Shimonita Highlight
Seasonal Highlight
Shimonita Hydrangea Garden
The planting of hydrangeas began in 2004, and in 2006, a “Hydrangea Growers Association” was established by local residents, and the residents and the town have been working together to manage the are
Welcome to Shimonita Town
Look / Eat / Buy / Stay
Shimonita Geopark
The 100 best geological sites in Japan, traces of volcanic activity about 9.5 million years ago, the World Heritage Arafune Wind Cave, and so much to see!
Shimonita Access
Using car, train or public transportation
From Karuizawa
Get on the Joshinetsu Expressway at the Karuizawa IC and get off at the Shimonita IC. About 5 min
Access from Nagano
Get off at the Saku IC, take National Route 254 toward Shimonita/Tomioka, about 60 minutes.
Train – Joshin Dentetsu Railway
On Platform No.0 at JR Takasaki Station, take Joshin Dentetsu Railway. Takasaki Station to Sendaira Station (55 min)
Shimonita Geopark
In Shimonita, you can feel the dynamic changes of the earth with the "Rootless Mountain (Atokura Klippe)," one of the 100 best geological features in Japan, and the traces of volcanic activity that occurred approximately 9.5 million years ago. In addition, there are historical and industrial legacies that utilize Shimonita's unique topography and underground resources, including the World Heritage Site Arafune Wind Cave.
For more detailShimonita Journey
World Heritage ! The Blessing Of The Earth ! Industrial Heritage ! HISTORY & Food Culture !
For more detailMt. Myougi Tourist Information
6 million years old mountain. Mount Myogi is a much older volcano compared to Mount Fuji.
For more detailSightseeing around Michi-no-eki Shimonita
Introduction to sightseeing in the surrounding area - nature, culture, and world heritage sites
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