Shima Onsen Tourism | Fun for everyone from children to adults! Recommended spots & gourmet food

This time, Gunma ・In Nakanojo Town Shima Onsen ” is featured.
Shima Onsen is surrounded by greenery. A spot where you can enjoy not only hot springs but also activities and sightseeing is.

In the article, the Activity Japan editorial department carefully selected Recommended sightseeing spots, activities, and gourmet spots I would like to introduce you to
If you are interested in sightseeing in Shima Onsen, please refer to it!

What is Shima Onsen?

Shima Onsen teeth, " A spiritual spring that heals 40,000 illnesses ” and has been certified as an excellent hot spring. The first national recreational hot spring resort The hot spring that became is.

strong acidity Gunma/Kusatsu Onsen The smooth quality of the water at Shima Onsen is said to be good for soothing rough skin during hot spring treatments. Kusatsu's rising bath ” was also said.

Shima Onsen is We have 42 hot springs with different compositions, 39 of which are still gushing out naturally. .
In the hot spring town public bath or footbath , you can drink hot springs drinking fountain There is also one, so please stop by when you are sightseeing.

Also, Around Shima Onsen Because it is surrounded by nature, there are many spots where you can enjoy walks and activities!

next Recommended spots in Shima Onsen I'd like to introduce!

Shima Onsen Tourist Spot 1｜Oku Shima Lake

" Lake Okushimako ” is located at the innermost part of Shima Onsenkyo, Shimagawa Dam An artificial lake with a circumference of approximately 4km created by the completion of is.

The lake surface changes depending on the lighting and time of day. . Especially the beautiful blue lake surface Shima Blue It is called.

Joshinetsu Kogen National Park Because it is located in the middle of the country, it is surrounded by lush nature. .
You can enjoy the scenery of each season while renting a bicycle or taking a leisurely stroll!

At Lake Okushima canoe or packraft You can experience various activities such as Packrafts in particular are stable boats, so even beginners can feel at ease.

[Gunma/Shima/Azuma] Winter canoe tour A relaxing experience at the blue lake/Lake Shima ☆ Have a wonderful time with family, friends, and lovers ♪

green peace

Shima/Azuma/Kawarayu

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You can enjoy the clearest and clearest air of the year. If you are lucky in January and February, there will be snow and you can even experience snow canoeing! Green Peace canoes basically seat two people. Children in the first grade of elementary school are welcome to participate in winter canoeing! Winter canoe tours can be enjoyed in a leisurely manner with small group tours held twice a day. 〇 Hours・9:00～11:00・12:00～

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[Shima/Kusatsu] Same-day OK! Half-day packraft canoeing experience on the blue Lake Shima * Going out with your dog

One Drop Outdoor Guide Service

Shima/Azuma/Kawarayu

6,500 Yen~ (tax included)

[Shima Lake, one of the clearest lakes in the Kanto region] Enjoy nature at Shima Lake, the bluest lake in Kanto! The greatest attraction of canoeing on the lake is the beautiful scenery you can see from the water! You can spend a relaxing time enjoying the feeling of being one with nature as you listen to the birds chirping and watch the fish swimming! Reservations can be made on the day or the night before! Please contact us! [Latest Activity "

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Shima Onsen Tourist Spot 2 | Kokura Falls

" Kokura Falls "teeth, A majestic waterfall located on a tributary of the Shima River is.
From the way the waterfall slides down the rock surface and flows like a supple thread, feminine waterfall It is described as.

The route from JR Nakanojo Station to Kokura Falls is Approximately 35 to 40 minutes on foot one way .
Enjoy forest bathing along the way hiking course You can observe the scenery and flora and fauna of each season.

At Lake Shima around Kokura Falls, SUP experience or canoe experience Such Full of activities to enjoy nature you know. Please give it a try!

Eilean Lake Shima SUP Tour Free photo gift

Airy on SUP

Shima/Azuma/Kawarayu

5,800 Yen~ (tax included)

Enjoy a SUP experience on the surface of a calm lake. It's calm and there are no waves, so you can enjoy more stable conditions than SUP in a river or ocean. People of all ages, from children to adults, can participate. Would you like to enjoy SUP touring on the lake surrounded by vast greenery? Enjoy free fun by standing up and paddling at Lake Shima, or lying down when you get tired.

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Shima Onsen Tourist Spot 3｜Handmade Soba Komatsuya

" Handmade soba restaurant Komatsuya "teeth, A long-established soba restaurant founded in 1865 (Keio 1) .
Komatsuya soba is Homemade flour from buckwheat using a stone mill Because of this, The feature is that you can fully feel the flavor of soba. .

Popular menu items include buckwheat noodles with a strong aroma and flavor. 100% buckwheat flour Kikochi soba noodles ” .
limited quantity It may even sell out! first come, first served.

crispy and freshly fried Maitake mushroom tempura or, Warabi mochi is also a popular menu item.

Komatsuya is so popular that it sells out before closing time, but it's a must-visit shop when you're sightseeing in Shima Onsen.

Shima Onsen Sightseeing Spot 4 | Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Cafe

" Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Cafe "teeth, A popular cafe located in Shima Onsen town .
The Showa retro atmosphere makes you feel nostalgic. You can eat and drink while looking out at the surrounding nature from the counter seats.

Instagrammable "" with a hot spring mark hot spring mark cappuccino ” is a dish unique to hot spring areas.
There is a wide variety of handmade sweets, Shima Onsen Baked Pudding ” is made using milk and eggs from Gunma Prefecture.

This cafe is recommended as a place to take a break while sightseeing in Shima Onsen.

Shima Onsen Sightseeing Spot 5 | Shima Onsen Sekizenkan

Founded in 1694 (Genroku 7), this inn has a long history. Shima Onsen Sekizenkan ”.
The quaint appearance is It is also said to be the setting for a popular anime movie. .

Sekizenkan is Main building, mountain villa, Kashotei It is composed of three buildings.
Main building is the oldest wooden hot spring inn building in Japan. Important cultural property of Gunma Prefecture specified in You can enjoy the atmosphere of an old-fashioned hot spring inn. In addition, the meals provided are healthy and easy on the body.

Registered tangible cultural property of the country and Gunma prefecture's modernization heritage registered in mountain villa is characterized by a retro atmosphere.
Each room is different, made by craftsmen of the time. Kumiko shoji is one of the highlights.

Kashotei is a room full of greenery surrounded by pine forests and bamboo forests. .
Because it is located on a hill, it offers a quiet space where you can forget about the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

If you stay at Sanso or Kashotei, you can enjoy a kaiseki meal made with local ingredients for dinner.

Each building has a wide variety of hot springs with different tastes, so you can enjoy visiting the hot springs. .

Some facilities are currently under renovation. Please check the latest information before sightseeing.

Shima Onsen Tourist Spot 6 | Shima River Dam

" Shimagawa Dam "teeth, A dam located just upstream of Shima Onsen . It is located about 10 minutes by car from Shima Onsen Town.

Shimagawa dam is Joshinetsu National Park Located within. You can also see Lake Okushima, famous for Shima Blue, up close. .

If you start from the Shimagawa Dam and visit observation decks around it, you can enjoy the changing scenery of the four seasons and the impressive view of the dam.

Information about the Shima River Dam was included in the memories of Shima Onsen sightseeing. dumb card Please be sure to get it as well.

Shima Onsen tourist map

Let's enjoy Shima Onsen sightseeing!

This time Shima Onsen tourist spots Introduced.

Shima Onsen is a hot spring area surrounded by beautiful nature.
An attractive spot where you can enjoy not only hot springs but also seasonal scenery and activities. is.

Please use this as a reference for sightseeing in Shima Onsen.

*The contents of this article are current as of January 2024.

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