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Tomioaka, Shimonita
Gunma
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Tomioaka, Shimonita
Gunma
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Tomioaka, Shimonita
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!
Tomioaka, Shimonita
6 Highlights
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Mount Myogi
A mountain with a steep slope and a pointed shape that is counted as one of Japan's three scenic wonders
This mountain has a steep slope with an elevation of 1104m and a pointed shape that is counted as one of Japan's three scenic wonders. There are many strange rocks such as the Candle Rock, Cannon Rock, and Stone Gate. Myogi Shrine, which was established about 1500 years ago, is located here, and the scenery of strange rocks, cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves is breathtaking.
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Mount Myogi
A mountain with a steep slope and a pointed shape that is counted as one of Japan's three scenic wonders
This mountain has a steep slope with an elevation of 1104m and a pointed shape that is counted as one of Japan's three scenic wonders. There are many strange rocks such as the Candle Rock, Cannon Rock, and Stone Gate. Myogi Shrine, which was established about 1500 years ago, is located here, and the scenery of strange rocks, cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves is breathtaking.
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Gunma Safari Park
A natural zoo built on a vast land
This is a natural zoo built on a vast land in hilly terrain. Visitors can see animals in eight different zones and have various experiences such as getting up close to American bison and lions by bus, feeding them, and taking a night safari tour.
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Gunma Safari Park
A natural zoo built on a vast land
This is a natural zoo built on a vast land in hilly terrain. Visitors can see animals in eight different zones and have various experiences such as getting up close to American bison and lions by bus, feeding them, and taking a night safari tour.
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Konjac Park
A facility boasting the largest production of konjac in Japan
This is a factory facility operated by Yokoo Daily Foods Co., Ltd., boasting the largest production of konjac products in Japan. In addition to learning about the manufacturing process and history of konjac, there are also hands-on experience corners for making konjac cakes, shirataki noodles, and jelly. You can also enjoy various konjac dishes and sweets at the Viking zone.
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Konjac Park
A facility boasting the largest production of konjac in Japan
This is a factory facility operated by Yokoo Daily Foods Co., Ltd., boasting the largest production of konjac products in Japan. In addition to learning about the manufacturing process and history of konjac, there are also hands-on experience corners for making konjac cakes, shirataki noodles, and jelly. You can also enjoy various konjac dishes and sweets at the Viking zone.
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Tomioka Silk Mill
The first government-run model machine silk factory in Japan
This building was built in 1872 as the first government-run model machine silk factory in Japan. The brick buildings are still preserved almost exactly as they were at that time. In June 2014, it was registered as a World Heritage Site, and its historical background, which contributed greatly to the development of Japan's silk industry, is also one of its attractive points.
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Tomioka Silk Mill
The first government-run model machine silk factory in Japan
This building was built in 1872 as the first government-run model machine silk factory in Japan. The brick buildings are still preserved almost exactly as they were at that time. In June 2014, it was registered as a World Heritage Site, and its historical background, which contributed greatly to the development of Japan's silk industry, is also one of its attractive points.
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Myogi Shrine
A solemn shrine with a shrine surrounded by old cedar trees
This is a solemn shrine with a shrine surrounded by old cedar trees. The main shrine, Tang gate, and general gate are designated as important cultural properties of the country. It is the largest power spot in Gunma Prefecture that gives benefits such as promotion luck, rising luck, vitality, leadership, and chances.
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Myogi Shrine
A solemn shrine with a shrine surrounded by old cedar trees
This is a solemn shrine with a shrine surrounded by old cedar trees. The main shrine, Tang gate, and general gate are designated as important cultural properties of the country. It is the largest power spot in Gunma Prefecture that gives benefits such as promotion luck, rising luck, vitality, leadership, and chances.
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Isobe Onsen
A hot spring that gushes forth at the birthplace of the hot spring mark
This hot spring gushes forth at the birthplace of the hot spring mark and is said to be a hot spring for the stomach and intestines. You can enjoy various types of hot springs, such as nine hot spring inns, scattered foot baths, and sand and salt baths. After enjoying sightseeing and Isobe senbei, let's heal the fatigue of your trip in the hot spring!
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Isobe Onsen
A hot spring that gushes forth at the birthplace of the hot spring mark
This hot spring gushes forth at the birthplace of the hot spring mark and is said to be a hot spring for the stomach and intestines. You can enjoy various types of hot springs, such as nine hot spring inns, scattered foot baths, and sand and salt baths. After enjoying sightseeing and Isobe senbei, let's heal the fatigue of your trip in the hot spring!
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Eating and Walking near Tomioka Silk Mill
Gourmet food that can be enjoyed along with a tour of the silk mill
Enjoy a food tour in Tomioka, where history is engraved, along with a tour of the silk mill. You can enjoy Tomioka's specialties such as fried hormone, fried manju, and fluffy silkworm pancakes while walking around the town in the mood of a female worker.
Gourmet that the female workers also enjoyed
You can enjoy the gourmet that the female workers enjoyed.
This restaurant preserves the taste of the dishes that the female workers of Tomioka Silk Mill used to eat. You can enjoy retro gourmet such as spicy curry that was popular among the female workers and katsu curry from a Japanese-Western restaurant where they learned table manners.
Konjac cuisine (Gunma Prefecture)
Konjac, the top producer in Japan, from Gunma.
Gunma, blessed with well-drained soil and weather, is the top producer of konjac in Japan. In Gunma Prefecture, you can enjoy delicious konjac cuisine. At Konjac Park, you can not only tour the factory but also enjoy a tasting buffet of konjac made at the factory.
Eating and walking in a castle town
Eating and walking in a castle town with a Taisho-era atmosphere.
Shimonita's castle town is home to splendid feudal lord gardens and a group of Taisho-era sericulture farmers. Enjoy the historic atmosphere while indulging in gourmet food. There are also cafes renovated from Meiji-era shops, giving you a feeling of time travel.
Sweets in Tomioka
Unique sweets in the Tomioka area
You can enjoy unique sweets such as a comparison of matcha flavors and "tamago manju" which is a whole boiled egg inside. There are also ice creams made with various vegetables and fruits harvested locally, so you can taste the flavor of Gunma as sweets.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥9,104
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥32,560
Best Season
3~7 Month
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