Kusatsu and Shima are home to tourist attractions such as Kusatsu Onsen, Shima Onsen, and Manza Onsen; tourist events such as the Kusatsu Onsen Thanksgiving Festival, Ise-machi Gion Festival, and Kita-Karuizawa Kogen Festival; and local delicacies such as konnyaku, sauced pork cutlet bowl, and local sake.
Agatsuma-gun is located in the western part of Gunma Prefecture and consists of Kusatsu, Nakanojo, and Tsumagoi. Kusatsu Onsen has long been known as a famous hot spring, and was ranked the highest in the hot spring ranking in the Edo period (1603-1867), and remains one of the best hot spring resorts in Japan. The town of Kusatsu Onsen is a picturesque hot spring resort town, lined with resort hotels, pensions, and inns, and attracts tourists from all over Japan.
Kusatsu Onsen is an acidic spring that is effective for skin diseases, neuralgia, and diabetes. In order to lower the temperature of the hot water, the onsen is heated by stirring the water with a board while singing the Kusatsu-bushi (traditional Japanese folk song), and demonstrations are sometimes held for tourists.
Kusatsu International Ski Resort is located facing Mt. Kusatsu-Shiranesan, and is known to attract many skiers and snowboarders during the season. In summer, visitors can enjoy different leisure activities from winter, such as paragliding and putting golf.
Kusatsu offers not only hot springs but also many tourist facilities. In Nishi-no-Kawahara Park, the hot spring water flows as a river, and visitors can enjoy its flow from the walking path.
Another tourist attraction is the Bälz Memorial Museum, which honors the achievements of Dr. Bälz, a German doctor who devoted himself to teaching medicine in the Meiji era. Dr. Bälz is known for drawing attention to the excellent benefits of Kusatsu Onsen and introducing them to the world.
Kusatsu is lined with soba noodle shops, which have long been a favorite of tourists. The crispy maitake mushroom tempura soba is particularly famous and is a must-try menu item when visiting. Onsen manju (buns) and onsen tamago (hot spring eggs), which are unique to onsen resorts, are also popular. Please pour broth over the onsen tamago and enjoy its tender texture.
Along the Shima River in Nakanojo is Shima Onsen, which has been in existence since the 1500s and was selected as the first national recreational hot spring resort in 1954. In addition to the public baths and open-air baths, footbaths and drinking fountains are also popular spots. The spring water is sulfate water, and has the characteristic of being moist and comfortable on the skin.
Surrounding Shima Onsen are Maya Falls, Ogura Falls, and Okushiman Lake, where visitors can enjoy the great outdoors. Shima Onsen is also home to many fashionable cafes, which are used as rest spots between sightseeing tours.
Kusatsu Onsen is one of Japan’s best-known hot spring destinations, located in Kusatsu Town, Gunma Prefecture. More than 100 natural hot spring sources can be found in and around the town, producing an impressive amount of steaming water and creating the distinctive atmosphere of a traditional Japanese onsen resort. The resort lies at an elevation of approximately 1,100–1,200 meters, surrounded b...»
Kusatsu Onsen Yubatake is the central landmark of Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts. Located in the heart of Kusatsu Town in Gunma Prefecture, Yubatake is widely regarded as the symbol of the entire hot spring town. Approximately 4,000 liters of hot spring water per minute naturally gushes from the ground here. White clouds of steam rise continuously from the flowing wa...»
Tsumagoi Kogen Beer is brewed at the Tsumagoi Kogen Brewery in Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture, surrounded by the beautiful natural scenery of the highlands near Karuizawa and Mt. Asama. The brewery makes use of the region’s seasonal landscape and naturally sourced water from the surrounding mountains to carefully craft its beers. Known as “Tsumagoi Monogatari” (The Story of Tsumagoi), the lin...»
Agashishi Croquette is a local specialty from the Agatsuma region of Gunma Prefecture, made with wild boar meat. With its generous portion and rich, meaty flavor, this croquette was developed as part of an effort to make use of local ingredients while addressing agricultural damage caused by wild boars....»
Iriyama Cucumber is a traditional Japanese cucumber variety that has been passed down in the Iriyama area of Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture, formerly known as Kuni Village. It is a locally preserved heirloom variety that has traditionally been grown mainly for household consumption. Compared with ordinary Japanese cucumbers, Iriyama Cucumber is shorter and thicker, with distin...»
Haba-Hiro Ingen is a traditional vegetable that has long been cultivated mainly in the Irayama district of Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture, formerly part of Kuni Village. Unlike ordinary green beans, it has wide, thin, and flat pods. The pods are tender and can be eaten whole, making this vegetable a familiar part of local cuisine. It has also been sold to visitors to Kusatsu O...»
Tsumagoi Highland Cabbage is one of the signature agricultural products of Tsumagoi Village in Gunma Prefecture. It is grown in highland areas at elevations of 800 to 1,400 meters along the foothills of Mount Asama. The area's significant difference in temperature between day and night helps bring out the cabbage's natural sweetness and crisp texture. Tsumagoi Village is known as Japan's leading ...»
Nozori Dam is a 44-meter-high rockfill dam located on the Nakatsugawa River in Nakanojo, Gunma Prefecture. The dam is operated by TEPCO Renewable Power for hydroelectric power generation. Behind the dam lies the beautiful Lake Nozori (Nozoriko), a scenic reservoir surrounded by mountains and forests. Lake Nozori is part of Joshin'etsukogen National Park and is recognized as one of Japan's 100 Sel...»
Asama Mountain is a 2,568-meter-high stratovolcano located on the border of Karuizawa and Miyota in Nagano Prefecture and Tsumagoi Village in Gunma Prefecture. It is one of Japan’s best-known active volcanoes, characterized by its magnificent conical shape and the white volcanic plume that can often be seen rising from its summit. Asama Mountain and the surrounding peaks are collectively known as...»
Shima Onsen is a historic hot spring resort located in Shima, Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. It stretches along the upper reaches of the Shima River, which originates in the Mikuni Mountains and eventually flows into the Agatsuma River. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the area offers a peaceful retreat in a beautiful mountain valley. Along with Kusatsu Onsen and Ikaho...»
Shimagawa Dam is a gravity-type concrete dam located in Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. It was built in the uppermost reaches of the Shima River, part of the Tone River system. With a height of 89.5 meters, it is the tallest dam managed by Gunma Prefecture. The dam stands amid the rich natural surroundings of Joshin'etsukogen National Park, with the famous Shima Onsen hot spri...»
Shiriyaki Onsen is a historic hot spring resort in Iriyama, Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Known for its unusual natural setting and distinctive bathing experience, this secluded hot spring attracts visitors looking for something beyond a conventional onsen....»
Sawatari Onsen is a historic hot spring resort in Nakanojo, Gunma Prefecture, surrounded by the peaceful mountains of the Japanese countryside. Located at an elevation of approximately 600 meters, the resort offers beautiful views of nearby mountains such as Mount Akihayama and Mount Arakasa, with Mount Haruna and Mount Asama visible in the distance. Sawatari Onsen has long been known as a tradit...»
Kusatsu Town is a highland hot spring town in the northwestern part of Gunma Prefecture, in Agatsuma District. Known for centuries as a renowned hot spring destination, Kusatsu has developed into one of Japan's leading resort towns, welcoming visitors from throughout Japan and around the world. The town is sometimes pronounced "Kusazu" locally and has been familiar to visitors for generations. Su...»
Roadside Station Kusatsu Undojaya Park is a highland roadside station located along National Route 292 in Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. At an elevation of approximately 1,231 meters, it is one of the highest-elevation roadside stations in Japan. Surrounded by clear mountain air and spectacular highland scenery, the facility provides a welcoming stop for travelers heading towa...»
Kusatsu Tropical Wonderland is a privately operated zoo in Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Located at a high elevation, it is known as one of the highest-elevation zoos in Japan. The zoo is conveniently located about 10 to 15 minutes on foot from Yubatake, the famous hot spring source at the heart of Kusatsu Onsen. It is therefore easy to combine a visit with a stroll through t...»
Sainokawara Open-Air Bath is located on the western edge of Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture. Known as one of the largest open-air hot spring baths in Japan, it offers an extraordinary bathing experience surrounded by the natural landscape of the Kusatsu highlands. The combined bathing area for men and women covers approximately 500 square meters, with about 333.5 square meters for the men's bat...»
Netsu-no-yu is one of the most popular cultural attractions in Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's best-known hot spring resorts in Gunma Prefecture. Located directly in front of the famous Yubatake, or “Hot Water Field,” in the heart of the hot spring town, the facility offers visitors an opportunity to experience one of Kusatsu's most distinctive traditions: Yumomi, the traditional practice of cooling...»
Akaiwa is a historic mountain settlement in the southwestern part of Nakanojo Town, in Gunma Prefecture. It is located in the former Kuni Village area and stretches across a river terrace formed by the Shirasuna River, at an elevation of approximately 690 to 710 meters. Covering an area of about 13.23 square kilometers, Akaiwa developed as a rural community where sericulture, or silk farming, bec...»
Nishinokawara Street is one of the main walking streets in Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's three most famous hot spring resorts. The street connects Yubatake, the iconic hot spring source at the center of Kusatsu, with Nishinokawara Park. The walk takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes, depending on your pace, and is lined with souvenir shops, restaurants, cafés, and stores selling traditional sweets...»
The Kusatsu Kataoka Tsurutaro Museum is located at the entrance to Nishinokawara Park, close to the center of Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts. The museum introduces visitors to the artistic world of Tsurutaro Kataoka, a Japanese actor, entertainer, painter, and calligrapher known for his distinctive artistic style. Its convenient location is one of its attractions. Th...»
Kosenji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple in Kusatsu Town, Gunma Prefecture. Belonging to the Buzan school of Shingon Buddhism, the temple is also known as Kusatsuzan Kosenji and is the 44th temple on the Kanto Yakushi pilgrimage route. Standing on a hill overlooking Yubatake, the famous hot spring source at the heart of Kusatsu Onsen, Kosenji has a long and close connection with the resort's ...»
Sainokawara Park is a scenic area at the western edge of Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts. The name is thought to come from the riverbank-like landscape spreading to the west of the hot spring town. The park lies within a designated special area of the Joshin'etsukogen National Park, where the power of nature and the abundance of hot spring water create an unusual and ...»
Ura-Kusatsu Jizo is a relatively new sightseeing area in Kusatsu Onsen, which was extensively developed and opened as a renewed destination in 2023. Located only about 100 meters east of Yubatake, the symbolic center of Kusatsu Onsen, it takes just around five minutes on foot. Despite being so close to the lively heart of the hot spring town, the area offers a completely different atmosphere, char...»
Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort is an all-season mountain resort in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. Located only about five minutes by car from Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts, the ski area is conveniently situated along National Route 292. In winter, the resort becomes a popular ski destination known for its excellent powder snow. From spring through autumn, the slopes transform...»
Kusatsu-Shirane Mountain is an active volcano with an elevation of 2,160 meters in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. Its official name is simply “Shirane,” but it is commonly called Kusatsu-Shirane to distinguish it from other mountains with the same name in Japan. Together with Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts, the mountain is one of the defining symbols of the region. For ...»
Jofu Falls is a spectacular waterfall on the Osawa River in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. Selected as one of the “100 Best Waterfalls in Japan,” it is one of the area's most impressive natural attractions. Although the waterfall is located relatively close to the famous Kusatsu Onsen resort, it stands quietly surrounded by forests and rugged mountain scenery. The peaceful atmosphere and dramatic lan...»
Jikan-yu is a traditional bathing practice that developed at Kusatsu Onsen in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture, particularly from the Edo period through the Meiji period. Unlike an ordinary hot spring bath, Jikan-yu follows a carefully structured sequence of preparation and bathing. The traditional practice consists of several stages, including Yumomi, or stirring the hot spring water, kaburi-yu, or pou...»
Located in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture, the Jukanbo Museum is a museum dedicated to the history of Hansen’s disease in Japan and the importance of human rights. The museum collects and preserves historical materials related to the former Jukanbo (Special Hospital Ward), a punitive confinement facility that once stood on the grounds of the National Sanatorium Kuryu Rakusen-en. Through exhibitions an...»
Among the many day-use hot spring facilities in Kusatsu Onsen, one of the most popular is Otaki-no-yu. The facility uses the precious Nikawa hot spring source, one of the distinctive sources found in Kusatsu, as a natural-flow hot spring without dilution or recirculation. Otaki-no-yu is particularly famous for its traditional Awase-yu bathing method, in which bathers move through a series of pool...»
Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture is one of Japan's most celebrated hot spring resorts and is traditionally counted among the country's Three Famous Hot Springs. Standing directly in front of the iconic Yubatake, the central hot spring source and symbol of Kusatsu, Goza-no-yu is a day-use bathhouse recreated in the style of a communal bath that once stood here during the Edo and Meiji periods. Wi...»
Located immediately beside the steaming Yubatake at the heart of Kusatsu Onsen, Shirahata-no-yu is one of the most popular communal baths in the town. It is one of Kusatsu's traditional public bathhouses, originally intended for local residents but also open to visitors. With the Yubatake just outside, Shirahata-no-yu offers an especially direct way to experience the intense character of Kusatsu'...»
Kusatsu Onsen, located in Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture, has attracted visitors for centuries as one of Japan's most celebrated hot spring destinations. In 2023, a new landmark was created at the entrance to the hot spring town: Onsen Gate Plaza & Foot Bath. The facility was developed as part of improvements to reduce traffic congestion along National Route 292. Rather tha...»
Located in Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture, Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort is a rare year-round destination where the pleasures of a famous Japanese hot spring town meet the refreshing scenery of a highland resort. In winter, the resort becomes a popular ski destination known for its quality powder snow. From spring through autumn, however, the slopes transform into a highland leisure...»
Mount Takeyama is a distinctive isolated peak rising to 789 meters in Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Loved as a symbol of the town, its elegant profile stands out dramatically when entering the Agatsuma area from the direction of Shibukawa. The mountain has a striking contrast between its rugged southeastern slopes and its densely forested northwestern side. Steep rock faces ...»
Nakanojo Gardens is a spacious flower garden in Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Covering approximately 120,000 square meters, the gardens are home to hundreds of varieties of flowers and plants. The site was once known as Hana-no-Eki Minono-hara and reopened as a paid attraction in April 2021. Today, it is being developed as an important center for Nakanojo's community-wide “F...»
Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Village is a spacious hot spring resort surrounded by the beautiful natural landscape of Kusatsu Town in Gunma Prefecture. Located at an elevation of approximately 1,200 meters, the resort occupies a large forested site where accommodation, hot spring facilities, swimming pools, and a wide range of leisure activities are brought together in one destination. Guests can enjoy th...»
The Kuriu Rakusen-en Historical Museum is an educational and community facility located on a highland at an elevation of approximately 1,100 meters, east of the famous Kusatsu Onsen hot spring resort in Gunma Prefecture. Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, this area also preserves the history of people who lived with Hansen's disease, a history that is an important but less familiar part of ...»
Roadside Station Reizan Takeyama is a roadside rest and tourism facility in Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Located along Gunma Prefectural Route 53, it sits at the foot of Mount Takeyama, one of Nakanojo's most recognizable landmarks. Surrounded by mountains, forests, and rural landscapes, the roadside station brings together local food, hands-on experiences, family activitie...»
Roadside Station Kuni is located along National Route 292 in the Kuni area of Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Situated at the gateway to Joshin'etsukogen National Park, it is a popular stopping point for travelers heading toward the famous hot spring resorts of Shima Onsen and Kusatsu Onsen. Surrounded by mountains and quiet rural scenery, the Kuni area is also known as a vill...»
Shima Onsen Town stretches along the clear waters of the Shima River in Nakanojo Town, Gunma Prefecture. The river flows from the Mikuni Mountains, and the hot spring resort extends for approximately 4 kilometers through a peaceful mountain valley. Along with Kusatsu Onsen and Ikaho Onsen, Shima Onsen is counted among the “Three Famous Hot Springs of Jomo,” the traditional name for the Gunma regi...»
Shima Tamura is one of the most historic traditional Japanese inns in Shima Onsen, Gunma Prefecture. Its origins are said to date back more than 500 years to 1563, during the Muromachi period. The ryokan stands within a vast 330,000-square-meter natural setting known as “Tamura no Mori no Rakuyōgō,” or the Tamura Forest Retreat. Six private hot spring sources supply approximately 1,600 liters of ...»
Terme Terme is a spa and leisure complex located within the expansive grounds of Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Village in Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture. Inspired by the traditional European Kurhaus concept, particularly the spa resorts of Germany, the facility combines Kusatsu's famous hot springs with heated pools, saunas, relaxation areas, and hands-on experiences of Japanese hot spring culture. Kusatsu Onse...»
Naganohara Town is located in western Gunma Prefecture, in the western part of Agatsuma District. The town stretches across the northern foothills of magnificent Mount Asama, while the Agatsuma River flows through the northern part of the area. In the south, the Kita-Karuizawa area spreads across a refreshing highland landscape known for its resorts and outdoor attractions. Part of Kita-Karuizawa...»
Hanashiki Onsen is a secluded hot spring destination in Nakanojo, Gunma Prefecture, surrounded by the mountains and forests of the Kuni area. Together with Shinyaki Onsen, Otokku Onsen, and Kyōzuka Onsen, it forms part of the Kuni Hot Spring Area. Unlike famous hot spring resorts with busy streets lined with hotels and souvenir shops, Hanashiki Onsen is a remarkably quiet retreat centered around ...»
The Yoshigadaira Wetlands are an extensive and ecologically valuable wetland complex stretching across Nakanojo and Kusatsu in Gunma Prefecture. Covering approximately 887 hectares at elevations ranging from around 1,000 to more than 2,000 meters, the wetlands lie on the northeastern slopes of Mount Kusatsu-Shirane. The area's unusual terrain and water systems were shaped by volcanic activity, cr...»
Chatsubomi-goke Park, located in the Kuni area of Nakanojo, Gunma Prefecture, is a unique natural park developed on the former site of the Gunma Iron Mine, also known as the former Kusatsu Mine. Iron ore was once extracted here, but today the site is better known for its extraordinary natural environment, where a large colony of Chatsubomi-goke moss thrives in strongly acidic mineral-rich water. ...»
Otsuka Onsen is a secluded hot spring in the rural mountains of Nakanojo, Gunma Prefecture. Located in an area once known as Kōzuke Province, the region has a long history of hot spring bathing and traditional retreats. Unlike the large hot spring resorts of Gunma, Otsuka Onsen has no busy resort town or rows of hotels. Instead, it is centered around a single traditional inn, surrounded by peacef...»
The Nakanojo Biennale is an international contemporary art festival held every two years in Nakanojo, Gunma Prefecture. Instead of being confined to a single museum or exhibition hall, the festival uses the entire town as its stage. Surrounded by mountains and rich in forests, hot springs, traditional culture, and rural landscapes, Nakanojo provides a distinctive setting for contemporary art. Art...»
Kawarayu Onsen is a historic hot spring destination in Naganohara, Gunma Prefecture. With a history stretching back more than 800 years, the spring has long been cherished by visitors seeking rest and relaxation amid the mountains of the Agatsuma region. The hot spring originally developed along the Agatsuma River. Today, however, Kawarayu has a completely different setting. Following the constru...»
Lake Okushimako is a beautiful reservoir located at the far end of the famous Shima Onsen area in Nakanojo, Gunma Prefecture. Created by the construction of the Shima River Dam, the lake is surrounded by lush mountains and broad-leaved forests and is renowned for its remarkably vivid blue water. The lake's distinctive cobalt-blue appearance is known as “Shima Blue”. Depending on the weather, sunl...»
Nakanojo Town is located in the northwestern part of Gunma Prefecture and serves as one of the main gateways to the Agatsuma region. Surrounded by mountains, rivers, forests, and highland landscapes, the town is known for its historic hot springs, beautiful natural scenery, traditional culture, and contemporary art. The town is home to a remarkable variety of attractions, including the Yoshigadai...»
Roadside Station Yamba Furusato-kan is a popular roadside facility along National Route 145 in Naganohara, Gunma Prefecture. Surrounded by mountains and overlooking the beautiful Lake Yamba Agatsuma, it is an ideal place to take a break while exploring the Yamba Dam area and traveling toward Kusatsu Onsen. In Japan, a Roadside Station (Michi-no-Eki) is more than a simple rest area. These faciliti...»
Yamba Tenmei Mudflow Museum is located in Hayashi, Naganohara, Gunma Prefecture, and opened on April 3, 2021. The museum tells the story of the catastrophic 1783 eruption of Mount Asama and the enormous volcanic mudflow known as the Tenmei Mudflow that followed it. Through archaeological discoveries, historical records, objects, and immersive audiovisual displays, visitors can learn not only abou...»
Asama Great Waterfall is one of the most impressive natural attractions in the Kita-Karuizawa area of Naganohara, Gunma Prefecture. Surrounded by the lush forests of this popular highland resort, the waterfall sends a powerful flow of clear water over a broad rocky ledge, creating a refreshing and memorable landscape. Approximately 10 meters high and 30 meters wide, Asama Great Waterfall is known...»
Kawarayu Onsen Oyu is the symbolic public bathhouse of Kawarayu Onsen, a hot spring resort with a history of approximately 800 years in Naganohara, Gunma Prefecture. As part of the Yamba Dam project, the hot spring town was relocated to a new site, and Oyu reopened in July 2014. While its new building incorporates modern comfort, the entrance retains design elements inspired by the traditional ap...»
Asama-en Park is a nature park located in the Kamahara area of Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture, on the northern foothills of Mount Asama. Although the park is geographically located within Tsumagoi Village, it is operated by Naganohara Town on town-owned land. The park is situated amid the vast lava fields of Onioshidashi, one of the most distinctive scenic landscapes in the Asama Highlands. H...»
Tsumagoi Village is a scenic mountain village in the western part of Gunma Prefecture, surrounded by the mountains and highlands of the Joshin'etsukogen National Park. Located in Agatsuma District, the village borders Naganohara and Kusatsu to the east, while Nagano Prefecture surrounds it on the other three sides. Although it is approximately a three-hour drive from the Tokyo metropolitan area, ...»
Manza Highway is a 20.3-kilometer toll road for motor vehicles in Tsumagoi Village, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. The mountain road connects the Tsumagoi Highlands with the famous Manza Onsen hot spring resort and is one of the area's most popular scenic driving routes. From the Joshin'etsu Expressway Usui-Karuizawa Interchange, travelers can reach the route via the Asama-Shirane Volcano R...»
Onioshidashi Highway is an approximately 16-kilometer toll road for motor vehicles connecting Karuizawa in Nagano Prefecture with Kambara in Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. Running along the northeastern foothills of Mount Asama, the road connects the popular highland resort areas of Karuizawa and Tsumagoi. The highway is part of the Asama-Shirane-Shiga Scenic Highway and, together with Manza...»
Tsumagoi Panorama Line is an approximately 30-kilometer agricultural road running through Tsumagoi Village in Gunma Prefecture. The route consists of two sections, the South Route and North Route, located on either side of National Route 144, which crosses the central part of the village. The roads curve around roughly two-thirds of the mountain foothills surrounding central Tsumagoi, offering ex...»
Manza Onsen is a historic hot spring resort located in Hoshimata, Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,800 meters within Joshin'etsukogen National Park, it is one of Japan's highest hot spring destinations accessible by private car throughout the year. Along with Nigorigo Onsen in Gifu Prefecture, Manza is known as one of the highest hot spring resorts i...»
Onioshidashi Park is a nature park in Kambara, Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture, where visitors can explore a vast lava field created by the 1783 eruption of Mount Asama. The rugged landscape of enormous volcanic rocks resembles a sea of stone. Combined with alpine plants that grow between the rocks, the scenery offers a remarkable opportunity to experience both the destructive power of a volca...»
Kazawa Snow Area is a historic ski resort located in Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. The slopes extend from a base elevation of approximately 1,350 meters to the summit at around 1,850 meters, on the northern slopes of Mount Nabebuta, one of the peaks of the Mount Yunomaru area. The resort is known for its high percentage of sunny days, clean highland air, and quality snow. Its long winter se...»
Asama Volcano North Foothills Geopark stretches across Tsumagoi Village and Naganohara Town in Gunma Prefecture. Designated as a Japanese Geopark in 2016, the area explores the relationship between volcanic activity, the natural environment, local communities, and the history of disasters and recovery. The central theme of the geopark is the story of “people's lives connected through disaster and...»
Mount Motoshirane is a 2,171-meter-high volcano located across Kusatsu Town and Tsumagoi Village in Gunma Prefecture. Together with Mount Shirane and Mount Ainomine, it forms the volcanic mountain group collectively known as the Kusatsu-Shirane Mountains. Mount Motoshirane is also part of the celebrated 100 Famous Mountains of Japan. Unlike a single, symmetrical volcanic cone, the mountain consis...»
Asama Highland Park is a spacious resort complex located in Kita-Karuizawa, Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture, at the foot of majestic Mount Asama. Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,300 meters, the resort covers an extensive area of about 220,000 tsubo, equivalent to roughly 727,000 square meters. Surrounded by clear mountain air and abundant nature, the resort includes vacation-home a...»
Kambara Kannon-do is a Buddhist hall dedicated to Kannon, the Buddhist bodhisattva of compassion, located in Kambara, Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. Situated on the northern foothills of majestic Mount Asama, it is one of the most important historical sites preserving the memory of the catastrophic 1783 eruption of Mount Asama. The site is sometimes described as the “Pompeii of Japan” becaus...»
Tsumagoi Local History Museum is a village-run museum located in Kambara, Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. Since opening in 1983, the museum has introduced visitors to the history, culture, and everyday life of Tsumagoi, including the long relationship between local communities and Mount Asama. The museum is located next to Kambara Kannon-do, making the two sites particularly worthwhile to vis...»
Yunomaru Japanese Azalea Colony is a vast natural colony of Japanese azaleas growing on the Gunma Prefecture side of Mount Yunomaru, which rises to approximately 2,101 meters. The colony is located in the Yunomaru Highlands in Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture, within the southwestern part of Joshin'etsukogen National Park. The surrounding highlands lie at elevations of approximately 1,800 to 2,...»
Tsumagoi Baragi Onsen is a peaceful hot spring destination in Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. Surrounded by the seasonal beauty of the Baragi Highlands, the hot spring is nestled among forests and near a tranquil mountain lake, making it a quiet retreat where visitors can relax away from the bustle of everyday life. At an elevation of approximately 1,300 meters, the area enjoys crisp, refresh...»
Palcall Tsumagoi Ski Resort is one of the largest ski resorts in the Kanto region, located in Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. Spreading across the eastern slopes of Mount Azumaya, the resort offers a magnificent mountain setting, quality snow, and extensive ski terrain. The resort has also been known as Palcall Tsumagoi Resort since 2014. It attracts skiers and snowboarders from throughout Ja...»
Lake Baragi is an artificial lake located in the Baragi Highlands of Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture. Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,400 meters at the foot of Mount Azumaya (Azumayasan), one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, the lake has a peaceful shoreline of about 2 kilometers. Surrounded by clear mountain air and impressive peaks, Lake Baragi offers the atmosphere of a highland...»
Kawarayu Onsen Asobi no Kichi NOA is a multi-purpose tourist facility located in the Kawarayu Onsen area of Naganohara Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Opened in August 2020 as part of the regional development around Yamba Dam, the facility brings together a variety of experiences, including camping, barbecues, lake activities, hot springs, and a café. The facility is located directly b...»
Yamba Lake Station Maruiwa is a popular tourist facility in Naganohara Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Located beside the magnificent Lake Yamba-Aga, it offers beautiful views of the lake and surrounding mountains, along with dining, shopping, and sightseeing experiences. One of the facility's main attractions is its open lakeside setting combined with a charming retro-modern atmospher...»
Tomizawa Family Residence is a historic traditional farmhouse located in Daido, Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Built around the end of the 18th century, this large residence is a valuable cultural property that preserves the architecture of Edo-period farmhouses and the history of traditional sericulture. The house was formerly the residence of the Tomizawa family, whose head...»
Karuizawa Toy Kingdom is a family-oriented theme park in Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture, where visitors can enjoy a wide range of toys, attractions, and outdoor activities. Surrounded by the beautiful natural environment of Mount Asama, the expansive park offers something for everyone from infants and young children to adults. The park features indoor play areas filled with toys, outdoor athl...»
Asama Sake Brewery Tourist Center is a popular roadside tourist facility in Naganohara Town, Gunma Prefecture. Operated by Asama Sake Brewery, a historic brewery founded in 1872, the center is located at the gateway to Kusatsu Onsen. Visitors can enjoy a variety of experiences in one convenient location, including tasting locally brewed sake, touring the brewery, sampling regional cuisine, shoppi...»