Tourist Information of Gunma

The Kusatsu and Shima areas are recommended for a relaxing hot spring trip! Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's most popular hot spring resorts, has acidic spring quality that is effective for skin diseases and diabetes. The specialty of Kusatsu is the "yumomi," where they sing the Kusatsu song while stirring the hot spring with a board to lower the temperature. Shima Onsen, surrounded by nature and with a retro townscape, is rumored to have an inn that served as a model for the popular Ghibli movie "Spirited Away." Nearby, there are many popular tourist spots where you can feel the beauty of nature, such as the beautiful "Shima River" and the cobalt blue "Oku-Shima Lake."

Ikaho is a famous area for the "Ikaho Onsen," which is easily accessible from Tokyo in about 90 minutes and is perfect for a relaxing one-night, two-day hot spring trip. You can enjoy picturesque views just by walking along the symbol of the area, the "Ikaho Stone Steps," and you can also enjoy food unique to hot spring towns, such as the original hot spring manju. It is recommended not only for families and couples, but also for "girls' hot spring trips." At the nearby "Ikaho Green Farm," you can interact with cute fluffy animals, and at the top of Mt. Monomi, "Uenoyama Park," you can enjoy magnificent views of nature and the cityscape, so there are plenty of fun tourist spots other than the hot spring town, and you will never get bored!

Maebashi and Takasaki, known as the "City of Water, Greenery, and Poetry," have many natural and picturesque tourist spots, such as the stunning cherry blossom tunnel at "Mount Akagi," which was selected as one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots, and the vast paradise of "Gunma Flower Park," where various flowers bloom throughout the seasons and illuminations create a romantic atmosphere during winter. There are also many shrines and temples, such as the "Haruna Shrine," where Takeda Shingen prayed for victory, and the "Jigen-in Temple," which is the first temple of the Kanto 88-temple pilgrimage and is also known as a power spot. Each spot has its own best viewing season, so it's fun to choose your destination according to the season!

Mizukami, the northernmost town in Gunma Prefecture, is a highly attractive place with abundant nature. It is one of Japan's leading heavy snowfall areas, and winter sports such as the popular "Tanigawadake Tenjindaira Ski Resort" and "Mizukami Kogen Ski Resort" are popular due to the quality of the snow. There are also many hot springs and accommodations such as the "Saru-ga-Kyo Onsen," which is effective for hypertension and rheumatism, and the "Mizukami Onsen-kyo," where you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the mountains of Tanigawadake. You can relax and heal your body after a busy day or a lot of play.◎

Tatebayashi and Ota are both very nature-rich towns, with large rivers such as the Watarase and Tone flowing north and south. There are many spots where you can see seasonal flowers and scenery, such as cherry blossoms, azaleas, hydrangeas in the spring and summer, and autumn leaves in the fall. Among them, the nationally famous Tsutsuji-no-Oka Park and Tobu Treasure Garden are surrounded by beautiful seasonal flowers, offering an extraordinary view and perfect for taking photos. Many tourists, including couples and families, visit every year. If you take the "Keikyu Railway" along the Watarase River, you can enjoy the changing natural scenery at a leisurely pace.

Tomioaka is famous for the Tomioka Silk Mill, the world's first government-run model machine-made market, which is registered as a World Heritage Site. The city also has many other spots that families would love to visit, such as the Gunma Safari Park, where you can get up close and personal with powerful animals like lions and white tigers, and Mt. Myogi, where you can see various strange rocks formed by past volcanic eruptions. The Konjac Park, located just a 15-minute drive from the Tomioka Silk Mill, offers factory tours and hands-on experiences making konjac, as well as a buffet zone where you can eat as much konjac cuisine as you want for free. It's a fun place for both kids and adults alike!

Oze, mentioned in the lyrics of the famous Japanese song "Natsu no Omoide," is located here. The wetland "Oze-ga-hara," which is said to have been formed 10,000 years ago, offers magnificent natural scenery with precious alpine plants such as skunk cabbage. Walking leisurely while enjoying the view will make you feel calm and peaceful. Wooden walkways are also available, so anyone can enjoy hiking easily. There are also many spots where you can take Instagram-worthy photos, such as the "Fukuroda Falls," which is a natural monument of Japan and also called the "Niagara of the East," the "Lavender Park," and the "Lockheart Castle," which has been used as a filming location for many movies and commercials, including "Fly Me to the Saitama." It's a great place to visit for an Instagram-worthy trip!

Akagi, a mountain that is listed as one of Japan's top 100 mountains and top 100 scenic spots, can be seen from Kiryu City's "Suido Mountain Park." The area is also famous for its "handmade udon" noodles. At Akagi, you can enjoy activities such as mountain climbing, ice fishing for wakasagi, skiing in the winter, and barbecuing, hot air ballooning, and skydiving in the lower reaches of the Watarase River, taking advantage of the natural terrain. Near the city center of Kiryu, you can interact with rare animals at "Kiryu Zoo," enjoy attractions at "Kiryu-ga-oka Amusement Park," and experience handmade udon noodles and factory tours at "Kiryu Udon Village," making it a perfect area for family trips.