festival
MAP／C-6
Over 800 carp streamers hung from Mt. Tsutsuji over the Kanna
River to pray for children’s growth and health. The festival is
held from late April to early May.
Tennouzakura
MAP／D-2
This huge cherry blossom tree is said to be more than 300 years old. Early
May is the best time. Illumination is offered.
Akagi Nanmen Senbonzakura
Akima Plum Grove
MAP／C-4
There are 35,000 plum trees and it turns red and white in the
early spring. It is good for taking a walk.
Best season: March
MAP／D-4
This is one of the Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The
1,000 cherry trees extend for 1.3 km.
Best season : early April to middle April
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Fuji no Saku Oka
Spring in Gunma
Tsutsujigaoka Park
MAP／F-5
MAP／D-5
This spot is famous for Japanese wisteria. There
are 250m high wisteria trellis and a sample garden with 45 kinds of Japanese wisterias. Enjoy
various shapes and colors wisterias.
Best season : late April to middle May
This is the world’s most famous azalea park.
The best season is from late April to early May.
Iwai Cherry blossom-Tree-Lined Path
MAP／C-3
About 300,000 daffodils and one-kilometer of cherry blossom trees are by
its side.
Hanamomo Peach Blossom
MAP／E-3
This flower goes into full bloom at places such as
Godo Station and Obatake district, Sayado. Its
peak season is from early April to late April.
Misato Shibazakura Park
MAP／C-4
Numata Park Cherry Blossom
Festival
MAP／D-2
Red, pink and white carpet phlox are planted in a
spiral pattern over the hillside. This park is designed to resemble a pink hagoromo – a legendary robe of feathers belonging to an angel.
Best season: early April to early May
210 cherry trees glow in the park and are
illuminated in the evening during the
blossoming season.
Koinobori no Sato Festival
MAP／F-5
Enjoy the Festival (in which its record for the number of koinobori
(carp banners) hoisted was recognized) while also viewing cherry
blossoms.
· Koinobori :late March to early May
· Cherry blossoms:late March to early April
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Tambara Lavender Park
MAP／D-2
About 2 hours from Tokyo. The scenery of 50,000
lavenders are magnificent.
Summerin Gunma
Isesaki Fireworks Festival
MAP／D-4
This festival takes place along the Hirose River, which flows
through the center of the city.
When : September
Denen Yume Hanabi Tamamura Fireworks Festival
MAP／D-5
The fireworks are shot up on rice fields. This is the earliest firework in Gunma.
When : middle July
Isobeyana
MAP／C-5
This sweetfish restaurant opens only in the summer. There is also a
free footbath nearby.
Open: late June to middle December
Oze Iwakura Lily Garden
MAP／E-1
A vast lily garden using ski slopes. The best time to see is middle July to
late August.
Hachimanzuka Sunflower Maze
MAP／C-4
This sunflower maze is located near the ancient burial mound
called Hachimanzuka Kofun.
Best season: middle to late August
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Sunflower Field
at Lake Nyuko
MAP／C-5
During the summer, this lakeside turns yellow.
Best season : early August
Oze National Park
Summerin Gunma
MAP／E-4
MAP／E-1
The Japan's biggest wetlands in highlands is truly
a paradise on the earth. Visitors can enjoy flowers
from season to season and autumn leaves.
Lake Harunako
MAP／C-4
Enjoy everything from fishing to trekking. In summer a fireworks display takes
place over the lake. Roughly 3,000 fireworks light up the night sky.
Ota Yoshizawa Yuri no Sato
MAP／E-4
150 petals of 50 kinds of lilies bloom. During this
time, there will be sales of potted plants. You can
also try some lily tempura.
Best season : early June to middle June
Fujido Cave
MAP／B-6
This is 2.2 km. It was explored by a Buddhist monk
roughly 400 years ago. He gave stones in the cave
homes associated with.
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Konaka Otaki Falls
MAP／E-3
The view from Kesakakebashi, a thrilling suspended bridge with stairs, is spectacular.
Autumnin Gunma
Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
MAP／A-2 , A-3 , B-3
Leaves of trees near the top of Mt.
Kusatsu-Shiranesan change the color
to red and yellow in early September.
Showanomori Sansou
MAP／D-3
There are golf courses reflecting the image of Augusta, an honorable golf course of
the world, and accommodations.
Manza Highway
MAP／A-3
This highway offers spectacular autumn leaves.
Ebisuko Festival
MAP／E-4
This festival is held annually at Nishinomiya-jinja Shrine. It gets crowded with people who come to for a prosperous business. On the first night of the festival, the
festivities go on all night.
When : November 19 and 20
Fukiware-no-taki Falls
MAP／D-2
This is called Niagara of the East with 7 meters in height and 30 meters in
width. Beauty of the gorge and autumn leaves seen from a promenade and a
viewing stand is overwhelming.
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Autumnin Gunma
Sakurayama Park
Hanadaka Flower Hill Lookout
MAP／C-5
A beautiful garden planted with field mustard, cosmos and other
seasonal flowers with a panoramic view of the mountains of the
Kanto Plain.
MAP／D-6
There are 7,000 Fuyuzakura trees and autumn
leaves. The Fuyuzakura is designated as a national
place of scenic beauty and a natural treasure. Best
season : middle November to middle December
Nagame Entertainment Theater
MAP／E-4
This wooden, two-story building was built in 1937. During the fall, the Kanto Kiku
(Chrysanthemum) Display is held at Nagame Park.
Mountain Hike
Enjoy hiking the mountains in Gunma.
The photo is Mt. Iwabitsu-yama. (MAP/B-3)
Mt. Akagi-yama
MAP／D-3
It is one of the 100 Famous Mountains of Japan. Along the outer rim of the crater,
near Lake Akagi Onuma, you can enjoy hiking or trekking.
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Winter in Gunma
Kitakaruizawa Fire Festival
MAP／A-4
Approximately 4,000 candles are placed all over the snowfield,
which creates a fantastic world with drum playing and fireworks.
Winter Sports
Gunma is surrounded by mountains, blessed with snow.
Swans (Gabanuma Pond)
MAP／F-5
Swans flock into the area near Gabanuma Pond in Ora Town.
The best season is between late January and early February.
Hachiojiyama Park
MAP／E-4
In the winter, the Christmas light illumination is appealing.
when : middle November to early January
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Joshu Yakiman Festival
MAP／D-5
Okushi Manju (buns on large skewers)- which are made inside Isesaki-jinja Shrine by grilling four buns 55 cm in diameter on a
single skewer over a charcoal fire- are distributed to the crowd
to give them good fortune.
When : January 11
Winter in Gunma
Yukake Festival
MAP／B-3
Held in the morning of the midwinter every year in Kawarayu Onsen.
There is filled with vapor and hot air.
Haruna-jinja Shrine
MAP／A-4
Fun event held in February every year!
MAP／C-4
This magnificent shrine is one of the most well-known spiritual spots in the Kanto
region. The amazing honden (main sanctuary) blends in to the boulders
surrounding it. The shrine’s harmony with its natural surroundings is one of its
main charms. Haruna Shrine is even more alluring under a veil of snow.
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Asama Kogen Snowballing Tournament
Snowfield on Mt. Akagi-yama
MAP／D-3
In this vast natural environment which is close to Tokyo you can enjoy ice
fishing for Japanese smelt or walking in snowshoes.
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Nukisaki-jinja Shrine
History·Culture
MAP／C-5
This Shrine was said to be established in 530. The main sanctuary holds a
unique design of being located at the bottom of the approach. It has been
designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan.
Rinkokaku
MAP／D-4
This is a guest palace built in the Meiji period
where the Meiji Emperor and the imperial
family stayed. The wooden buildings and the
Japanese garden convey the Japanese spirit to
people today.
Myogi-jinja Shrine
MAP／B-5
It is located on Mt. Hakuunzan, the main peak of Mt. Myogisan and
has a history of 1500 years. The magnificent main shrine is beautifully built and engraved.
The Three Stelae of Kozuke (Kozuke Sanpi) MAP／C-5, D-5
These three ancient stone monuments have been nominated in Japan for UNESCO Memory of the World listing. They are one of Japan’s most precious treasures
for learning about our ancestors’ lives.
Akagi-jinja Shrine
Kashozan Mirokuji Temple
MAP／D-2
The Japan's biggest mask of a long-nosed goblin or Tengu with 6.7
meters in face length and 2.7 meters in nose height is held in the temple.
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Aputo no Michi
MAP／B-4
The former railroad tracks crossing the Usui Pass have been made into a nature trail. Enjoy natural surroundings such as “Meganebashi” (Spectacles
Bridge)”, which is an Important Cultural Property of Japan, and Lake Usuiko.
MAP／D-3
This shrine has the legend of two beautiful princesses- Fuchinahime and Akagihime. It is said that women’s wishes (such as fulfillment in love and marriage fortune) will come true.
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Kimono Fitting
History·Culture
This activity is organized by the Kiryu Orihime Club. It
is held on the first Saturday of each month. You
should take a walk in Kimono around the streets of
Kiryu.
Fee : 3,000 yen
Tomioka Silk Mill (World Heritage Site)
MAP／C-5
Takayama-sha Sericulture School
(World Heritage Site)
MAP／D-5
This facility was a government-run model spinning mill and
was established by the Meiji government in 1872. It achieved
the mass production of high-quality raw silk and made significant contributions to the spread of silk all around the
world.
It was an educational institution for silk cultivation founded by Chogoro Takayama. He established seion-iku, a method of carefully regulating
ventilation, temperature and humidity. Students
from all over Japan studied at this institution.
Tajima Yahei Sericulture Farm
(World Heritage Site)
MAP／E-5
This is the old residence and farmhouse of Yahei Tajima who perfected the modern sericulture thechnique called “Seiryo-iku”, which focuses on ventilation. This is the first warmhouse for Seiryo-iku and
the main characteristic of this two-story house is
the “Yagura”, window for ventilation on the roof.
MAP／E-4
Kiryuori
Arafune Cold Storage
(World Heritage Site)
Kiryuori, the form of Kiryu textile, has a history of 1300
years. It is the best silk fabric in Japan, and has been
designated as a Traditional Craft of Japan.
MAP／B-5
Arafune Cold Storage is the remains of Japan’s largest facility for storing silkworm eggs. It makes use of cold air which
passes through the space between large rocks. It made a
significant contribution to the advancement of the silk industry, as it allowed silkworm eclosion to be carried out
multiple times per year.
Kiryu Shinmachi Important Preservation Districts for
Groups of Traditional Buildings
MAP／E-4
Textile factories and old shops with sawtooth roofing line the streets were
built over 400 years ago.
Kiryu Yagibushi Festival
MAP／E-4
The city bustles with the excitement of Kiryu Gion Festival
and Yagibushi Odori, a traditional dance.
When : First Friday, Saturday and Sunday in August
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Kokeshi
MAP／D-4
Kokeshi is handcrafted dolls. Try and paint your own Kokeshi.
Daruma Doll Painting
MAP／C-5
Take a look at Daruma dolls being made at workshops or try painting the
beard and brows on to those faces.
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Foods
Joshu Ota Yakisoba (Ota)
Takasaki Pasta (Takasaki)
Ota city is called the town of yakisoba as there are many yakisoba restaurants. Try and taste the wide variety of yakisoba.
The City of Pork Dishes (Maebashi)
Maebashi City produces the best pork meat in Japan. Tasty pork dishes
such as Sauce Katsudon are a local specialty.
Okkirikomi
This local dish is made by stewing extra-thick udon noodles in a broth
with plenty of vegetables.
Kokufu Chinese cabbage
(Takasaki)
It is a local specialty of Takasaki City.
This cabbage tastes very sweet.
Takasaki City has many pasta restaurants. Enjoy the taste of locally grown
ingredients.
Sukiyaki, the best hospitality dish Gunma
has to offer.
Sukiyaki warms your body up. Western Gunma has
ingredients that are perfect for making Sukiyaki.
Shimonita Leeks
Shimonita leeks are a local specialty of
Shimonita Town. Can only be eaten during the fall and winter.
Tonkatsu
It features a crisp batter coating and juicy meat.
Ueno Village Mushrooms (Ueno)
The mushrooms are grown by using sawdust
from broad-leaf trees.
Shimonita Konnyaku
In Shimonita Town, konnyaku potatoes all over Japan are collected and processed.
Tonkatsu
It features a crisp batter coating and juicy meat.
Local Sake/Beer
Koshihikari grown in Kawaba, "Yukihotaka"
"Yukihotaka" rice grown in Kawaba received the gold prize for eight
consencutive years at "International Contest on Rice Taste Evaluation."
Sake breweries and wineries storing local sake and beers produced
with natural water are dotted in this area. Enjoy brewery tours and try
tasting.
Yakimanju
Yakimanju is Gunma’s specialty snack made by putting sweet and savory miso
sauce on wheat balls and grilling then.
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Shinto Village Grape Land (Shinto)
Fruit Picking
MAP／C-4
Between August and September, the orchards of 30 resort farms
are available, where you can pick your own grapes.
Enjoy seasonal fruit picking.
Yoshioka Town Ogura Grape Land
(Yoshioka)
Fruit picking (Minakami,Kawaba)
Enjoy seasonal fruit picking in each season.
MAP／C-4
Usually open from about early August to middle October. The
types of grapes that grow here will vary depending on the time of
year.
Sakurayama Tourist Mandarin Orange Orchard
(Fujioka)
MAP／D-6
Four farms are located here. 4,500 mandarin orange trees have been
planted on a 2.5 ha orchard. Enjoy picking mandarin oranges between
November to December.
Apple (Numata)
Numata produces various apples rich in suger and tops the yield of apples in Kanto.
Best season : late August to late November
Fruit Picking Excursion (Shibukawa)
Haruna Fruit Road (Takasaki)
MAP／C-4
Many local fruit stalls stand along this road. You can enjoy picking fruit such as
Japanese nashi pears.
Best Season : August to December
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Enjoy fruit picking all year round: strawberries
(January to May), cherries (middle June to
middle July), blueberries (July to August),
grapes (August to early October) and apples
(September to November).
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Access to Gunma
Shima Onsen
40 min from Nakanojo
by bus
●
Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal
●
25 min from Naganoharakusatsuguchi
by bus
Minakami Station
●
Kan-Etsu
Expressway
Naganoharakusatsuguchi Station
150 min from Ueno by JR Limited
Express “Kusatsu”
●75 min from Takasaki on JR Agatsuma
Line
●
Numata Station
●
Gunma
Joetsu Line
Prefecture
Jomo-Kogen
ManazaKazawaguchi
Numata IC
Omae
Showa IC
Nakanojo
Akagi IC
Naganoharakusatsuguchi
Ikaho Onsen
Hokuriku Shinkansen
Karuizawa
Usui-Karuizawa IC
Matsuida
-Myogi IC
Shibukawa
Shibukawa-Ikaho IC
Joestu
Shinkansen
Annaka
haruna
Matsuida
Saku-Komoro JCT
180 min from Narita Airport
by highway express bus
●180 min from Haneda Airport
by highway express bus
●
Numata
Agatsuma Line
GummaHaramachi
50 min from Tokyo
by Joetsu/Hokuriku Shinkansen
●120 min from Shinjuku
by JR Shonan Shinjuku Line
●
Tsukiyono IC
Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal
Shim-Maebashi
Maebashi IC
Maebashi
Annaka
Isobe Onsen
Takasaki
Kiryu
Shin-Kiryu
Takasaki IC
Takasaki JCT
Isesaki
Fujioka JCT
Tomioka Silk Mill
JR Ryomo Line
Iwafune JCT
Ota
Sano-Fujioka IC
Tatebayashi
Tatebayashi IC
Takasaki Line
Tohoku
Shinkansen
Kumagaya
Joestu/ Hokuriku
Shinkansen
Hanyu
Kuki-Shiraoka JCT
Hachiko Line
Tsurugashima JCT
25 min from Sibukawa
by bus
●150 min from Shinjuku
by highway express bus
“Joshu Yumeguri Go”
●
Isobe Onsen
JR Syonan
Shinjuku Line
Kan-Etsu
Expressway
Ken-O
Expressway
5 min from Isobe on JR Shin-etsu Line
Kuki
Omiya
Kawaguchi JCT
Akabane
Oizumi JCT
Nerima IC
●
Hachioji JCT
Tomioka Silk Mill
●
15 min on foot from Joshu Tomioka
on Joshin Dentetsu Line
Tohoku Expressway
Kita-Kanto
Expressway
Ashikaga
Tobu Isesaki Line
Joshin-Etsu
Expressway
Ikaho Onsen
50 min from Takasaki on
JR Joetsu Line
Takasaki Station
Minakami
Minakami IC
Shima Onsen
60 min from Takasaki on
JR Joetsu Line
Chuo Expressway
Misato JCT
Ueno
Shinjuku
Kunitachi-Fuchu IC Takaido IC
Asakusa
Tokyo
Shinagawa
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