Eastern part of Gunma

Ruins of Kanayama Castle

Kanayama Castle was built in 1469, and today the earthen mounds and stonewalls are well preserved. It was selected as one of the “100 Great Castles of Japan”. The castle ruins are on a small hill and can be seen while enjoying a couple of hours hiking. Nitta Shrine stands within the area.

Admission fee: free

Tamamura Hachimangu

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Tamamura Hachimangu is a local shrine with over 200 years of history. Except during events, there are few visitors to the shrine, so you can enjoy a leisurely tour of the well-maintained grounds.

Admission fee: free

https://top.tamamurahachimangu.net/

LINDENBAUM

LINDEMBAUM serves delicious French and German cuisine at reasonable prices. It has three branches, in Fujioka-shi, Takasaki-shi, and Karuizawa.

Opening hours: 11:00-15:30(L.O.15:00) / 17:00-22:30(L.O.21:30)

Open every day

Pricing: from ¥1,300 Lunch

https://lindenbaum.co.jp/

Torihei

Torihei serves several Japanese-style chicken dishes, including its signature bento box, and has many branches throughout Gunma. Torihei is popular among local people.

Opening hours: 11:00-21:30

Pricing: from ¥800 set meal

Take Out (Bento Box) is available.

https://www.torihei.co.jp/

Itoya (Coffee)

Itoya Coffee Takasaki serves coffee and sweets and sells coffee beans and coffee related goods in a renovated old pharmacy building.

Itoya has other cafes in Kiryu-city.

Opening hours: 10:00-18:00

Closed on Wednesdays

Pricing: from ¥400 Coffee

Take Out (Coffee) is available.

https://itoyacoffee.com/

Vegetable Cafe Mahaloha

Mahaloha’s meals are 100% Vegan. They use only plant-based ingredients to provide delicious, healthy, and ethical food and sweets. They aim to be a restaurant that is kind to people, the environment, and animals.

Opening hours: 11:00-17:00 (Last Order 15:00)

Closed from Mondays to Thursdays

Due to the limited number of seats, reservation is recommended.

Pricing: ¥1,300 Lunch Plate

https://ameblo.jp/mahalohavegetablecafe/