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Head to Gunma Prefecture, just a short trip from Tokyo, to relax in abundant natural onsen and enjoy thrilling outdoor activities among beautiful scenery.
Gunma’s towering peaks, dramatic gorges, and spectacular lakes create a haven for outdoor activities. You can explore Gunma in every season: hiking, rafting, canoeing, and canyoning in warmer months or skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and ice fishing in winter.
Gunma is a year-round destination with unique appeal in each season. Its peaks, marshlands, rivers, and lakes are ideal for outdoor adventure, rural hot springs provide the ultimate in relaxation, and small cities rich in tradition let you immerse yourself in Japanese culture.
From relaxing in outdoor hot spring baths surrounded by snow to adventure in the mountains, Gunma is a haven for winter activities. Skiers and snowboarders can try top-tier backcountry skiing at one of Japan’s best ski areas, or take it easy on gentle, family-friendly slopes.
Getting to Gunma from Tokyo by train is quick and easy. The Joetsu and Hokuriku shinkansen lines run throughout the day from Tokyo to Takasaki in around 50 minutes, or to Jomo-Kogen Station (Joetsu only) in about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Kusatsu is one of Japan's best-known onsen towns. Ryokan inns dot this quaint area, which retains an authentic Japanese atmosphere. At the town's center is the Yubatake, its spring source, which emits large quantities of steaming hot, mineral-rich water.
Capture the essence of the great outdoors. Hiking in Gunma means exploring beautiful natural landscapes on some of Japan’s best mountain trails. Many of the prefecture’s mountains are located in national parks, and their peaks offer spectacular views—including of the Japanese Alps and even Mt. Fuji.
Hike its extensive marshland, canoe across its crystal-clear lakes, and ski its powdery slopes. Takasaki, Tomioka, and Maebashi have deep cultural heritage and delicious cuisine. They are within easy reach of Tokyo and are a great base for exploring Gunma.
Gunma’s main destinations are popular during weekends and holidays, but generally quiet at other times. It’s easy to get to less touristy parts if you stay outside the main onsen and ski resorts. Discover Gunma’s “off the grid” destinations.
Minakami is a mountainous area with rich natural scenery and an adventurous streak. Minakami is at the source of Tone River, known for its thrilling whitewater rafting. The area provides world-class skiing, with a choice of ski resorts and backcountry options.