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Enjoy Nature

Tanigawadake

Tanigawadake is a mountain in the Mikuni Mountain Range, and one of the famous 100 mountains in Japan. It takes 2.5 hours to reach the summit by a combination of ropeway and hiking. A famous Japanese movie "Climber's High" was filmed here.

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(Japanese Only)

About 1 hour by car from Kojokaku

Naeba Ski Resort & Dragondola
/ Tashiro Ropeway

The Dragondola is the world's longest gondola at 5,481m long, and is connected to Tashiro Ropeway which has a ground clearance of 230m, the highest in Japan. In autumn, you can enjoy bright red autumn leaves, while in winter the world is a brilliant wonderland of white snow.

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(Japanese Only)

About 30 minutes by car

Fukiware Waterfall

With a height of 7 meters and spanning 30 meters across, Fukiware Waterfall is a designated Natural Monument. Known for its spectacular noise and spraying water, it has been dubbed the "Niagara of East Asia".

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About 1 hour 10 minutes by car

Mantenboshi-no-Yu

Mantenboshi-no-Yu is a hot spring bathing facility that is surrounded by nature and overlooks Lake Akayako. At night, bathers can enjoy a leisurely soak while gazing up at the stars in the night sky.

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(Japanese Only)

5 minutes by car from Kojokaku; 10 minutes on foot

Explore Local History

Taineiji Temple

The hydrangeas at Taineiji Temple are so beautiful that it is also called The Hydrangea Temple, and is one of the top 100 flower temples in East Kanto. The temple gates showcase Momoyama-period architecture and as such are designated as important cultural assets for the prefecture.

Official Website
(Japanese Only)


About 15 minutes by car

Play & Experience

Takumi-no-Sato

At Takumi-no-Sato, you can try your hand at making ceramics, soba noodles, indigo dye, and so on. There are 24 craft workshops in total.

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About 15 minutes by car from Kojokaku

Outdoor Adventures

Kappa Club

A chance to experience some outdoor thrills and spills. The Kappa Club can arrange rafting, as well as new adventure sports such as 'hydro-speed river boarding' and 'shower climbing'.

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About 30 minutes by car

Grand Volee Paragliders School

Enjoy taking off into the blue sky as you ride the wind and enjoy some magnificent views. There are several options available, from tandem rides with a professional pilot to paragliding certification courses.

Official Website
(Japanese Only)

About 30 minutes by car

Sarugakyo Bungy Jump

Experience the thrill of an authentic bungee jump off a bridge, a whopping 62 meters above the Tone river below.

Official Website

5 minutes by car; 15 minutes on foot

Naeba Ski Resort

Naeba is one of the largest ski resorts in Japan. There are plenty of slopes for skiers & boarders of all levels, and a ski school is also available.

Official Website

About 35 minutes by car from Kojokaku

Kagura Ski Resort

Kagura Ski Resort is one of the most prominent in Japan, with a long ski season lasting from the end of November to the end of May. During January to March there are many days where riders can enjoy superb fresh powder snow.

Official Website

About 40 minutes by car

Golf & Onsen

Gunma Country Club

The course layout makes full use of the wild, natural landscape. After finishing your round, enjoy a refreshing soak in the natural hot spring located on-site.

Official Website
(Japanese Only)

About 25 minutes by car from Kojokaku

Shopping

Tsukiyono Vidro Park

A glass-theme park which features a glass workshop, a glass art museum and a glass shop. In the workshop, you can try your hand at glass blowing and stained glass production.

Official Website

About 30 minutes by car

Kawaba Denen Plaza

A roadside plaza that gathers together all the finest products of nature in one place. Furthermore, it has been ranked the top Roadside Station in the Kanto area for 5 years in a row.

Official Website

About 40 minutes by car from Kojokaku

Minakami Fruit Land Mogitore

This facility has plenty of things for visitors to do, including fruit picking, cooking using fruits, and a restaurant and café that feature seasonal fruit on the menu.

Official Website

About 20 minutes by car