2025 Takasaki Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

🚗💨 Pilgrimage to Mount Haruna (Tyumen) 🏞️ Want to explore the charm of Mount Haruna in depth? Here are some must-see attractions and exciting itineraries, especially for fans of Initial D! ✨ ### Trip Highlights: - 08:00 — Depart from Tokyo and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way! - 10:30 — Arrive at Mount Haruna, take photos at the observation deck, and recreate the classic scene from Initial D! - 11:00 — Experience the famous track, challenge and feel the thrill of Fujiwara Takumi's slow driving! - 12:30 — Taste the local Haruna Ramen, let your taste buds travel and replenish your energy for the next journey! - 14:00 — Check in at classic scenes from Initial D, relive moments from the show, and take photos with friends! - 15:30 — Visit the Haruna Shrine to pray for your adventure and good luck on the trails! - 17:00 — Take a walk or boat trip around Lake Haruna and imagine yourself driving an AE86 along the lake! - 18:00 — Enjoy the Haruna Hot Springs, relax and prepare for a wonderful evening of memories! - 20:30 — Return to Tokyo and share your photos and stories so that everyone can experience the charm of Mount Haruna! 📸 ### Must-see attractions: - Haruna Shrine: Visit the Shrine quietly, experience the local culture, and pray for your racing dream! - Lake Haruna: Rent a boat to cruise the lake, or take a walk along the lakeside to experience the leisurely time of the characters in the play. - Haruna Ranch: interact with animals, taste local dairy products, and experience the joy of nature! - Haruna Plateau: A great place for hiking and biking, challenge yourself like you would on a trail! Invite your friends and drive to the charm of Mount Haruna together! #InitialD #Haruna #Self-driving #Adventure #Tokyo Free Travel #JapanGunma 👉 Let us sail towards our dreams and passion together! ✨ #TokyoItinerary #100WaysToTravel #trip

Japan🇯🇵 has many natural scenery and makes it needless to say😂 Every place has its own characteristics!! ️So I can’t go no matter how many times I go And before we went to Takazuto Gorge in the eastern part of Gunma Prefecture💕 Compared to other places it is not a big attraction but it is good mountains and water 😍 Japan🇯🇵 also called its Kanto Yema Creek canyon 👍🏻 during the autumn leaves 🍁 can see the trees on both sides of the Tora Se River 🌲🤔 so every year in October starts a lot of people 🤭 not only tourists are even Japanese more 😌 In addition, the equipment around its surrounding trails is quite complete 💕 Visitors can enjoy the view of nature while taking a leisurely walk🤪 And because of its location, the weather is quite cool🤣 It is very comfortable and relaxing to walk and is very popular with the public👏🏻 In addition, the white triangular Yoshiaki Bridge is one of the checkpoints🤭 It spans Takazudo Pass☺️ You can cross this bridge and overlook the beautiful scenery of the canyon. Of course, there is no shortage of Takatsudo Bridge, which may enjoy the panoramic view of Takatsudo Gorge during the cherry blossoms🌸 and autumn leaves🍁☺️ It is also one of the must-see😉 It's actually worth seeing quite a lot😝 If you really have a period then you can walk on the trail walking route 😍 feel 😀 The transportation is more troublesome 😀 because it is always a natural place Self-driving must be the most convenient If not, you can sit at Tora Se Creek Valley Railway Omama Station!! ️ 6 minutes walk to get there👏🏻 Address: Takazudo, Omama-cho, Green City, Gunma Prefecture #Japanese and Korean city attractions #parent-child activities #photography #weekend trip #overseas travel #Japan travel #japan attractions #japan travel guide #parent-child travel guide #parent-child blog #family activities #

#TravelJapan 🇯🇵 #NewYear2023 🎍 #NatureTrip 🌳 #TakasakiCity [Tokumei-en] is a Japanese garden covering an area of ​​approximately 6,000 tsubo. It is one of the best and most beautiful gardens in the northern Kanto region. 🇯🇵 It is a dry landscape garden and a rock garden. Most of the garden is a walk around the pond. 🏞️ It consists of 4 areas: Karesansui, Moss Garden, and Rock Garden. There are azaleas and cherry trees on the mountain in early spring, lush green trees in early summer, and changing leaves in autumn. 🍁🍁🍁 🌟🌟The beautiful scenery of changing leaves in autumn is very outstanding. Don't miss it. 🌟🌟 ⭐️Kannon Santoku Cave Memorial Park ⭐️Mountains⛰️ ⭐️Yamada Kamachi ⭐️Yamatoku Memorial ⭐️Sakurada Bridge🌸 📍Address: 2857 Ishiharacho, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture 🔺Tel: 027-323-3766 ☎️ 🔶Garden opening and closing hours: 10:00-16:00 Saturdays, Sundays, and summer holidays (April to November) open until 17:00 🔔 🔷Garden admission price: Adults 600 yen, children 300 yen 💴 🔶Access 🔶 🔺By train About 1 hour from Tokyo 🚋 About 45 minutes by Shinkansen from JR Ueno Station → 🚄 About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Takasaki Station (3.3 km.)🚕 🔺By bus JR Takasaki Station West Exit (Platform 8) headed for Kataoka Bus stop No. 8 → 13 Station (17 min.) 200 yen → Cave Kannon entrance (get off)🚌

#TravelJapan 🇯🇵 #NewYear2023 🎍 #PrayerTrip 🙏🏻 #TakasakiCity Kannon Tokumyoen Santoku Memorial Hall, a memorial museum, this sacred cave has collected all 39 Guanyin statues by carving granite by highly skilled craftsmen. Each statue is beautiful and powerful🙏🏻 Inside the natural cave, the temperature is 17 degrees all year round. We can walk and pay homage to all 39 Guanyin statues while feeling the cool breeze and receiving positive energy🙏🏻 📍Address: 2857 Ishiharacho, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture 🔶Tel: 027-323-3766 ☎️ 🔷Opening-Closing Time: 10:00-16:00 Saturdays, Sundays and summer holidays (April to November) Open until 17:00 🔔 🔺Admission fee: Adults 600 yen, Children 300 yen 💴 🔶Access🔶 By train About 1 hour from Tokyo 🚋 About 45 minutes by Shinkansen from JR Ueno Station → 🚄About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Takasaki Station (3.3 km) 🚕 🔷By bus JR Takasaki Station West Exit (Platform 8) bound for Kataoka Bus stop No. 8 → 13 Station (17 minutes) 200 yen → Cave Kannon entrance (get off) 🚌

It only takes an hour from Tokyo station to Takasaki station through the bullet train and an approximately 15 mins bus ride to Kannon sancho bus terminal. You can definitely feel the serenity and tranquility once you step out of the bus. The air is also fresh and the people there are nice. The small unique shops along the shopping street. I was even offered tea even though I was just doing window shopping. The best season to go is during Sakura season where the byakue Kannon will be surrounded with Sakura trees. You can also pay 300 yen to go up the byakue kannon to overlook the city view. Also, if you’re early enough, you can catch the monks praying and chanting. All in all, this is one of the best places I’ve visited! #gunma #japan

Mount Haruna, home to Lake Chaldea in the north of Gunma Prefecture, is in the midst of autumn foliage season. Unfortunately, we weren't blessed with good weather, but the autumn foliage along the lakeside was magnificent. The road to the lakeside was like a shower of autumn leaves. #LakeHaruna #MountHaruna #AutumnFoliage

Address: 849 Harunasanmachi, Takasaki Cost: Free Parking: Free Opening hours: 07:00-17:00 Friends who like the movie Initial D must visit Haruna Shrine  The main deities of Haruna Shrine are the Japanese gods of fire and earth. Therefore, Haruna Shrine has been a place of worship for praying for good luck, a good harvest, and prosperous business since ancient times.

#celebratewithtrip The blue color of the water of Shima Gawa River is beautiful. They call it “Shima Blue.”There are many Onsen resorts along with the river , same as Shima Onsen. They believe that Shima Blue of Shima River is the treasure, which they are proud of in the world. #japan #friendstrip

Haruna Shrine is famous as one of the Kanto region's leading power spots. It is said to bring good luck and prosperity in business. From the entrance to the main shrine is about 700m, and it takes about 15 minutes on foot, but you can enjoy a trekking-like walk in a mystical atmosphere while watching the autumn leaves, the fresh greenery in summer, the giant rocks and the clear stream! The main shrine is a rare building that is embedded in the rock. It is said that the main shrine was shaped like this because the deity is inside the rock✨ On the way back from the approach to the shrine, there are plenty of things to see, such as the nationally designated natural monument "Yatatesugi" and the matchmaking spot Suikinkutsu! After your walk, you can enjoy local gourmet food such as grilled manju and miso oden♪ #Autumn trip #Power spot #Breathtaking view #Gourmet

Kannonzan Jigen-in Temple in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. Takasaki Byakueda Daikannon (Takasaki Byakueda Daikannon [1]) is a statue of Daikannon (Byakue Kannon) on Takasaki Kannonyama Hill in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. It is located on the summit of Mount Kannon at an altitude of 190 meters (within the grounds of the Jigen-in Temple of the Koyasan Shingon Sect), and from the top (the shoulder of the Kannon statue) you can see Takasaki City, the main mountain of Gunma Prefecture, and even Mt. Yatsugatake, commonly known as "Takasaki Kannon". The people of Takasaki call it "Kannon" or "Byakui Kannon". The people pronounce it as Byakui Kannon, and very few people use the name Byakue in local karuta in Gunma Prefecture. 〒.Kannon-y... 2740-2 Ishiharamachi,rdenmeien Takasaki, Gunma 370-0864 027-386-9005☎️

I went to the Boy's Science Museum in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture! The planetarium was quite large, and the starry sky projection was very impressive! I go there every time I go to Takasaki City, so I'm sure I'll continue to use it in the future! 😊 #planetarium

There are a variety of facilities around Takasaki Station, including the Yamada Denki headquarters, an izakaya, and a piano floor on the first floor of the station! All of these facilities are very easily accessible from the station, so I plan to visit more in the future!

This is actually my fourth trip (I've been coming here once a month since June) to Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. Takasaki City is also known as a city of music. I really love the atmosphere! The station is also really big, so I was surprised when I came here for the first time! I think I'll be using it again in the future!

National treasure haniwa figures are on permanent display. Gunma Prefecture is home to many ancient tombs. There are also many items excavated from these tombs on display, which are well worth seeing. The viewing time is probably around 60 minutes. The 3D haniwa exhibit is also beautifully rendered, and can be viewed from various angles.

It's already last year, but I went to Lake Haruna to see the illuminations. This year, due to the effects of COVID-19, the event was scaled down a bit, but I was able to enjoy the fantastic illuminations in a mysterious space. Once things have settled down, I'd like to enjoy the lively illuminations again, as the performances are one of the things I look forward to every year. #illuminations

This photogenic spot is located in Gunma Prefecture. There are lots of Daruma dolls! And they're colorful and cute😍 This place is called Shorinji Daruma Temple. It's close to the city center and easy to access, so it's recommended for a quick photo stop♡ #FreeSpot

Among the mountains that make up Mount Haruna, Haruna Fuji has a particularly beautiful shape. As the name Fuji suggests, its shape is just like Mount Fuji. A ropeway runs from the base, so even non-climbers can easily reach the summit. It is a popular spot with a panoramic view of the beautiful Kanto Plain. #MountainClimbing #Gunma #MountHaruna

Mt. Haruna, one of Gunma Prefecture's famous peaks, is a collective name for several peaks. Among them, the highest is Mount Kamongatake. It is pronounced "Kamongatake." The trailhead is a little away from the famous Mount Haruna Fuji, but the route itself is easy to follow and climb. It is recommended as you can look down on Lake Haruna and Mount Haruna Fuji. #MountainClimbing #MountHaruna #Gunma

I went to the Gunma-chan Shop at Takasaki Station in Gunma! You can meet a lot of Gunma-chans at Takasaki Station. Apparently there are some rare items that can only be found here...❗️ Please come and visit us sometime~ #Gunma#Souvenirs #Summer Trip

As the title suggests, I went to one of the Kanto region's most powerful spots❗️ Gunma Prefecture's "Haruna Shrine"⛩ and Lake Haruna It's said to be a shrine where gods gather and wishes come true I visit it once every few years☺️ This time, I visited at the end of the autumn foliage season The leaves🍁 were beautiful along the way It's a long walk, but it's along a mountain stream so there's a nice breeze There are plenty of negative ions on the premises👏🏻🤍 It's a historic shrine with many places to worship within the grounds, so it's best to take your time Access📝 🚗) Kanetsu Expressway Get off at Komayori Smart and take Prefectural Route 153 and Route 28 to Haruna Shrine (approximately 2 hours 20 minutes) Once you reach Lake Haruna, you'll head to Haruna Shrine via a mountain road, so you can enjoy the lakeside at the same time 😚💓 #Historic site #Haruna Shrine #Lake Haruna #Gunma Prefecture #Cool travel experience #Summer resort you want to keep secret #Amazing view

This was the key highlight of our trip to Takasaki! The face painting was not for the faint-hearted. One wrong stroke could ruin the facial expression.. lol.. (you must be able to accept). Nonetheless, it was truly a meaningful experience, and from watching the making of Daruma doll video, one has utmost respect for the dedication of this family in their preservation of this heritage, that it is already in its 5th generation!!!

[Yakimanju] A fragrant trip to taste Gunma's soul food at a long-established restaurant A yakimanju specialty restaurant founded in the late Edo period in Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture. It is about a 30-minute walk from JR Maebashi Station, or about 15 minutes by car from the Maebashi IC on the Kanetsu Expressway. A fluffy manju skewer is smeared with a sweet and spicy miso sauce and grilled over a charcoal fire to create a fragrant skewer. The restaurant has an open hearth and tatami seats, so you can enjoy freshly baked buns in a traditional atmosphere. When I actually visited, I was drawn in by the fragrant aroma and took a bite, and was moved by the simple yet deep flavor. With just one bite, I understood why it is said to be the soul food of Gunma Prefecture residents. There are also souvenir sets, so you can recreate the experience at home. If you come to Gunma, this is a gourmet experience you definitely can't miss. #absolutelyfreetrip #domestictrip #coupletrip #solotrip #yakimanju #harashimayasohonke #gunmagourmet #relaxingholiday

[Takasaki Kannonyama] Relax with the giant Kannon and nature on a quiet hillside holiday Kannonyama, located in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, is about a 15-minute bus ride from JR Takasaki Station. The Takasaki Byakue Daikannon, which stands on a hill, is 41.8 meters tall. You can even visit the inside of the statue, and you can enjoy a spectacular view of Takasaki city below. The surrounding area includes areas where nature and playground equipment are combined, such as Kannonyama Park and Kerner Square, and is popular with families for its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn. The former amusement park has been developed and is now a popular quiet walking spot. When you visit, you will feel your heart lighten with the gentle expression of the Kannon and the view from the top of the hill. This place, where history and nature blend together, is perfect for a quiet day, whether you're alone or with a partner. #Absolutely free trip #Domestic trip #Couple trip #Solo trip #Takasaki Kannonyama #Byakue Daikannon #Kannonyama Park #Relaxing holiday

[Lake Haruna] Outdoor trip soothed by the highland breeze and the stunning lakeside scenery Lake Haruna in Gunma Prefecture is about 1 hour and 30 minutes by Gunma Bus from JR Takasaki Station. Lake Haruna is a caldera lake at an altitude of 1,048m, and is a treasure trove of nature created by the volcanic activity of Mount Haruna. You can enjoy boating, bicycle rentals, and camping on the lakeside, and the autumn leaves in autumn and the frozen lake surface and illuminations in winter are fantastic. We also recommend the ropeway with a view of Haruna Fuji and visiting Haruna Shrine. When you actually visit and feel the breeze on the lakeside while being rocked on a boat, it's so comfortable that you feel as if you've wandered into a fairy tale world. It was a soothing trip surrounded by nature and tranquility that allowed you to forget about everyday life. If you want to enjoy both the outdoors and the stunning scenery, Lake Haruna is the ideal destination. ##Absolutely free trip #Domestic trip #Couple trip #Solo trip #Lake Haruna #Highland resort #Autumn foliage spot #Relaxing holiday

Playing a round at Yoshii Country Club, set in the hills of Takasaki, feels like escaping to a Hawaiian-inspired oasis—right in the heart of Gunma. This 18‑hole semi-private par‑72 course stretches over about 7,100 yards from the championship tees, with wide fairways and a thoughtfully varied layout . Designed in 1996, it blends gentle bunkering, rolling hills, and photogenic landscape features—sea‑turtle and whale sculptures dotting the terrain add playful charm . The course strikes a welcoming balance: long hitters relish three par‑5s on the front nine, while the back nine brings strategic doglegs and subtle green undulations that sharpen the challenge . Caddies here are often praised as “sweethearts,” and staff service—from shuttle pickup to on-course guidance—leaves a lasting impression . Yoshii’s amenities hold their own, with a driving range, practice greens, cart access, pro shop, restaurant, and even a small onsen-style bathroom. Reviewers love the relaxing vibe: play well, unwind with a deluxe lunch or local gyoza, and enjoy a slower-paced round where only twenty groups tee off daily . If you’re after a scenic, friendly golf day framed by whimsical sculptures, Hawaiian flair, and well-kept fairways—not to mention the gentle Japanese mountain air—Yoshii Country Club delivers a rare blend of fun and finesse. #japanitinerary

#Get a discount without relying on luck Visit the birthplace of Daruma at Shorinzan Darumaji Temple 🎎(Shorinzan Darumaji Temple) Gunma Prefecture, Kanto Region🎋 . Shorinzan Darumaji Temple (少林山達磨寺) or Shorinzan Daruma Temple, the temple of the origin of Daruma dolls Built since 1697, the entire temple will find Daruma dolls lined up in various corners. What people often come to pray for are usually health and fortune. Then they will receive Daruma and use a pen to draw only the right eye. At the end of the year, when the wish has been granted, they will come back to draw the left eye again and burn it. Perform a ceremony with the monks as a thank you to the gods in the Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival at the beginning of every year in Takasaki City or offer Daruma to the temple so that the monks can perform the burning ceremony as well. #traveljapan #japantrip #trip

#aprilblooms Mt. Haruna, which towers to the north of the Kanto Plain in the central part of Gunma Prefecture, is one of the representative mountains of Gunma Prefecture, known as the "Three Mountains of Kamige" along with Mt. Akagi and Mt. Myogi. Ikaho Onsen, located on the west side, is considered to be a volcanic hot spring derived from Mt. Haruna. As if surrounding Lake Haruna (1100 m), which was born from the volcanic activity of Mt. Haruna, the outer ring mountain towers, and the highest peak is Mt. Kamongatake. The appearance of Haruna Fuji in Mt. Uchiwa is beautiful. From the lakeside, the Harunayama Ropeway connects the top of Mt. Haruna, and from the top of the mountain, you can enjoy the majestic view of the Chichibu, Tanigawa Mountains and Mt. Akagi. At the southwestern foot of the mountain is Haruna Shrine, which is said to have been founded in the 6th century. It is said to have benefits such as good luck and business prosperity, and recently it has become popular as a power spot for matchmaking.

"Gunma Iroha" is an antenna shop located on the second floor of the commercial facility "E-Site Takasaki" directly connected to the east exit of JR Takasaki Station, promoting the charms of Gunma Prefecture. It offers a wide range of products, including famous sweets, famous products, local sake, and crafts from all over the prefecture, as well as souvenirs for travel and everyday use.  ⸻ 🍶 Paid local sake tasting corner Inside the store, there is a corner where you can sample carefully selected sake from breweries in Gunma Prefecture for a fee. Using a special tasting machine, you can taste various brands in small amounts, and if you like the sake, you can purchase it on the spot. It is popular with tourists and locals as a spot where you can casually enjoy Gunma's local sake. ⸻ 🛒 Products available (partial list) Famous sweets and sweets: We have a wide selection of Gunma's representative sweets, such as rusks from "Gateau Festa Harada" and Takasaki pudding from "Honey Lover Premium Store". Traditional crafts: Takasaki Daruma dolls, Usaburo Kokeshi dolls, and other crafts that highlight the skills of artisans are lined up. Food and seasonings: There is a wide selection of local seasonings, including Shoda soy sauce, and processed foods made with locally grown agricultural products. Souvenirs: Gunma-chan goods and specialty products from all over Gunma Prefecture are available.   ⸻ 🕒 Basic information Address: 222 Yashima-cho, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture (2nd floor of E-Site Takasaki, East Exit of JR Takasaki Station) Business hours: Weekdays and Saturdays 9:00-20:30 / Sundays and holidays 9:00-20:00 ⸻ 🚆 Access Located on the 2nd floor of E-Site Takasaki, directly connected to the East Exit of JR Takasaki Station, it is an easy place to stop by while waiting for a train or between transfers. It is popular among tourists and business people as a spot where you can fully experience the charm of Gunma without leaving the station. ⸻ #Gunma Iroha #E-Site Takasaki #Gunma Souvenirs #Takasaki Station Gourmet #Gunma Local Sake #Takasaki Pudding #Gunma Tourism #Gunma-chan Goods #Takasaki Daruma #Usaburo Kokeshi #0 Yen Travel