Gunma Prefecture, Administrative prefecture in Kanto region, Japan
Gunma is an administrative area in the Kanto region shaped by mountains to the west and north, with flat land spreading across the southeast. The landscape shifts between forested ranges, river valleys, and farming plains that stretch toward urban settlements.
The area was established as an administrative unit in 1871, following its earlier designation as Kamitsuke Province. The transformation into its current form followed nationwide reforms during the early Meiji period.
Local communities maintain their connection to silk production through working textile workshops and small family businesses that follow traditional methods. Visitors can watch artisans spin thread and dye fabric in several towns, and purchase finished silk items directly from the makers.
The Joetsu Shinkansen high-speed train links the larger cities of the area to Tokyo, allowing travelers to explore the region in a day. Regional buses and trains take visitors to smaller towns and mountain destinations.
The region is home to numerous hot springs that bubble directly from the ground and produce water at temperatures up to 95 degrees Celsius (203 degrees Fahrenheit). Some of these springs are so hot that locals use them to cook eggs before the water flows into bathing pools.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Nikkō Tōshō-gū
63.3 km
Mount Asama
48.7 km
Mount Tanigawa
51.1 km
Tomioka Silk Mill
21.5 km
Kegon Falls
55.3 km
Oshi Castle
45.1 km
Yanba Dam
36.1 km
Oze
63.2 km
Ashio Copper Mine
43.5 km
Mount Kusatsu-Shirane
54.6 km
Mount Haruna
18.9 km
Lake Chūzenji
53.1 km
Futarasan Shrine
63.1 km
Lock Heart Castle
27.6 km
Mount Nantai
56.8 km
Mount Myōgi
30.9 km
Ashikaga Gakkō
35.6 km
Rinnō-ji
63.2 km
Yoshimi Hundred Caves
50.7 km
Iwajuku Site
20.2 km
Komoro Castle
58 km
Minowa Castle
9.9 km
Numata Castle
28.9 km
Shiga Highlands
61.4 km
Hachigata Castle
33.5 km
Ashikaga Flower Park
42.3 km
Ryūzu Falls
53.9 km
Sakitama Kofun Cluster
47.6 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes