Prefectural Forest Park Sakura no Sato

    Located at the foot of the southern face of Mt. Myogi, This park is reminiscent of Shangri-La with about 4,000 cherry trees of 45 varieties blooming on its vast grounds.

    Abuda Fukuju-so no Sato

    pening Period: February 16th (Sunday), 2025 - March 23rd (Sunday), 2025, Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Kozu Ararafune Momiji Festival

    Free Jersey Cow Milk Service for All Visitors

    Shimonita Hydrangea Garden

    “Shimonita Hydrangea Garden” is located at the eastern gateway of our town around Shimonita IC, covering approximately 3 hectares of land with about 20,000 hydrangea bushes and approximately 1,200 crape myrtle trees planted. It has become one of the leading hydrangea gardens in the Kanto region.

    Shimonita Geopark

    In Shimonita, you can feel the dynamic changes of the earth with the "Rootless Mountain (Atokura Clippe)," 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.

    Welcome to Shimonita Town

    Shimonita Town Tourism Association

    Mount Myougi

    6 million years old mountain. Mount Myogi is a much older volcano compared to Mount Fuji.

    Shimonita Station

    Terminal Station of Joshin Dentetsu Railway

    Michi-no-eki Shimonita

    12 min walk from Sendaira Station (Joshin Dentetsu Railway)
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    Prefectural Forest Park Sakura no Sato

    Early to late April

    Gunma Prefectural Forest Park Sakura no Sato has entered cherry blossom season. From early to late April, visitors can enjoy approximately 4,000 cher...

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    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 Journey

    Explorer Shimonita ! World Heritage ! The Blessing Of The Earth ! Industrial Heritage ! History & Food Culture !

    Michi-no-eki Shimonita

    Food court, sales of local specialties, road and tourist information, and a rest area.

    Nishi-Joshu Mobility

    Journeys to Nishi-Joshu uses public transportation used by local people.

    Local Specialities

    Local specialties and products of Shimonita Town.

    Event & Experience

    Here's a guide to events and experiences you can enjoy in Shimonita Town!

    Eat & Buy

    Eat and Buy ! Restaurants, specialties, lunch boxes, and souvenirs from Shimonita Town !

    Shimonita Sightseeing

    A treasure of nature! Enjoy in Shimonita Town! Learn! Play! and more!

    Accommodation

    Shimonita Accommodation & Hot Springs

    Shimonita Access

    Using car, train or public transportation

    Access from Karuizawa

    Approximately 35 minutes from Usui-Karuizawa IC, or about 5 minutes from Shimonita IC.

    Access from Nagano

    Exit at the Saku IC, take National Route 254 toward Shimonita/Tomioka, about 60 minutes.

    Access from the Tokyo area

    Take the Joshinetsu Expressway and exit at Shimonita IC. About 5 min

    Train – Joshin Dentetsu Railway

    From JR Takasaki Station, take the Joshin Dentetsu Railway from Platform 0 (approx. 50 minutes). Get off at Sendaira Station, then walk about 12 minutes.

    Access by Express Bus

    For detailed timetables and fare information, please refer to the official schedule.

    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.

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    Shimonita Journey

    World Heritage ! The Blessing Of The Earth ! Industrial Heritage ! HISTORY & Food Culture !

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    Mt. Myougi Tourist Information

    6 million years old mountain. Mount Myogi is a much older volcano compared to Mount Fuji.

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    Nishi-Joshu Mobility

    Journeys to Nishi-Joshu uses public transportation.

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    Sightseeing around Michi-no-eki Shimonita

    Introduction to sightseeing in the surrounding area - nature, culture, and world heritage sites

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    Shimonita SNS

    Collected official SNS