5 Walking Tours in Gunma Prefecture That You Shouldn't Miss

August 18, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Gunma Prefecture (群馬県, Gunma-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located in the Kantō region. Its capital is Maebashi.
Restaurants in Gunma Prefecture

1. Nagasaki Private Full-Day Tour by Public Transportation

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See the highlights of Nagasaki on an 8-hour guided tour with transportation by public transit system. Visit the Nagasaki Peace Park, the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum, go to the former settlement of Dutch traders, journey back to the Edo era at Dejima, and more. Private tour is limited to a maximum of ten people. Please advise your desired departure location upon booking.

Inclusions: English-speaking guide, Transportation fees, Hotel pickup and drop-off from Nagasaki

Exclusions: Lunch, Entry Fee

Reviewed By Glenn B

We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour

2. Full-Day Private Nagano Tour: Zenkoji Temple, Obuse, Jigokudani Monkey Park

Nagano Station, Japan, 〒380-0921 長野県長野市大字栗田59 Japan Awaits
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On this tour, spend a full-day in Nagano exploring the city and enjoying what this quaint town has to offer. Your English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nagano Train Station at 8:45 AM. You will either take public transportation (train and bus) or private chartered vehicle around town based on your booking. Immerse yourself in the city's culture and visit major Nagano attractions such as Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, the famous Zenkoji Temple, Chikuma River, Obuse Town, and relax in a traditional onsen/ hot spring (optional).

Inclusions: Private tour with English-speaking (or other available language) tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels within Central Nagano only), Transportation within Nagano City , Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Onsen (hot spring) fee: 700 JPY per person, Other optional activities for guests .

Reviewed By 926maggieh

While we were sad to have to cancel our July trip to Japan due to the pandemic, we found the process of working with Japan Awaits to be easy and efficient. I can't speak to the full experience since we weren't able to go, but filling out the form and our communication with the company was no problem. And their prompt and courteous response to our request for a refund speaks to their professionalism. We will definitely come back to ask for their help in procuring tickets to the Studio Ghibli Museum when we do finally make it to Japan! Fingers crossed for next summer.

3. 1 Day Japan Heritage Tour in Kiryu from Asakusa

Asakusa Sta., 1-chōme-1-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan Beauty of Japan

Kiryu is known for its silk industry in old histories. Women lead their family by providing income to the house in Kiryu. They made their living by sericulturing, reeling and texturing. You will meet your guide at Shinkiryu Station and first take a taxi to the traditional Japanese restaurant or French restaurant. After having lunch, the local guide will show you around the town and stop by the fabric factory where you can try cultural experiences such as texturing or dying. After the walking tour, visit “Hotokuji Temple” and try zen meditation and discover yourself in the quiet temple. Zen meditation may be unavailable in the high seasons because the temple is also known for its beautiful view. However, the temple allow visitors to gong the temple's buddhist bell. This is a very rare experience that you can only do it here. The tour concludes at Shinkiryu Station. Round trip train tickets from Asakusa Station to Shinkiryu Station will be sent to your hotel in Tokyo.

Inclusions: Lunch is your choice from French or Japanese restaurant in Kiryu, Zend meditation is available in the low seasons , All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Hotel Pickup and Drop off, Drinks are not included. Please bring your own drinks.

Reviewed By Glenn B

We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour

4. Ashikaga and Kiryu: 2 Day Japan Heritage Tour from Asakusa

Asakusa Sta., 1-chōme-1-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan Beauty of Japan

Visit Kiryu and Ashikaga from Asakusa Station. In this tour, the local guide will show you around Kiryu city, stop by the fabric factory where you can try textiling or dying and feel the culture in the area. After the walking tour, visit “Hotokuji Temple”. If you would like, you can try zen meditation. One night accommodation near Kiryu Station is included. Lunch is your choice from Japanese cuisine and French cuisine at a popular local restaurant. Please select it when booking. On the second day, you will visit Ashikaga from Kiryu. Meet your guide at Ashikaga Station and visit Ashikaga Gakko,Bannaji Temple, and Ashikaga Orihime Shrine. After walking the Ashikaga town and enjoyed local food, enjoy wine tasting at Coco farm winery and back to Tokyo feeling a little tipsy. The knowledgable local guide will assist your journey and help you learn and feel the Japanese culture. You do not need to worry about arranging the train tickets and hotel, they are all included in this tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Guided Tour in Kiryu, Guided Tour is Ashikaga, Winery tour and tasting

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation fee from JR Kiryu Station to JR Ashikaga Station(240 yen), Dinner, Breakfast

Reviewed By Glenn B

We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour

5. -Snow mountain hiking at the foot of Asama- Karuizawa Snowshoe Tour

Mine no Chaya, Nagakura, Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0111, Japan Karuizawa Styled Tour

A guided tour that uses snowshoe to trek the vast field of Asama. Courses for beginners, intermediates, and advanced students can be selected depending on the level, so anyone of all ages can participate. While looking for traces of wild animals and observing wild birds, you can enjoy a magnificent panorama of Mt. Asama and the superb view.

Inclusions: Snowshoe and stock rentals are included. Additional wear is available on request.

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Reviewed By Jq C

made a day trip from tokyo. need alot of planning to ensure you get there. shinkansen-local train-bus. be prepared to walk.. easily 30 mins in and another 30 mins out. but once you see them... you will be captivated by them.

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