By World Lens Editors Updated November 2, 2026 3 min read
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Quick facts Region: KantoCapital: MaebashiPopulation: 1.9 millionClimate: InlandCherry blossom (average): 29 MarchNo. 1 in Japan: 90% of Japan's konnyaku yams — Summer-autumn cabbage (Tsumagoi), daruma dolls (Takasaki), Kusatsu Onsen⭐ Top sights ♨️
Kusatsu Onsen Japan's greatest natural flow of hot water. The Yubatake hot-water field and yumomi water-cooling show. A perennial No. 1 in national onsen rankings
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Ikaho Onsen A town built around 365 stone steps. "Golden" iron-rich and "silver" clear waters
🍲 Local food Okkirikomi, yaki-manju, Mizusawa udon
Gunma is wheat country. Okkirikomi simmers wide noodles with vegetables
🏨 Where to stay in Gunma The area around Maebashi, the capital, has the best transport links and the widest choice of hotels; a night at a hot-spring town is also worth it.
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Frequently asked questions What is Gunma famous for food-wise? Gunma's best-known local dishes are Okkirikomi, yaki-manju, Mizusawa udon. Gunma is wheat country. Okkirikomi simmers wide noodles with vegetables
What are the top sights in Gunma? Top picks in Gunma include Kusatsu Onsen, Ikaho Onsen.
When do cherry blossoms bloom in Gunma? In Gunma (Maebashi), Somei-yoshino cherry trees usually start blooming around 29 March, reaching full bloom about a week later.
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