Top Attractions in Gunma

Gunma Essentials

Gunma's landscape is defined by the volcanic peaks of Mount Asama and Mount Akagi, offering diverse highland terrain. The region's industrial legacy is preserved at the UNESCO-listed Tomioka Silk Mill and the Takayama-sha Sericulture School, which pioneered modern silk production in the 19th century. Cultural landmarks include the 41.8-meter-tall Takasaki Byakue Dai-Kannon statue and the historic grounds of Numata Castle. Outdoor sites range from the high-altitude Yokoteyama & Shibutoge Ski Area to the expansive Gunma Safari Park and Ikaho Green Bokujo.

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Tomioka Silk Mill

Tomioka Silk Mill is Japan's oldest modern model silk reeling factory, established in 1872 by the government to introduce modern machine…

高崎白衣大観音

Completed in 1936, this 41.8-meter-tall reinforced concrete statue represents Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy. Visitors can climb the internal staircase to view 20 smaller Buddhist statues and look out over the city of Takasaki from windows located at the statue's shoulders.

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Mt. Asama

Mount Asama is an active complex volcano in central Honshū, the main island of Japan. The volcano is the most active on Honshū.

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Mt. Akagi

Mount Akagi is a stratovolcano in Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

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Numata Castle

Numata Castle is a Japanese castle located in Numata, northern Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

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Takayama-sha

The Takayama Sericulture School, also known as the "Takayama-sha Sericulture School" or the "Takayama-sha Sericulture Improvement Society",…

Gunma Safari Park

The first safari park established in eastern Japan, this facility houses approximately 1,000 animals across 100 species. Visitors drive through specialized zones in private vehicles or park buses to observe lions, elephants, and rare white tigers in open-style enclosures.

Ikaho Green Bokujō

A leisure farm located at the base of Mount Haruna, focusing on interactive animal experiences. The facility hosts sheepdog trials, sheep shearing demonstrations, and hands-on activities including cow milking, horse riding, and butter making.

Yokoteyama & Shibutoge Ski Area

Japan’s highest ski resort reaches an elevation of 2,307 meters. Spanning the border of Gunma and Nagano prefectures, it is known for its long season extending into May and a high-altitude bakery located at the summit of Mount Yokote.