[2025 Shibukawa ] Travel Guide for Ikaho Onsen (Updated Apr)

#FuriTabi I went to Ikaho Onsen in Gunma Prefecture☺️ It takes about 3.5 hours by highway bus from Tokyo Station. It was very convenient because the bus terminal is at the entrance to Ikaho Onsen. Ikaho Onsen is famous for its stone steps. There are 365 steps. If you want to climb the stone steps, I recommend wearing comfortable shoes. At the top of the stone steps is Ikaho Shrine⛩️ It is said to be a power spot, and is also famous for its benefits in praying for children, safe childbirth, and matchmaking☺️ If you go further in, you will find the Ikaho Onsen drinking fountain where you can drink the hot spring water. It had a very unique taste🥹 Below Ikaho Shrine is the famous Katsugetsudo☺️ This is the birthplace of onsen manju. This popular store was founded in the Meiji era. It was delicious♪ And this time, for lunch, I enjoyed Mizusawa udon at Osawaya, which is located halfway up the stone steps😋 It was chewy and very delicious. I also took the ropeway🚡 and visited the memorial museum. It's not a very big hot spring town, but the air is clean, the food is delicious, and I was able to refresh myself. The quality of the spring water was also good♪ #100TravelStyle #mayu✈️trip🇯🇵 #domestictravel

#celebratewithtrip This place is a hot spring town. It says one of the old planned Onsen town in Japan. Original steps and town were build in 1580's Amazing! Hot spring water flows down the waterway in the middle of the stairs.In winter, it steams and welcomes many tourists. There were hotels, souvenir shops, retro-modern shooting shops, etc. Great place, highly recommended! #japan #friendstrip

A steep stone staircase with over 400 years of history. Ikaho Onsen Stone Steps Street, lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, and inns, is full of hot spring atmosphere ♨️ Even if it's raining, you can eat hot hot spring manju in the steam rising from the stone steps and warm your body and soul 😊 Enjoy the hot springs to the fullest 😆 #trip2022

Ikaho Onsen in Gunma ♨️ The stone steps are very charming and lovely ☺️ But going up from the bottom to the top is a good workout 😂 lol There are candy shops, souvenir shops, shooting gallery, and more on the stone steps, so you can enjoy the hot spring town ✨ There is also a free foot bath, so be sure to bring a towel 🙌 When you get to the top, you will find Ikaho Shrine ⛩ If you go further, you will find Kawajika Bridge, a famous spot for autumn leaves, so please be sure to check it out 🥰 ＊Ikaho Onsen 〒377-0102 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture ■ 25 minutes by bus from Shibukawa Station #Breathtaking view #Autumn leaves #Hot spring #Ikaho Onsen #Gunma #Gunma sightseeing #Stone steps #Hot spring town

The biggest attraction in Ikaho Onsen is the Stone Steps Street. We recommend checking into a ryokan and going out in a yukata! #CouplesTrip #IkahoOnsen #StoneStepsStreet

📍Address: Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture, Japan, 〒377-0102 🏖️Environment/Facilities: There are two types of hot springs in Ikaho Onsen. One is the golden hot spring rich in iron. The other is the colorless and transparent silver hot spring, which has a good therapeutic effect and is widely praised. The Ishidan Street is full of nostalgic style. There are many shops and hotels. It is very lively. 🗓️Transportation method: Take the Ikaho Onsen Bus from Takasaki Station West Exit No. 2 Bus Stop and get off at Ikaho Information Center. The journey takes about 80 minutes and the fare is 1170 yen

#Spring0yentrip Hotel Kogure, Ikaho Onsen If you want to spend a "luxurious time" at Ikaho Onsen, a famous hot spring in Gunma Prefecture, we recommend "Hotel Kogure"♨️✨ This hot spring inn has a history of over 400 years and boasts the largest amount of hot water in Ikaho, the "Golden Hot Spring"♨️🌿 You can enjoy the seasonal scenery from the open-air bath and spacious public bath, and relax your mind and body🍁🌸 The rooms are available in a wide variety of designs, from pure Japanese to modern🛏️ The food is also luxurious, and the kaiseki cuisine made with Joshu beef and fresh local ingredients is exquisite🍽️✨ You can enjoy both the hot springs and the food, making it the perfect inn for a "reward trip"🎁 📍Basic information (check the website for the latest information) ✴︎Address 135 Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture ✴︎Access 🚗 About 20 minutes by car from Shibukawa Ikaho IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway 🚌 About 25 minutes by bus from JR Shibukawa Station (to Ikaho Onsen) ✴︎Price 1 night with 2 meals from 25,000 yen (varies depending on room type and season)💰 ✴︎Business hours Check-in 15:00~ / Check-out 10:00 A luxurious inn where you can enjoy Ikaho's famous hot springs to the fullest✨ If you want to heal your mind and body, be sure to stay here♨️💕 #I want to connect with people who like hotels #Domestic travel #Ikaho Onsen #Kaiseki cuisine #Hot spring inn #Inn #Christmas trip #Blue sky

The symbol of Ikaho Onsen, a hot spring area representing Gunma Prefecture, is the "Stone Steps Street." ♨️ The hot spring town, with 365 stone steps, is full of emotion and has a nostalgic atmosphere. 🎭 Enjoy the hot spring town while walking down the stone steps The stone steps street is lined with long-established hot spring manju shops, foot baths, shooting ranges, souvenir shops, and more, so just walking around is exciting! The Ikaho specialty "Yunohana Manju" is especially addictively delicious with its subtle sweetness. ♨️ Warm your body to the core with the golden hot spring Ikaho Onsen has a brown hot spring called "Golden Hot Spring," which contains iron and is effective for cold sensitivity and fatigue recovery. At the Ikaho open-air bath, you can enjoy the hot springs in a relaxing natural environment. 📍 Access information Address: Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Access: About 25 minutes by bus from JR Shibukawa Station Every time you climb the stone steps, you can feel the history and atmosphere of Ikaho Onsen. Enjoy the retro atmosphere of the hot spring town and delicious gourmet food to create special travel memories✨ #0 yen travel February 2025 #Ikaho Onsen #Stone steps street #Hot spring trip #Retro townscape #Gunma sightseeing

[Stone Steps Tama Konnyaku] As soon as I started climbing the stone steps, I found a shop with a particularly noticeable crowd. As my first foodie, I bought Tama Konnyaku for ¥200. The plump and glossy texture, well-cooked saltiness, and the mustard accent go really well together. As I slowly stuffed my mouth in front of the shop, I saw some repeat customers on the way there and back☺️ I'd like to come back to eat here again when I visit Ikaho Onsen. It was a dish that satisfied both my stomach and my heart✨ 📍Address: 78 Ikaho Otsu, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma 377-0102 🕰️Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 #0 yen trip February 2025

[Ikaho Matcha 365 (matcha & sweets specialty store)] This shop is located along Ishidan-gai in Ikaho Onsen, and you can enjoy freshly ground matcha drinks and very rich fondant au chocolat in the store. ・Matcha fondant ・Hojicha fondant　380 yen each Although they are small in size, both are fragrant, and when you take a bite, the sauce melts out almost to the brim 🤤 One piece is enough to satisfy you ◎ 📍Address: 68 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma 377-0102 🕰️Business hours: 9:00-17:00 #0 yen trip February 2025

Introducing Ikaho Onsen, a recommended spot for a two-day trip in the Kanto region♨️ The hot spring town of Ikaho Onsen is said to have been the first hot spring town in Japan to be developed based on a hot spring city plan about 440 years ago💡 If you climb the stairs at the Ishidan-gaiguchi entrance, which is considered the entrance to Ikaho, you will find the Ikaho Onsen town spreading out on the approach to Ikaho Shrine✨You can easily enjoy the hot springs, including foot baths♪ Ishidan Tama Konnyaku is a local specialty, so be sure to try it! ! ♨️Spot name: Ikaho Onsen 📍Location: Ikaho Ishidan-gaiguchi, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture 🚄Access: From Tokyo to Ikaho, take the Shinkansen at "Takasaki Station" and get off the train at "Shibukawa Station". Then take a bus to "Ikaho Onsen". *There is a direct bus from Shinjuku Bus, so this is a cheap and convenient way to get there ◎ #Kanto Tourism #Gunma #Hot Springs #Domestic Travel #0 Yen TravelFebruary 2025

Ikaho Onsen in Gunma Prefecture is a hot spring resort♨️ known for its historic hot springs. Its symbol is the 365-step stone stairway, lined with old-fashioned hot spring inns, shooting ranges, and hot spring manju shops, making it a fun place to stroll around🎯🍡. The autumn leaves are especially beautiful in the fall, and the red and yellow trees and the steam from the hot springs are full of atmosphere🍁✨. It's a healing spot where you can enjoy the beauty of nature and the comfort of the hot springs while slowly soaking in the golden water💛. #IkahoOnsen #StoneStairsStreet #HotSpringTrip #AutumnFoliageSpot #GunmaTourism #RelaxingTime #0YenTripFebruary2025

Head to Ikaho Onsen, a famous hot spring in Gunma Prefecture. A journey to relax in the elegant scenery of the stone steps and the shining golden "Golden Hot Springs". The atmosphere of the stone steps The "Stone Steps" street, the symbol of Ikaho, has 365 steps. On both sides are lined with souvenir shops, shooting ranges, and long-established inns, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the hot spring town just by walking. The hot and sweet hot spring manju that I drank along the way was irresistible. Soaking in the Golden Hot Springs There are two types of hot springs at Ikaho Onsen: "Golden Hot Springs" and "Silver Hot Springs". This time, we went to the historic "Golden Hot Springs". The brown water containing iron warms the body from the inside and moisturizes the skin. After the bath, take a break with "Yu no Hana Manju" and milk. Ikaho Ropeway and a spectacular view Take the Ikaho Ropeway to Miharashi Station, which is 932 meters above sea level. From the observation deck, you can enjoy a spectacular view of Mount Haruna and Mount Akagi. It's even more beautiful in the autumn foliage season. Finish with Mizusawa Udon On the way back, enjoy the specialty "Mizusawa Udon". The chewy udon is served with sesame sauce or soy sauce. The simple yet deep flavor is very satisfying. Access There are two main ways to get to Ikaho Onsen from Tokyo: ①Train + Bus • About 2 hours from JR Joetsu Line "Shibukawa Station" (about 1 hour 50 minutes from Ueno Station using the Kusatsu-Shima Express) • About 25 minutes from Shibukawa Station by bus to Ikaho Onsen ②Car • About 20 minutes from "Shibukawa Ikaho IC" on the Kan-etsu Expressway #Gunma #IkahoOnsen #HotSpringTrip #StoneStepsStreet #GoldenYu #MizusawaUdon #HotSpringManju #GunmaTourism #BeautifulSpot #WalkingAroundHotSpringTown #DayTripHotSpring #RelaxingTrip

#0yentravelJanuary2025 A cafe called TO BE COFFEE, attached to the inn "Ikaho Shusuien" at the edge of Ikaho's hot spring town☕️ It happened to be near the inn I was staying at, and it had good reviews, so I decided to drop by, and it turned out to be a hidden gem with a great view😍⛰️ When I was guided to the cafe, located at the very back of the inn, a very open and beautiful view spread out before me!! Since it is located on a hill, you can see famous mountains such as Mount Akagi from the cafe🔭 If you order the seasonal menu item "Affogato Shake - Summer", they will carefully make it after you order, and it was also delicious🩵 The rich shake is delicious on its own, but it also contains mango, and the process of pouring hot coffee over it to make an affogato is fun😋 The coasters are also cute, handmade-like tile coasters, giving you a retro cute feel🫶🏻 The corn cheese toast is also delicious🍞 The owner is also very kind, and it's a cafe you'll want to visit again and again✨ The time flows slowly and leisurely, making it a hidden gem and a recommended cafe✨ 📍Location: 557-27 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture 💰Price per person: Approximately ¥1000 #HotSpringTrip #HotSpring #GourmetTrip

Allsen on Mt. Ikaho 🫠🤍

#0yentravelJanuary2025#Ikahoonsen 🔥Reasons to recommend Shrine, museum, treasure museum, etc. The Ikaho area is also full of gourmet food. Recommended for a day trip from the metropolitan area. 📝Travel record Toys, dolls and automobile museum A retro Showa-era museum. You'll be excited by the nostalgic space! I went in a Showa-era outfit, so I had a lot of photos taken. Haruna Shrine An interesting fortune slip where the letters emerge when exposed to water. I took a break at 📍Enjutei, just outside the shrine. The zenzai was soaked in my body. They also sell souvenirs, so be sure to check them out. 🍴Tamaruya I had an image of soba in the hot spring town, but they also have udon! It's chewy and delicious. -------------------------------------------------------- 📍Area surrounding Ikaho Onsen 〒377-0102 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture

#2024 Travel Review *Ikaho Onsen (Ikaho Onsen)** The happiest part of 2024 was going to Gunma! Ikabo Onsen is known for its ancient stone steps and beautiful scenery. There are many traditional inns here that give you the nostalgic atmosphere of Japan. While taking a bath, you can also enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery, especially in autumn, the beauty of the autumn leaves is intoxicating.

#FuriTabiWinter When you think of Ikaho, famous for its hot springs, you think of Mizusawa udon! There are many Mizusawa udon restaurants lined up, but I went to the most popular one in the area, [Ganso Tamaruya] ✨ It's much larger than you'd imagine from the outside, and the parking lot is also large, so you can rest assured! You can take a numbered ticket and wait in your car or in the waiting room inside the restaurant ♪ I was about 17th in line, but there are a lot of seats, so the turnover is very fast and I was shown to my seat in no time 🙌🏻 There are two large rooms separated by an aisle, so I was surprised at how spacious it is 🫢 There are many menus to choose from, but I ordered the Hotei Fukuzen, which is probably the signature menu 🥰 First, I tried the udon without dipping it in the soup, and it was chewy and firm, with a light saltiness and was very delicious 😋💕 Of course, the tempura was also crispy, hot and delicious! ! The atmosphere of the restaurant made me glad I came 😌🫶🏻 📍Location: 206-1 Mizusawa, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture 💰Price per person: ¥1950 #Gunma #GourmetTrip #HotSpring #WinterTrip

Ikaho Onsen in Gunma Prefecture♨️ Especially famous is the atmospheric "Stone Steps Street" During the day, the lively atmosphere unique to hot spring towns spreads, and you can enjoy visiting long-established Yunohana Manju and miscellaneous goods stores🤍 When you reach the top of the famous stone steps, there is a wonderful view from the observation spot🌞 At night, the stone steps street is lit up, and the atmosphere changes to a fantastic one🌙 The stone steps lit up by warm light are like another world. Enjoy a special moment in the hot spring town where you can enjoy two different expressions during the day and at night✨ 📍Ikaho Onsen 📮76-5 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture 🚌About 30 minutes by bus from Shibukawa Station #Domestic Travel Record #Ikaho Onsen #Ikaho #Ikaho Onsen Stone Steps #Gunma Tourism #Gunma Trip #Hot Spring Trip #Hot Spring #Hot Spring Inn

I went to Ikaho Onsen! This is a hot spring resort in Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture, blessed with history and nature. It has been loved by many people since ancient times and is characterized by its charming streetscape called "Stone Steps Street"‼ ️ The streetscape with 365 stone steps is lined with hot spring inns and souvenir shops on both sides, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the hot spring resort while strolling♨️ There are also two types of hot springs here, Golden Bath and Silver Bath, which are said to have skin-beautifying and relaxing effects♨️ It is also about 2 hours by train from Tokyo, so it is recommended for weekend trips✨ Why not relax in the historical townscape and hot springs of Ikaho Onsen♨️ 📍Location: Ikaho Onsen, Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Charming streetscape #Domestic Travel Record

Ikaho Onsen is a historic hot spring area that can be reached in less than an hour by train from Maebashi. The town is centered around a 300-meter-long stone-step street, lined with restaurants, souvenir shops and traditional hotels. The town is located on the side of Mount Haruna, and most of the hot spring baths overlook the neighboring mountains. A short bus ride takes you to the stunning crater lake at the top of Mount Haruna. The famous Mizusawa Temple (Mizusawa Kannon Temple) is located near Ikaho Onsen, and on the way to the temple, there are many restaurants that are equally famous for their Mizusawa Udon. #ChristmasDestinations2024

📍Godai-me Hanayama Udon Ikaho Ishidan Branch A recommended restaurant for lunch in Ikaho. Not only the udon, but the konjac was also very delicious! 【INFORMATION】 Godai-me Hanayama Udon Ikaho Ishidan Branch 📮377-0102 Ikaho 20, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma 🕐11:00-15:00 #0 Yen Travel Autumn

Ikaho Onsen is a historic hot spring town in Gunma Prefecture, and the atmosphere of the stone steps is very appealing. The stone steps are lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, shooting ranges, and more, and you can enjoy the bustle of a traditional hot spring town. The "drinkable hot spring" in particular has a unique taste with a lot of iron, and is said to be good for your body. We recommend trying a little and experiencing the power of the hot spring. The waters of Ikaho Onsen are known as "golden water" and are characterized by their reddish-brown color. There are many inns and hot spring facilities in the hot spring town, and you can enjoy day trips, so you can drop in casually. There are also spots where you can experience traditional games such as shooting galleries and smart balls, making it a great place to have fun with friends and family. Ikaho Onsen is easily accessible from the city center and can be visited by car or public transportation, making it a great place for a weekend trip. Enjoy the retro atmosphere of the hot spring town while soothing your mind and body in the hot springs. #0 Yen Travel Autumn

I really like the atmosphere and the food is delicious.

"Ikaho Onsen Stone Steps Street" The stone steps are said to have a history of over 400 years💭 There are souvenir shops, shooting galleries, inns, restaurants, and more lined up! There are shops even in the alleys, so it's fun to take your time and stroll around thoroughly✨ 📍Address: 76-5 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma 377-0102 #0 yen trip

#Travelwithme When you think of Ikaho Onsen, you think of Ishidan Street! Enjoy the flowing hot springs, the spectacular scenery, and delicious restaurants! The night illumination is also spectacular, and the safari is recommended for families! Ikaho Onsen in Gunma Prefecture is also recommended for families! We booked Kintayu as our accommodation on a trip! The food is amazing!

Ikaho Onsen Stone Steps Street in Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃 The stone steps of Ikaho Onsen have been in existence for over 400 years since the end of the Sengoku period. It's 300m to the top of Ikaho Shrine, with 365 steps. It's much longer than I thought! On both sides of the stone steps are inns, restaurants, and souvenir shops. Going further past the shrine, you can see a red bridge. The contrast between the Kawajika Bridge and the fresh greenery is incredibly beautiful, and the babbling of the river is soothing. ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ꕥLocation: Ikaho Onsen Stone Steps Street ꕥAddress: 76-5 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma ꕥAccess: 🚘Shibukawa Ikaho IC → approx. 22 minutes ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Traveling with me #Ikaho Onsen #Ikaho Onsen Stone Steps

The day before May Day, I went on a spontaneous trip with my friends. At 10 o'clock, we took the JR Limited Express Kusatsu Shima No. 1 from Ueno to Shibukawa, and arrived at Shibukawa at 11:36. I highly recommend this hot spring express train. It passed Ikaho Onsen, Shima Onsen, and finally arrived at Kusatsu Onsen. The return trip is even more convenient. You can take the JR from Shibukawa to Takasaki, and then take the Shinkansen from Takasaki to Ueno. The whole journey only takes 1 hour and 15 minutes. Ikaho Onsen is really the closest hot spring resort to Tokyo. The famous Yumachi Ikaho Onsen was mentioned in the ancient classics Manyoshu and Kokinshu. The core Shiduan Street also has a history of more than 400 years. It has been a hot spring town full of hot spring emotions since ancient times. Both sides of Shiduan Street are lined with hotels, souvenir shops and restaurants. This is also the birthplace of hot spring manju (Yuhana manju). There is also one of the three major udon in Japan - Shibukawa udon. Unfortunately, after eating the eel rice, I couldn’t eat any more udon. I had eel rice near Shibukawa Station to replenish my energy, and then took a 20-minute bus ride to reach Ishidan Street in Ikaho Onsen. Ishidan Street is the most representative attraction of Ikaho Onsen. The street is located on a slope, with a total of 365 steps, full of traditional Japanese style. At the top of the steps is the Ikaho Onsen Shrine. Because the famous modern Japanese social novelist and essayist Tokutomi Roka wrote the tragic love novel "Why Not Go Back Home" here, Ikaho Onsen has become a place to seek marriage, and many devout men and women come here to pray for marriage. You must try the steamed buns from "Katsugetsudo" on the stone steps. It also appeared in "Initial D". As for why it is this color, it is specially made into the same brown color as Ikaho Onsen. Go around the shrine and walk up a little further, and you will reach the red ancient bridge - Kajika Bridge. It is particularly pleasant amidst the greenery, and it must be especially beautiful during the red leaf season. Going up the road is the drinking water point of Ikaho Onsen. I tried to catch the water with my hands and it had a strong smell of rust. It turns out that the hot spring here is rich in iron and the hot spring is also red. Further up is the source of Ikaho Onsen, which can be said to be the "first bath". We soaked in the Ikaho open-air hot spring, which costs 450 yen per person. There is no shower, so we can only rinse our bodies with hot spring water. The open-air hot spring is full of wildness, and there are some drowned small flies in the pool, which does not feel too out of place. The men's and women's baths are connected underneath, truly ensuring gender equality. I took a bath, strolled around Shiduan Street, and started my return journey. It was a very pleasant day.