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Haruna Shrine and "Initial D" related places in Shibukawa
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Joined 2023
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!
Meeting Point
Takasaki Station, or your hotel in Takasaki 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 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
guide fee
private transportation by Suzuki Xbee
gasoline, toll, parking
admission fee for Ikaho Toy, Doll, and Car Museum
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
If you'd like to change the starting point from Takasaki Station, please bear the transportation fee for the guide.
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
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
Ty B.
“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!!
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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.
Melvin M.
“Maebashi Guide”
Our guide was Reiko, she is excellent I would take a tour again with her. She knows Maebashi very well always adding special information additional stops that only a local would know. In addition, she is very pleasant. Thank you Reiko!!
Rieko S.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It was wonderful to share the day together and visit a place connected to your hometown. I hope Japan left you with many happy memories.
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Gina K.
“Gunma - Shorinzan Daruma-ji Temple and Tomioka Silk Mill”
Rieko is a very kind and considerate guide. She prepared a customized tour for us and even picked us up from our remote hotel in Minakami. Our first visit location was Shorinzan Daruma-ji temple. We got to view some sites on the grounds, and Rieko guided us in making our own Daruma dolls to take home. She even helped us pick out temple charms, and we got to see the Daruma doll awakening ceremony on our way out. She made a good recommendation about lunch at a hometown favorite place called Shango. I really enjoyed the taste of pasta! The last place we went was Tomioka Silk Mill which is a UNESCO world heritage site. I have an interest in architecture so it was nice to see early style brick warehouse with integrated wooden frames. The structures themselves are impressive and even more impressive was the machines in which silk is processed. Rieko was a wonderful guide who really takes time to prepare for the tour she provides. If I am ever lucky to return back to Gunma, I hope I can participate on another tour with Rieko.
Rieko S.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I’m truly grateful that you enjoyed the tour. It was a pleasure to share cultural activities and enjoy Takasaki pasta with you two, as well as to explore the architectural significance of the Tomioka Silk Mill together. Thanks to you, I was also lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the beautiful combination of snow-capped Mt. Tanigawa and cherry blossoms in Minakami. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide.
$262/ per group
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