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Haruna Shrine and "Initial D" related places in Shibukawa

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Haruna Shrine and "Initial D" related places in Shibukawa

Art, Culture, & Historical

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2023

Rieko S.

5.00 / 5

(13 reviews)

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Gunma

English, Japanese (Native)

7 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Rieko S.)

Up to 3 people

A day trip that travels around Haruna Shrine, Lake Haruna, and "Initial D" (manga)- related places in Shibukawa. This tour also stops at Ikaho Onsen, a renowned hot spring town.

*Please note: This tour is suspended from January to mid-March due to winter road conditions and for customer safety.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Takasaki Station, or your hotel in Takasaki, Maebashi, or Ikaho

Haruna Shrine

- A shrine and former temple complex with a history of over 1,400 years

- The approach along the pure stream is covered by ancient cedar trees, creating a sacred atmosphere

- Unique peculiar rock formations

- Architectures adorned with fine carvings

Lake Haruna

Enjoy the wonderful view of Lake Haruna and Mt. Haruna that looks like a miniaturized Mt. Fuji

Yaseone Pass

The starting point of the downhill race

Ikaho hot spring town

- Walking through symbolic 365 stone steps and enjoying an atmospheric, retro hot spring town

- Locate manhole covers featuring Initial D illustrations

- Lunch

D'zgarage

*Please note: Closed on Wednesdays

Ikaho Toy, Doll, and Car Museum

Part of the car section features Initial D, including a replica of the Fujiwara tofu shop and the AE86.

Ending Point

Takasaki Station, or your hotel in Takasaki, Maebashi, or Ikaho

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee

private transportation by Suzuki Xbee

gasoline, toll, parking

admission fee for Ikaho Toy, Doll, and Car Museum

What‘s not included

meals,

admission fees not mentioned above

Tour Important Information

- This is a walking tour and involves many stairs and slopes. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes such as sneakers.

Important message from the supplier

Regarding car tours, to ensure safety and comfort for my guests, I kindly ask your group to meet the following conditions:

- Up to 3 guests for day tours, or for multi-day tours with carry-on-sized luggage only

- Maximum 2 guests if bringing suitcases

Also, customized car tours are unavailable from December to late March due to winter road conditions and safety concerns.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2023

Rieko S.

5.00 / 5

(13 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Rieko S.

Hello! I am Rieko, a licensed tour guide with a deep passion for sharing the wonders of Gunma.

Located in the center of the main island of Japan, Gunma has been a place where travelers from various parts of Japan, like Tokyo, Niigata, and Nagano, come and go. Some would relax in a hot spring, others would be encouraged by beautiful scenery. Gunma has helped them rejuvenate and keep traveling with energy.

Drawing from my experience as a local tour guide and knowledge of Japanese culture, history, and traditions, I offer you a seamless and immersive journey. Embark on an adventure with me and discover the untold stories, hidden treasures, and vibrant local communities that make Gunma a truly remarkable destination. I hope to see you soon!

Reviews

Patricia G.

5 / 5

Jun 29, 2026

Haruna Shrine and "Initial D" related places in Shibukawa

Jun 29, 2026

Gunma

7 hours 30 mins

“Amazingly fun tour!”

As an Initial D fan I could not have asked for more from this tour. Rieko is incredibly knowledgeable on all aspects of the series as well as other aspects of Gunma's history and culture. She accommodated my particular interests (initial D and general Takasaki tourism) and was flexible to include extra elements into the tour on the fly. The pace did not feel rushed but we covered a lot, more than I could have if I'd hired a car. Rieko was quick to respond to queries in the lead up to the tour. I would not hesitate to book another tour with her.

Rieko S.

I’m very honored by your review and truly appreciate it. Thanks to technology, it felt like your sister was traveling with us, and I really enjoyed seeing her reactions. Thank you for coming to Gunma, and I hope I can show you another tour that interests you in the future.

Krisha C.

5 / 5

Jun 10, 2026

Haruna Shrine and "Initial D" related places in Shibukawa

Jun 10, 2026

Gunma

7 hours 30 mins

“Customized Initial D Tour with Yamba Dam Exploration”

We highly recommend this tour to fellow Initial D fans as Rieko took us to must see sites featured in the anime. Rieko was also very friendly, flexible, and fluent in English. She even went out of her way to help us spot all the Initial D manholes in Shibukawa. The process of pre-planning and customization of the places to we want to visit were smooth.

Rieko S.

Thank you for your wonderful review. It sounds like you successfully completed your manhole-hunting, and I’m glad to hear that. Since you were staying in Ikaho, it was a pleasure to show you one of my favorite places in Gunma. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide.

Ty B.

5 / 5

Apr 26, 2026

Factory tour accompaniment

Apr 26, 2026

Gunma

2 hours 30 mins

Customized

“Subaru factory tour ”

Rieko did a wonderful job interpreting the Subaru factory tour for our group of 5. She was very friendly and helped us with any questions we had during the tour. Even before the tour communication was easy and she responded quickly. Thank you again Rieko!!

Rieko S.

Thank you so much for your review. I was honored to accompany you and your friends on the tour, and I truly enjoyed hearing about your journey in Japan. I hope you returned home with many wonderful memories.