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Takasaki, Maebashi
Gunma
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Takasaki, Maebashi
Gunma
4.2
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Takasaki, Maebashi
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!
Takasaki, Maebashi
6 Highlights
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Mount Haruna
A famous peak known as one of the "Three Mountains of Joshu"
Mount Haruna has taken its current form due to repeated volcanic activity. It has long been considered a center of mountain worship. It is a mountain where many activities such as camping can be enjoyed, and it even appears as a model in the manga "Initial D".
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Mount Haruna
A famous peak known as one of the "Three Mountains of Joshu"
Mount Haruna has taken its current form due to repeated volcanic activity. It has long been considered a center of mountain worship. It is a mountain where many activities such as camping can be enjoyed, and it even appears as a model in the manga "Initial D".
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Shorinzan Daruma Temple
A famous temple known for the "Takasaki Daruma Market"
Takasaki City is the largest producer of daruma dolls in Japan. Shorinzan Daruma Temple is famous for the "Takasaki Daruma Market," where Takasaki's specialty daruma dolls are sold. One of the temple's attractions is the Sen Shin Pavilion, where the world-famous German architect Bruno Taut spent about two years.
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Shorinzan Daruma Temple
A famous temple known for the "Takasaki Daruma Market"
Takasaki City is the largest producer of daruma dolls in Japan. Shorinzan Daruma Temple is famous for the "Takasaki Daruma Market," where Takasaki's specialty daruma dolls are sold. One of the temple's attractions is the Sen Shin Pavilion, where the world-famous German architect Bruno Taut spent about two years.
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Kamitsuke no Sato Museum
A museum where you can learn about the life of people 1500 years ago
At the Kamitsuke no Sato Museum, you can visit many ancient ruins, including the national historic site, Hodo-ta Kofun Group. The Nishiyama Kofun and Hachimanzuka Kofun have been restored and maintained, making it a great place to learn about the lives of people 1500 years ago.
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Kamitsuke no Sato Museum
A museum where you can learn about the life of people 1500 years ago
At the Kamitsuke no Sato Museum, you can visit many ancient ruins, including the national historic site, Hodo-ta Kofun Group. The Nishiyama Kofun and Hachimanzuka Kofun have been restored and maintained, making it a great place to learn about the lives of people 1500 years ago.
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Takasaki Pasta
The appeal of the strongest cost performance large serving!
Although it is not widely known, Takasaki City is said to have a large number of pasta restaurants per capita nationwide. Takasaki Pasta, popular in Takasaki City, is known for its cost performance and large servings of pasta, and has recently been featured frequently in the media.
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Takasaki Pasta
The appeal of the strongest cost performance large serving!
Although it is not widely known, Takasaki City is said to have a large number of pasta restaurants per capita nationwide. Takasaki Pasta, popular in Takasaki City, is known for its cost performance and large servings of pasta, and has recently been featured frequently in the media.
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Rinshunkaku
A famous building designated as an important cultural property of the country
Rinshunkaku was built by the influential people of Maebashi City who donated funds. It is used as a reception facility and is known as a masterpiece of modern Japanese-style architecture, attracting many visitors. It is also famous as the venue where the poet known as the "father of modern Japanese poetry," Sakutarō Hagiwara, held his wedding ceremony.
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Rinshunkaku
A famous building designated as an important cultural property of the country
Rinshunkaku was built by the influential people of Maebashi City who donated funds. It is used as a reception facility and is known as a masterpiece of modern Japanese-style architecture, attracting many visitors. It is also famous as the venue where the poet known as the "father of modern Japanese poetry," Sakutarō Hagiwara, held his wedding ceremony.
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Kawarayu Onsen
A hot spring with a simple and rustic atmosphere nestled in the Azuma Valley
This is a hot spring with a simple and rustic atmosphere nestled in the Azuma Valley. The spring quality is a simple alkaline hot spring that is transparent, odorless, and tasteless. It is also used for hot spring therapy and is effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, and poor circulation. The communal bathhouse "Oyu," with its Japanese-style architecture, is popular, so be sure to stop by and heal your fatigue when you visit!
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Kawarayu Onsen
A hot spring with a simple and rustic atmosphere nestled in the Azuma Valley
This is a hot spring with a simple and rustic atmosphere nestled in the Azuma Valley. The spring quality is a simple alkaline hot spring that is transparent, odorless, and tasteless. It is also used for hot spring therapy and is effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, and poor circulation. The communal bathhouse "Oyu," with its Japanese-style architecture, is popular, so be sure to stop by and heal your fatigue when you visit!
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Takasaki Pasta
The strongest cost performance with large servings!
It is said that Takasaki city has a large number of pasta restaurants per capita nationwide, although it is not well known. Takasaki Pasta, popular in Takasaki city, is known for its cost-effective large servings of pasta, and has recently been featured frequently in the media.
Takasaki Ramen
A ramen battleground in Takasaki.
Takasaki city is a ramen battleground where you can enjoy various types and flavors of ramen. Because they are not specialized in anything, you can find your favorite taste at each store. Please find your favorite shop in this ramen battleground!
Yaki Manju
Gunma's soul food, Yaki Manju.
Yaki Manju is a soul food of Gunma, made by kneading wheat flour dough and spreading it with a rich miso sauce. The texture of Yaki Manju is like a steamed bun, different from the traditional Japanese sweet dumplings. The sweet and savory miso sauce goes perfectly with it. It can be enjoyed as a meal or as a snack.
Takasaki Fruit
Takasaki is one of the leading fruit producing areas in northern Kanto.
In Takasaki, you can enjoy various fruits such as blueberries, peaches, plums, and pears depending on the season. Along National Route 406 in the Haruna area, there are many fruit orchards and fruit stands lined up, called the "Fruit Highway". You can also enjoy desserts made with Takasaki's fruits at restaurants.
Takasaki Cafe
Takasaki cafes with unique personalities such as matcha and coffee
Takasaki has a variety of cafes with unique personalities, from Japanese-style to Western-style. There are cafes where you can enjoy matcha while overlooking the garden on the grounds of Jigen-in Temple, cafes where you can enjoy freshly roasted coffee, and cafes renovated from old storehouses. It is a perfect place for cafe hopping.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥7,223
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥21,775
Best Season
6~10 Month
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