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Gunma

Mountain adventures and hot springs escapes

About Gunma

Things to do in Gunma

Gunma Power Spot Haruna Shrine

Gunma

Culture

Gunma Power Spot Haruna Shrine

Cathy Cawood

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Tomioka Silk Mill in Gunma

Gunma

Culture

Tomioka Silk Mill in Gunma

Illaura Rossiter

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Usaburo Kokeshi Factory

Gunma

Culture

Usaburo Kokeshi Factory

Kim B

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Joshuyuno Lake

Gunma

Activity

Joshuyuno Lake

Dorothee Tsunoda

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About Gunma

Region	Kanto
Island	Honshu
Capital	Maebashi
Population	2,008,068
Area	6,362.28 sq. km

Not too far from Tokyo in the northern Kanto area, Gunma Prefecture (群馬県, Gunma-ken) can be described as an adventure playground of sorts – skiing, snowboarding, hiking and canyoning (in the Minakami area) provides adrenaline seekers things to do year-round.

Its mountains, ski slopes in the winter, become excellent hiking trails in the summer. Gunma is also the site of some of the nation’s best hot springs, the most notable being Kusatsu Onsen; its Yubatake (hot water field) is a must-see. The Old Tomioka Silk Mill was added to the list of World Heritage Sites in 2014.

Gunma is also famous for its daruma dolls, the traditional Japanese good luck charm.

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Where to eat in Gunma

Touring and Tasting the Food of Maebashi

Japanese

Touring and Tasting the Food of Maebashi

Geoff Day

A Journey through Maebashi, Gunma and fermentation processes in meats, cheeses, sake and more.

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Dining at Minakami Kogen Hotel 200

Japanese

Dining at Minakami Kogen Hotel 200

Sandra Isaka

Dining at Minakami Kogen Hotel 200 is tasty and reasonable. Enjoy an impressive Japanese/Western buffet, simple Japanese classics,..

Souan Cafe, Kusatsu

Food

Souan Cafe, Kusatsu

Peter Sidell

In the hot spring resort of Kusatsu in Japan's Gunma Prefecture, Souan Cafe is a small, charming place for lunch or a snack.

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Places to stay in Gunma

Fujiwara Ski Resort & Sunbird Hotel

Accommodation

Fujiwara Ski Resort & Sunbird Hotel

Gina Anderson

Fujiwara Ski Resort is reasonably priced and easily accessible from Tokyo for a weekend trip. The ski slopes are on the hotel grounds,..

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Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki

Accommodation

Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki

Gloria Ticconi

Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki: a relaxing Holiday in Gunma Prefecture

Tips for Staying in Minakami Kogen

Accommodation

Tips for Staying in Minakami Kogen

Sandra Isaka

Here are 10 tips to make your stay at the Minakami Kogen Hotel 200 the best it can possibly be.

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Kusatsu

Culture

Kusatsu

Dorothee Tsunoda

Kusatsu is one of the most famous onsen places in Gunma. Each year, international and Japanese tourists flow to the town to try..

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Fukiware Falls

Activity

Fukiware Falls

Dorothee Tsunoda

Fukiware Falls are about 20 minutes from Numata center. This place, if you are in Gunma prefecture, is a must. Japanese people call..

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Nakanojo

Culture

Nakanojo

Dorothee Tsunoda

Nakanojo is a town located in the northwest of Gunma prefecture. It is known for the onsen nearby, and its biennial art festival...

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About Gunma

Region	Kanto
Island	Honshu
Capital	Maebashi
Population	2,008,068
Area	6,362.28 sq. km

Not too far from Tokyo in the northern Kanto area, Gunma Prefecture (群馬県, Gunma-ken) can be described as an adventure playground of sorts – skiing, snowboarding, hiking and canyoning (in the Minakami area) provides adrenaline seekers things to do year-round.

Its mountains, ski slopes in the winter, become excellent hiking trails in the summer. Gunma is also the site of some of the nation’s best hot springs, the most notable being Kusatsu Onsen; its Yubatake (hot water field) is a must-see. The Old Tomioka Silk Mill was added to the list of World Heritage Sites in 2014.

Gunma is also famous for its daruma dolls, the traditional Japanese good luck charm.