Takasaki, Harmony of city and nature

Takasaki is Gunma’s largest city, conveniently located in the centre of Honshu, and served by a number of expressways and shinkansen lines. Popular Takasaki tourist destinations include Shorinzan Daruma-ji temple, Kannonyama with its Byakui statue, and Mount Haruna with its nearby shrine.
Takasaki sightseeing brochure:
http://www.takasaki-kankoukyoukai.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/en_pamphlet01-28.pdf

Shopping in Takasaki

Large retail outlets such as OPA (mall), Takashimaya (department store) and Yamada Denki (electronics chain) are located in the immediate vicinity of Takasaki Station, while AEON Mall and other interesting stores are located in the suburbs. You can enjoy shopping in Takasaki.

Near Takasaki Station

100 Yen Shop

  • DAISO : a wide assortment of practical, everyday goods
  • Seria : a stylish alternative to DAISO

Supermarket

Drug Store

Electronics Store

  • YAMADA DENKI : Yamada Denki head office building, large selection of products

Clothing Store

  • UNIQLO : Simple, High-Quality Japanese Fashion
  • GU : Trendy, Affordable Japanese Fashion

Variety Store

  • HANDS : Stationary and Creative Lifestyle Store
  • ANIMATE : Japan’s Ultimate Anime Store
  • Sanrio Shop : The Shop of Kawaii Characters
  • GUNMA IROHA : Gunma Original Souveniors

Book Store

Suburbs of Takasaki

AEON MALL : Shopping Mall

Don Quijote : Discount Shopping Wonderland

HAMPTY DUMPTY : Cute & Unique Gift Shop

aming : A Charming Lifestyle and Gift Shop

NITORI : Japan’s Affordable Home Furnishing Store

Ishii Sports : Expert Outdoor & Ski Store

Montbell : Japan’s Premier Outdoor Gear Brand

VCS : Craft and Sewing Store

Good Will Coffee

This small, unassuming cafe is located 7 minutes walk from Takasaki Station west side. It serves high quality hand-dripped coffee made with home-roasted coffee beans.

Opening hours: 10:00-19:00

Closed on Mondays (check instagram for events or irregular holidays)

Pricing: from ¥550

https://www.instagram.com/goodwillcoffee.tksk

Cave Kannon & Tokumeien

Tokuzo Yamada (1885 – 1964), a draper from Takasaki, excavated this cave and opened it to the public in 1963, shortly before he passed away. The attraction includes the cave Kannon and Tokumeien Japanese Garden. Although it has no formal religious denomination, it can be viewed as a sightseeing worship center. In the fall, many tourists come to enjoy the autumn leaves in the garden.

https://yamatokuen.com

Hifumi Udon

Hifumi Udon is located a 10-minute walk from Takasaki Station and is crowded at lunchtime with local business people looking for an affordable, hearty lunch. It serves a variety of udon noodles with a chewy texture and deep flavor.

Opening hours: 11:00-15:00

Closed on weekends

Pricing: from ¥770

https://hifumiudon.com

Mama’s Owl

This occidental pasta cafe/restaurant is located in an old private home at the foot of Kannon-yama. The wood burning fireplace creates a cozy atomosphere during the winter months. The drink menu includes European teas.

Opening hours: 11:30-17:00

Closed on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

https://tabelog.com/gunma/A1001/A100102/10024356

Laithai

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Opening hours: 11:30-15:00 18:00-22:00

Closed on Mondays and Irregular holidays. Check the website.

Reservation is recommended.

Pricing: ¥3,300 (Lunch set menu)

https://www.instagram.com/__.laithai.__/