2025 Minakami Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

#Hot spring #100 ways to travel 🌳 Still in Gunma Prefecture, in the Tohoku region, there are many famous hot springs here. One of them cannot be missed... "Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku" is only 100 kilometers from Tokyo. It feels like traveling to Pattaya. 😀 🍂 There are many reviews because it is beautiful, the atmosphere is good, the hot springs naturally emerge, and are flanked by waterfalls in the middle of the forest. Imagine soaking in an onsen in the middle of the forest and hearing the sound of waterfalls flowing all the time. Especially during the fall foliage season, this place should be a destination that everyone must travel to relax and watch the leaves change color in the middle of the forest and relax in this natural hot spring. 🧊 In addition, the hot springs here are outstanding in terms of healing and healing illnesses.

#AutumnTravel #100TravelTips 🍁 If you want to see the changing leaves in autumn, there are actually many places, but I would like to recommend "Takaragawa Onsen Ousenkaku". 🍂 "Takaragawa onsen" is very famous in the Gunma area. The highlight and impression started before traveling to the famous ryokan, which required taking a hotel van through the forest and natural trees. We will see that every mountain surrounding us has natural colors, from yellow, light green, orange, red, in many forms. When we arrived at the resort, we found a large outdoor onsen pool, located alongside a natural stream. While soaking, we will be surrounded by leaves of various colors, falling into the water slowly and slowly. 🍂 I have traveled to Japan many times, but this is the place that comes to mind for a complete autumn season.

Introducing the very popular "San'udo Minakami", a traditional Japanese restaurant that is sure to sell out!! "San'udo Obanzai Zen" is full of seasonal vegetable side dishes 𓌉𓇋 🤍 ̖́- They're all so delicious you won't know which one to start with·͜·ᰔᩚ"Momiji Masu Pickled Rice The handmade soba set was also delicious 😋 The signboard cat "Natsu-chan" is elusive 🐈 If you're lucky, he'll roll around at your seat 🤎 -----------------------------➸Tips︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎There's a line before the store opens, so if there's a menu you're looking for, go early ︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Pork rice is the soul food of Gunma Prefecture ︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎The sweets pudding and fried manju are excellent and can be taken out ︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎The owner makes them all by himself, so make sure you have plenty of time ︎︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎You can drive about 30 minutes to Gunma's famous hot spring "Minakami Onsen" -----------------------------➸Recommended spots📍Yamamedo Minakami ✤Address: 781-2 Sugawara, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture✤Access: There is a free town-run cafe diagonally in front of the shop in Takumi no Sato✤Cost: Up to 2,000 yen✤Recommended points: Cat lovers, gather here! Natsu-chan will soothe you in front of the stove♡⚠Caution: As it is run by a married couple, no groups are allowed-----------------------------#Food diary #trip #solo trip #Gunma #Gunma trip #Gunma sightseeing #Japanese food #Kanto sightseeing #trip with me

Aratashi Minakami is a hot spring inn that opened in November 2022. All rooms have a balcony with a river view and an open-air hot spring bath, making it extremely comfortable. Dinner is a slightly course-style meal that is visually beautiful and can be enjoyed in a casual manner. For breakfast, you can choose between Japanese and Western food, and both are very filling. The large bath has a sauna where you can enjoy auto-loyly in the women's bath. It was a simple and clean inn with delicious food, and I was very satisfied. [Aratashi Minakami] Address: 740-3 Yubara, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture Telephone number: 0278-25-9100 #Domestic travel #Hot spring #Hot spring trip #Gunma #Gunma sightseeing #Minakami town #Minakami hot spring

tas + minakami glamping park ando cafe A cafe located in front of Doai Station that opened in December 2022. It is attached to a glamping site. The dried flowers on the interior are irresistibly cute! The menu is so voluminous that even men will be satisfied! Recommended for girls' trips, couples, families, and all kinds of people. The terrace seats were also great, as you could relax while watching the sound and scenery of the flowing river. [tas + minakami glamping park ando cafe] Address: 218-20 Yubiso, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture Phone number: 080-2659-9189 #Domestic travel #Gunma #Gunma sightseeing #Gunma trip #Minakami town #Minakami hot springs #cafe

In a hidden area of ​​Gunma, the "hot spring kingdom," we found an inn where you can enjoy great hot springs, spectacular views, and delicious food at a good price! The inn is called "Mikagami Sanso" in Tanigawa Onsen, a hot spring resort in Minakami. ✅All rooms have a spectacular view of Mt. Tanigawa ✅The view from the open-air bath is also spectacular ✅Delicious meals that let you enjoy the bounty of Gunma ✅From 10,000 yen per person! #Open-air bath in guest room #Hot spring inn #Resort hotel #Cost-effective hotel #Luxury hotel

#Snowscape This is Norn Ski Resort in Minakami, Gunma Prefecture. It's a small ski resort with about three courses, but it was crowded. I think this is a ski resort suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers to practice. There is also Minakami Onsen nearby, so it's a good place to warm up and soothe your fatigue after skiing and snowboarding. The beautiful snowscape from the summit is recommended.

Nice place to spend winter vacation.thers a open hot spring ang lots of winter activities.good place for skiing

Address: Atmosphere/Facilities: - A hidden hot spring deep in the mountains - You can feel the atmosphere of the Meiji era Recommended points: ✔ A quaint building that has been around since the Meiji era... A historic building that is also registered as a nationally designated tangible cultural property. It is made of fine wood and each pillar is very impressive. Many literary figures have stayed here, including the room where Masaoka Shiki stayed. ✔ Pleasant water that is not too hot... There are three baths at Hoshi Onsen, which is said to have been discovered by Kobo Daishi. The most famous of these, Hoshi no Yu, is 43 degrees, which is not too hot and is pleasant to drink. ✔ Luxurious meals... Dinner was a hot pot made with Joshu beef. There was a wide variety of dishes, and it was delicious with local rice that can only be eaten here. Average price: Around 15,000 yen Rating: ★★★★☆ #wintertrip #hotspring #gourmetfood #societytoprotecthiddenhotsprings #hiddenhotsprings

Minakami Onsen♨️⛰ Keisetsu no Yado Shobun 🚄Joetsu or Hokuriku Shinkansen Tokyo Station to Takasaki Station, approx. 50 minutes 🚃JR Joetsu Line Takasaki Station to Minakami Station, approx. 1 hour 10 minutes 🚌Free shuttle bus, approx. 15 minutes ※Reservation required by the day before! or Kanetsu Kotsu Minakami Station to Keizuka, approx. 10 minutes I've been wanting to go for ages and finally got to go!! !!! !!! I regret not taking more photos😂 Anyway, everything was so good I'll definitely go back!! ! ! ----- ✔️Recommended points ⚫︎The atmosphere of the rooms and the building is Japanese modern and stylish! ⚫︎Free unlimited use of private baths♨️ ⚫︎The food is delicious! It seems good for your health too! ⚫︎Free drinks and alcohol are available at the rest area! 　※Time limit applies ✔️Points to note ⚫︎There is no large public bath, only private baths. 　※There are rooms with open-air baths, and the private baths have washing areas, so it's not a problem at all! ⚫︎Many transfers make it difficult to access. 　※There are times when you can't go directly from Takasaki to Minakami Station and need to transfer. ⚫︎Because it's rich in nature, there are a lot of insects. 　※You can see a lot of rare insects, such as leaf-like insects 🐛 ⚫︎Prices are a little high. Prices start from about 25,000 yen per person per night, and on weekends they can easily exceed 30,000 yen... ------ The corn rice, herbal hotpot, and salt-grilled sweetfish were delicious!!!! Everything was so delicious that I was full, but I didn't feel any stomach discomfort at all 👀 They gave me rice balls 🍙 for dinner, and even the rice balls were delicious. (Sorry for my poor vocabulary) #hotspring #hotspringtrip #Minakamionsen #Gunma #deliciousfood #accommodationreport

Gunma Minakami Onsen Mizukamikan ♨️ ⁡ Dinner was served at the venue, and probably as a plan perk, alcohol and soft drinks were all-you-can-drink🍷 Except for local sake and beer, whiskey, sours, wine, and soft drinks were all-you-can-drink, and I made and drank a ginger highball!!! ⁡ The miso-grilled beef, sashimi🐟, beef stew, and freshly cooked rice were very delicious😇 ⁡ For around 10,000 yen per person, there are many buffet meals, but I was very satisfied to be able to eat a dish that was prepared from the beginning and came later as a kaiseki meal?!!! ⁡ There was a wide variety of dishes, and I could eat until I was full... I thought it was the best value for money!!! #EastJapan #HotSpring #HotSpringTrip #Gunma #GunmaTourism #MinakamiOnsen

JR Joetsu Line Doai Station is located on the border between Gunma and Niigata prefectures. Although it is an unmanned station with an average of less than 20 users per day, it is a popular spot among railway enthusiasts as "Japan's No. 1 mole station." It is an underground platform for outbound trains that evokes an extraordinary experience. Please come and visit! ! #Amazing views #Free spots #Japan Genki Project 2021 #Historic sites with a sense of history Amazing views #Travel with children #Travel inspiration

Minakami is a small town not far from Tokyo, and you can use the JR Tokyo Wide Area Pass. This town is famous in winter because it is a ski resort near Tokyo. It is also a small onsen town where you can find public footbaths when you walk there. It is suitable for when you travel during cold weather and want to rest your feet from the fatigue of traveling. The time we went was in mid-October, the end of the rainy season, the beginning of winter. We were very lucky that it did not rain on the day we went. It could be said that it was the only day on the trip that we did not encounter any rain. After we went up to walk and take pictures at Tanigawa-dake Ropeway, we walked down to walk in the town. If it were not the tourist season, the town would be very quiet. Most of the people you would see would be children and the elderly. #skiresorts #abroad #waiting for the day to travel #missing nature #missing the forest and mountains #nature therapy #heart goes to the mountains #Japan

Mt. Tanigawa is popular for its many hiking trails that can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced climbers, and for being able to do it as a day trip from the Tokyo metropolitan area. From Mt. Tanigawa, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from both the peaks of Tomano-mimi and Okino-mimi. It is a steep mountain that is counted as one of the three most rocky areas in Japan, so please be careful when climbing. #breathtaking views #autumn leaves #free spots #Japan Genki Project 2021 #amazing nature #breathtaking views #trip with children

Japan has many hot springs scattered throughout the country. Water, heat, trees, natural rocks, and minerals are all excellent elements of healing. Takaragawa Onsen is a high-grade hot spring in Gunma Prefecture. It is located a short distance from Tokyo and takes about 3 hours by car. The hot springs have an old ryokan, Osenkaku, with a view worth millions. Especially during the "autumn leaves" season around November every year, it is full of tourists. The highlight of this hot spring is its true nature. It is the largest outdoor premium hot spring. It is a mixed-gender bath that emphasizes simplicity and nature in every way. It is open-air along the river. You can sit in the hot spring and enjoy the view of the river for as long as you want. In the fall, maple leaves will fall into the hot spring and the river, which is beautiful. But in the winter, there will be pure white snow instead of leaves. It is a view and atmosphere that you will never forget. 😉 It was worth coming here! 👍 Location: Minakami District, Gunma Prefecture #NatureTherapy

[Gunma: Toge] You can use glamping at an unmanned station You can also use Toge Station for day trips There is a cafe inside the station☕️ There are many cafes inside stations But this is probably the only cafe in Japan that was renovated from a former station office🗾 After getting off at Toge Station, also known as Mole Station, and climbing up the 462 steps, you will find a station cafe just before the ticket gate🚉 The ticket counter has been turned into a counter, and there are magazines from 1985 on display, so the interior has been preserved as it was before the station became unmanned😊 #Gunma #unmannedstation #cafe #secretsummerresort #summertrip

[Gunma: Toge] A glamping site using an unmanned station that won first place in Nikkei Trendy 2021 Hit Predictions 🏕 Even before the glamping site was built, the unmanned station was known as the very famous "mole station" and the station is located at the bottom of nearly 500 steps 🚉 There are various plans, but the recommended one is the all-inclusive plan where you can come empty-handed 🍛 In addition to the all-you-can-drink plan, you can enjoy dishes made with delicious local ingredients 🍚 #camping #forestbathing #Gunma #glamping #summertrip

[Minakami, Gunma Prefecture] Octo One Blue Ink is a shop in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, where you can purchase craft beer. You can choose from bottles or taps, and enjoy beer made with carefully selected water and ingredients. Nearby is the foot bath spot Minakami Onsen, where you can also enjoy a beer while soaking your feet in the bath 🍻 #Gunma #Minakami Town #Craft Beer #Hot Springs #A Trip to Enjoy Spring

Yubiso no Yu 147 Yubiso, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture From JR Joetsu Line Minakami Station, take the Kan'etsu Kotsu Bus bound for Tanigawadake Ropeway for 10 minutes, get off at Yubiso Onsen Town, and walk 628m (8 minutes) from Yubiso Station. The name of the spring is "Yubiso Onsen Tosho no Yu."

Shimagamikyo Bridge There is a suspension bridge at the back of the cemetery, heading towards the Tone River from the Okutone Yukemuri Highway. It is in the Kochi area of ​​Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, and is not registered on Google Maps. It seems to be under the jurisdiction of the Komatsu Power Plant, and there was a notice posted with the specifications. The bridge is described as a simple span unstiffened suspension bridge, and it was clean and not very old.

The Fourth Minakami Crossing is sandwiched between the bridges between Minakami Station and Yubiso Station. This is a spot where you can get a close-up look at the JR Joetsu Line trains, the Tone River, bridges, and tunnels. The Joetsu Line timetable varies depending on the season, weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, so if you're looking to catch a train, it's best to check in advance. The crossing is about 15 minutes from Minakami Station.

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and find a tranquil retreat? Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku, located near Tokyo, is the perfect choice. Situated in Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture, at 1899 Fujiwara, it is approximately a two-hour drive from Tokyo Station. Spanning nearly 800 square meters, Takaragawa Onsen boasts traditional Japanese-style architecture seamlessly blending with the surrounding natural beauty, creating a paradise-like atmosphere. The onsen features one indoor bath and four outdoor baths, divided into mixed-gender and women-only areas. The mixed-gender baths include Mahā-no-Yu, Hannya-no-Yu, and Kodakara-no-Yu. Mahā-no-Yu is the largest, operating 24 hours and accommodating up to 100 people. Hannya-no-Yu spans 80 square meters and is also open 24 hours. Kodakara-no-Yu, recently renovated, includes separate changing rooms for men and women and can host up to 200 bathers. The women-only bath, Mayā-no-Yu, features a cypress changing room and remains open year-round. All baths use natural underground spring water without any added water, heating, filtration, or chemicals. After soaking in the onsen, guests can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine at the on-site restaurant "Chikutei," which offers dishes like charcoal-grilled specialties and Joshu beef sukiyaki. Ingredients are locally sourced, ensuring freshness and flavor. However, some visitors have noted that the guest rooms and private bathrooms show signs of wear and could use renovation. To reach Takaragawa Onsen, travelers can take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Jōmō-Kōgen Station and transfer to a bus, or opt for driving. From Tokyo's Nerima I.C. or Niigata's Nishi-Niigata I.C., it takes about 90 minutes to reach Minakami I.C., followed by a drive along National Route 291 and prefectural roads.

Located on a hill in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, Tsukiyo no Miharashi Cafe Roba is a cafe that was renovated by the owner himself from a 100-year-old silkworm farm. The pizza baked in a homemade wood-fired oven is highly rated, and you can enjoy a menu that makes use of local ingredients. From inside the restaurant, you can enjoy a magnificent view, and you can dine while enjoying the scenery that changes with the seasons.   ⸻ Basic information •Address: 2198 Shimomaki, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture •Business hours: 11:30-15:00 •Closed: Mondays, Tuesdays (open only on Saturdays and Sundays in winter) •Access: Approximately 21 minutes on foot from JR Jomo-Kogen Station •Parking: Available (16 parking spaces approximately 120m from the store) ⸻ Menu examples •Whimsical pizza (pizza with 4 kinds of mushrooms from Minakami): cheese base 1,800 yen, tomato base 1,700 yen •Shirasu marinara: 1,700 yen •Margherita: 1,400 yen •Homemade summer vegetables and bacon pizza: 1,700 yen •Hic orange juice: 400 yen •Oolong tea: 400 yen *Menus and prices are subject to change. Please check the official Instagram for the latest information. ⸻ Features •Pizza baked in a homemade wood-fired oven: The pizza baked in the wood-fired oven built by the owner himself is characterized by its fluffy dough and fragrant flavor. •Use of local ingredients: The restaurant uses carefully selected ingredients such as vegetables from his parents' farm, locally grown whitebait, and cheese. •Spectacular location: From the restaurant, you can see the Minakami mountains in their entirety and enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. •Self-service: Side plates, straws, and water are self-service and can be used easily.    ⸻ "Tsukiyo no Miharashi Cafe Roba" is a hidden cafe where you can enjoy delicious pizza and a spectacular view in the nature-rich town of Minakami. Why not stop by during your trip and spend a moment that will satisfy both your heart and your stomach?  #Tsukiyo no Observation Cafe Roba #Minakami Cafe #Gunma Gourmet #Wood-fired Pizza #Breathtaking View Cafe #Old House Cafe #Renovated Cafe #Locally Produced and Consumed #Gunma Lunch #Cafe Tour #Zero Yen Trip

Located in the nature-rich area of ​​Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, Yama Cafe Bossa Nova is a cafe where you can enjoy chocolate made with organic cacao and lunch made with local ingredients. It is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and tourists, and has a chocolate atelier on site, where handmade chocolate products are also sold.   ⸻ Basic information •Address: 841 Oana, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture •Business hours: 9:30-18:00 (last orders 30 minutes before closing) •Closed: Open every day from spring to autumn, closed every Tuesday in winter •Access: •Approximately 5 minutes by car from JR Joetsu Line "Minakami Station" •Approximately 15 minutes by car from Kanetsu Expressway "Minakami IC" •Parking: Available (30 spaces, free) ⸻ Characteristics and attractions •Chocolate atelier on site: Sells handmade chocolate made with organic and fair trade cacao from Ecuador in South America. They have a wide selection of items that are perfect as gifts, such as chocolate bonbons and chocolate gateau.  •Cafe menu: The authentic spice curry made by a Nepalese chef and pasta made with local ingredients are popular. In particular, the "Mountain Curry" is a photogenic dish that comes in three varieties: chicken, beef, and vegetables, and is piled high with rice.  •Sweets: They have a wide selection of beautiful desserts, such as chocolate bars and chocolate cakes. For the chocolate bar, you can enjoy the presentation of pouring hot sauce over a chocolate dome and letting it melt.  •Outdoor goods sales: The cafe also sells outdoor equipment and clothing, and has a wide selection of items for enjoying the nature of Minakami.  •Pets allowed: Pets are allowed on the terrace seats, so you can enjoy your meal with your beloved dog. ⸻ Recommended menu •Mountain Curry (beef/chicken/vegetables): 1,350 yen each. Comes with soup and salad. •Yama Cafe Pasta (Arrabiata/Peperoncino/Bolognese/Bacon and Maitake Tomato Pasta): 1,350 yen each. Comes with soup and salad. •Chocolate Bar: 1,800 yen. A chocolate dome topped with warm sauce for a dessert.  ⸻ #Yama Cafe Bossa Nova #Minakami Cafe #Organic Chocolate #Mountain Curry #Chocolate Bar #Outdoor Goods #Pet Friendly Cafe #Gunma Gourmet #Minakami Lunch #Chocolate Cafe #0 Yen Trip

Fisheries Learning Center (fee required) A mini aquarium that displays freshwater fish that live in the Tone River. It has Japan's first tunnel-type aquarium and mountain stream aquarium, and you can also experience doctor fish.  •Admission fee: 300 yen for adults and university students, 200 yen for high school students, 100 yen for elementary and junior high school students, free for infants •Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30)  Basic information •Location: 1681-1 Yubara, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture •Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (varies by facility) •Closed: Fisheries Learning Center is closed on the third Wednesday of every month (next day if Wednesday falls on a public holiday) •Parking: 9 large vehicles, 70 regular vehicles (2 handicapped spaces) ⸻ Access •Car: Approximately 5 minutes from "Minakami IC" on the Kan'etsu Expressway •Train: Approximately 5 minutes by taxi from "Minakami Station" on the JR Joetsu Line •Bus: Approximately 20 minutes by Kan'etsu Kotsu bus from JR Jomo-Kogen Station, then 2 minutes on foot from the "Elementary School Shita" bus stop   ⸻ Other facilities and attractions Climbing hall An indoor rock climbing facility 8 meters high. Not available when an instructor is not present.  •Fee: 700 yen for adults, 500 yen for children (rental fee included)  Foot bath There is a free foot bath to soothe your tired body after your trip.  Direct sales shop for local specialties Fresh agricultural products and local specialties are sold here. Processed products made from maitake mushrooms and hanamame beans, and local pickles are popular.  Snack corner Enjoy menus made with local ingredients, such as the famous "dam curry" and maitake mushroom soba and udon.  Seiryu Park In the adjacent park, you can sometimes experience catching trout in the summer.  ⸻ #Minakami Water Travel Museum Roadside Station #Fisheries Learning Center #Freshwater Fish Aquarium #Climbing Experience #Footbath Spot #Local Specialties #Dam Curry #Seiryu Park #Minakami Sightseeing #Gunma Drive #0 Yen Trip

Mitsumine Shrine, located in Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture, is a shrine that is said to have been founded during the Kyoho era (1716-1736). It is beloved by locals as it is said to bring good luck to sericulture and prosperity in business. Unlike Mitsumine Shrine in Chichibu, it enshrines the gods of Suwa Taisha Shrine, and was formed into its current form during the Meiji period when three surrounding shrines were merged with it.    ⸻ Basic information • Address: 1588 Shi, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture • Phone number: 0278-62-3338 • Access: Approximately 15 minutes by car from JR Joetsu Line "Gokan Station" • Parking: Available (parking space past the torii gate) • Official information: Minakami Town Tourism Association    ⸻ Sightseeing •Lap-eared lion dogs: Lap-eared lion dogs welcome visitors and create a friendly atmosphere. •Atmosphere of the grounds: The quiet grounds surrounded by trees are the perfect place to calm your mind.   Minakami Mitsumine Shrine is a shrine that is attractive for its quiet environment and unique lion dogs. When you visit, be sure to pay attention to the lop-eared lion dogs. #Minakami Mitsumine Shrine #Gunma Shrine Tour #Red Torii #Lap-eared Komainu #Good Luck in Silkworm Farming #Prosperous Business #Minakami Tourism #Goshuin Tour #Healing Shrines #Gunma Power Spots #0 Yen Trip

Located in front of Doai Station in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, ANDo&CAFE is a cafe at the entrance to climbing Mt. Tanigawa. Enjoy meals and cafe time on the open terrace while feeling the murmuring of the clear Yubiso River. The warm wooden interior is the perfect space to stop by between climbing and sightseeing.  ⸻ Basic information •Address: 220-3 Yubiso Doai, Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture •Access: About 1 minute walk from JR Joetsu Line "Doai Station" •Opening hours: 10:00-16:00 (may vary depending on the season and weather) •Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday •Number of seats: 12 seats (terrace seats available) •Parking: Available (free) ⸻ Characteristics and highlights •Location in harmony with nature: Enjoy the seasonal scenery on the open terrace overlooking the clear waters of the Yubiso River. •A wide variety of sweets: We also have a dessert menu, including soft serve ice cream from the farm. •Facilities: Free Wi-Fi and power outlets are available, making it a great place to take a break before or after a hike or for a workcation.  “ANDo&CAFE” is a cafe where you can relax in nature between hikes and sightseeing. When visiting, please check the official website or SNS for the latest business information. #ANDoCAFE #AndCafe #DoaiStationCafe #MinakamiCafe #TanigawadakeGourmet #BreakingBeforeClimbing #TheMurmuringYuhisogawa #GunmaCafeTour #CafeInHarmonyWithNature #OpenTerraceCafe #0YenTravel

Doai Station, located in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, is a JR Joetsu Line station known as "Japan's No. 1 Mole Station." The outbound platform is located deep underground, and it is popular for its extraordinary adventure-like experience of passing through the ticket gate from above ground and descending 486 steps in about 10 minutes. The platform is quietly nestled in the mountains, with a unique atmosphere of cool air and silence. It is popular not only with railway fans but also with tourists looking to experience something out of the ordinary. ⸻ Basic information •Location: Yubiso, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture •Access: Get off at "Toge Station" on the JR Joetsu Line •Line: JR Joetsu Line •Station structure: Up platform (above ground) / Down platform (70m underground) •Number of steps: 486 steps to the down platform, 10 more steps from above ground •Station building: Unmanned station (with toilets and waiting room) •Parking: Nearby (free) •Nearby tourist attractions: Tanigawadake Ropeway, Yubiso Onsen, Minakami Outdoor Sports ⸻ Highlights •A 10-minute staircase descent experience that stretches from above ground to 70m underground •The station is cool and refreshing, with a fantastic atmosphere •The platform also has photo spots and lighting for photography, making it popular for compositions that look good on social media •The station building has a retro feel and is a popular photo spot for railroad fans ⸻ #Doai Station #Japan's No. 1 Mole Station #Remote Station #Gunma Tourism #Minakami Town #486 Steps #Train Trip #Gateway to Mt. Tanigawa #Remote Station on the Joetsu Line #Extraordinary Experience Spot #0 Yen Trip