Minakami Onsen Sightseeing Map | Recommended Spots & Gourmet Food
" Minakami Onsen "teeth, Gunma A hot spring resort with beautiful scenery located in the northernmost part of .
This time, Recommended sightseeing and gourmet spots around Minakami Onsen I'd like to introduce_______
Activities you can experience nearby We will also introduce them, so please use them as a reference when sightseeing.
table of contents
- 1 What is Minakami Onsen?
- 2 Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 1 | Tanigawadake & Tanigawadake Ropeway
- 3 Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 2｜Suwa Gorge
- 4 Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 3 | Tsukiyono Firefly Village
- 5 Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 4｜Restaurant Suwa Gorge
- 6 Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 5｜Manjuya Fueki Minakami Ekimae Branch
- 7 Minakami Onsen tourist map
- 8 Enjoy sightseeing at Minakami Onsen!
- 9 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
What is Minakami Onsen?
Minakami Onsen refers to the area around the southern foot of Mt. Tanigawadake. Along the valley of the Tone River, there are many traditional Japanese inns that are typical of a hot spring area. .
Minakami Onsen was originally named ``Minakami Onsen'' because hot springs gushed out from the bottom of the Tone River. Yubara no Yu ” was called. There are various theories about when the hot springs opened, but Gunma The reason why it became a representative hot spring resort is Opening of the Joetsu Line in the early Showa era It has been with.
The main quality of the hot spring water is ``
sulfate spring
”.
At Minakami Onsen,
Of course hot springs,
Japan's most attractive natural spots and gourmet spots
And so on
. I will introduce them in order!
Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 1 | Tanigawadake & Tanigawadake Ropeway
Japan's 100 Famous Mountains Known as one of the Tanigawadake "teeth, Gunma and Niigata A mountain with an altitude of 1,977m located on the prefectural border of is.
The summit is divided into two peaks, with the front one being `` toma's ears ”, Okunomine “ Oki's ears ” is called. There are mountain climbing courses that can be enjoyed by many people, from beginners to advanced climbers. Many tourists visit here as they can enjoy various activities such as skiing and snowboarding. .
Connecting Doaiguchi Station and Tenjindaira Station. Tanigawadake Ropeway '' has been installed, and you can enjoy a walk in the air for about 15 minutes at a distance of about 2,400 meters!
The charm is the seasonal views . You can see wonderful scenery, such as the fresh greenery that appears as the snow melts in spring, and the red leaves that dye the Tanigawadake mountain range in autumn. Yo!
In Minakami town, Various activities to enjoy nature to the fullest is being held.
Not only can you climb Mt. Tanigawa, but you can also climb the Tone River. canoe or Rafting Also recommended. Why not try participating?
The rapids of the Tone River, one of Japan's three major rapids, and the breathtaking scenery. Spend the best day in Minakami Town. Rafting tour! In the spring, you can ride non-stop rapids for more than an hour down the Tone River, which has swollen due to the melting snow.In the summer, you can enjoy the thrill of running through the river along the refreshing valley.There are many activities such as diving from rocks, playing in the waves with a paddle, and swimming in the river.In the fall, it is the season of autumn leaves. ride the flow of the river
[Gunma/Minakami/Minakami] Nature kayaking experience [held in small groups] (Sarugakyo Onsen area)
This plan is not available in English.
You can enjoy slow kayaking with almost no current. This experience area is recommended for first-time kayakers and families. Of course, this is also a recommended area for those who want to get serious about river kayaking. If you are not comfortable with kayaking, we have a two-seater rubber boat type kayak that is extremely stable.
[Let's enjoy the popular packraft! ] Very popular during summer vacation! Let's have fun with "Packraft" which is a hot topic in the outdoor industry! In the morning, I will just ride and experience it! Learn techniques and river knowledge while riding a packraft! In the afternoon, we got used to maneuvering the boat, and it was time to go down the river! Let's attack the torrent! rafting association public
Yubukiyama National Forest, Yubiso, Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture
Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 2｜Suwa Gorge
" Suwa Gorge ” is a valley created by the clear flow of the Tone River. One of the scenic spots representing Minakami Onsen is.
There is a promenade along the flow of the river, and you can enjoy the sound of the river while listening to it. hiking I can. The view of Mt. Tanigawa from the approximately 32m long Sasabue Bridge, which spans the entrance of Suwa Gorge, is particularly spectacular. . The nature that changes with the seasons is attractive, but the autumn leaves are especially spectacular!
In addition to enjoying the scenery, participating in activities will make your visit to Minakami Onsen even more memorable. is.
SUP or canoe You can take a leisurely walk on the water, canyoning You can enjoy a dynamic river play!
If you are interested, please check out the tours below and try it out!
SUP 2 hour tour! Photo gift! [Gunma/Minakami] Let's take a walk on the water! (2 or more people)
We are currently doing a popular SUP tour. Would you like to stand on the water and take a leisurely walk in nature? Since the number of participants is small, even first-timers and those who cannot swim can participate with confidence. We have highly stable SUPs, so you won't fall too much. It's up to you whether you fall or not! ? Anyone from 4 years old to any age can participate.
[Gunma/Minakami] Canyoning Fox course 20m waterfall! Tour photo gift!
Don't worry, all Field Earth Canyoning guided tours will be accompanied by a guide who can speak Japanese! We are inviting everyone to experience the Fox Course, which is only used by a few companies in the Minakami area! The Fox Course is compact with a total length of 300m, and you can walk from start to finish in just a minute, and if you get tired, you can just go to your car.
[Gunma/Minakami/Lake Canoe/1 Day] Canoe tour in the great nature of Okutone ☆ Lunch included
You can enjoy Okutone's nature from a different perspective than usual on the lake! Paddle along the lake yourself against the wind and enjoy a relaxing holiday amidst the majestic scenery! Let's experience nature canoeing in nature!! 360 degree panorama!! Spending time feeling one with nature is truly a relaxing time. If you want to enjoy nature to the fullest, nature canoeing is definitely recommended.
Yubara, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture
Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 3 | Tsukiyono Firefly Village
" Tsukiyono Firefly Village "teeth, This is a 1.9km promenade around Gakurinji, a Soto sect temple. Gunma A representative firefly spot is.
Fireflies can only live where there is clean water, so the area around Tsukiyono, which is rich in nature, is a natural habitat for fireflies. In many years 800 animals thing firefly You can see a fantastic and beautiful sight as it flies!
The best time to see is
From mid-June to mid-July
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You can see a variety of fireflies, including Genji fireflies, Heike fireflies, and Kuromado fireflies. Why not adjust your schedule and go see the fireflies?
Tsukiyono, Minakami-cho, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture
Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 4｜Restaurant Suwa Gorge
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Restaurant Suwakyo
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A restaurant located approximately 5 minutes from Minakami IC on the Kanetsu Expressway.
. It is located in the middle of the Suwa Gorge promenade, so you can take a break while strolling while looking at Mt. Tanigawadake.
Hand-made soba noodles and Gunma's top-class wagyu beef.
Joshu beef
Hamburg steak, sirloin, etc. using
, has a wide range of menu items.
Among them, “
Minakami Dam Curry
Many tourists come to see this.
The curry is shaped like a dam and comes with a scoop-shaped spoon, making it a humorous dish that looks like the dam (curry) will burst if you dig a tunnel into the rice.
. This is a dish that will satisfy both the taste and appearance! You can choose from three sizes: parallel stack/arch type, medium stack/gravity type, and large stack/rock fill type.
Why not try some of Minakami's specialties for lunch?
20-5 Kawakami, Minakami-cho, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture
Minakami Onsen Tourist Spot 5｜Manjuya Fueki Minakami Ekimae Branch
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Manjuya Fueki Minakami Ekimae store
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A long-established Japanese confectionery shop located about a 4-minute walk from JR Minakami Station
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The store has been operating in Minakami Town for about 80 years, and has been selling traditional hot spring manju.
Yunohana Manju
We make Japanese sweets that are perfect as souvenirs.
The signature product is the fluffy castella dough filled with plenty of fresh cream. Raw dorayaki ” . There are 5 types: Ogura, strawberry, chestnut, matcha, and chocolate, so you're sure to find a flavor that suits your taste!
You can only buy it at Manjuya Fueki. Minakami ware ” is also one of its specialties! This sweet is made by wrapping a yolk paste made from local egg yolks in buttery dough and baking it.
This is a recommended shop for those who are thinking of purchasing souvenirs!
70-18 Kanosawa, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture
Minakami Onsen tourist map
Enjoy sightseeing at Minakami Onsen!
This time, Sightseeing and gourmet spots around Minakami Onsen We have featured.
Minakami Onsen has mesmerizingly beautiful natural scenery and delicious gourmet spots. Adults and children alike are sure to enjoy the activities held in the surrounding area. is!
Why not take a look at this special feature and go to Minakami Onsen next weekend?
*The contents of this article are current as of March 2024.
