Annaka

Annaka is a city in Gunma Prefecture that spreads across a region marked by mountains, rivers, and artificial reservoirs. The landscape transitions from higher elevations to the flatter Kanto Plain to the south.

The city developed from two post stations on the historic Nakasendo route during the Edo Period, linking Edo and Kyoto through mountain passages. This strategic location made the region an important waypoint for travelers between the two major cities.

The Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park displays historical locomotives and railway equipment, representing the technological evolution of Japanese transportation systems.

The city connects via the Hokuriku Shinkansen at Annaka-Haruna station or through the Joshin-etsu Expressway for access to surrounding regions. Depending on your destination within the area, you should check which transport option works best for your plans.

The Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park displays historic locomotives and railway equipment spanning different periods of Japanese rail history. The park serves as a reminder of the technological changes that shaped the region.

Location: Gunma Prefecture

Inception: April 1, 1889

Reference: 102113

Shares border with: Takasaki, Tomioka, Shimonita, Karuizawa

Website: https://city.annaka.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.32625,138.88714

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:50