Three days in Gunma: exhibits or an indoor bath break?

From Tokyo Station, take an ordinary train for Takasaki on a JR Takasaki Line service. At Takasaki Station's west exit bay 8, take Gururin Kannonyama route 14 via Kataoka to Byakui Kannon-mae. Use official searches to choose a direct train and buses in both directions for your date.

JR East station and line timetables for your date2026-10-08Current Kannonyama route 14 outward timetable2026-10-08

Follow the path beside the Daishido from the stop up to the statue. If the stairs inside the statue are difficult for you, choose a walk through the grounds. Interior visits are available 09:00–17:00 in March–October and 09:00–16:30 in November–February.

Kannonyama walking map2026-10-08Byakue Dai-Kannon interior admission and seasonal hours2026-10-08

Walk back down the same route and take Gururin route 13 towards Takasaki Station west exit from Byakui Kannon-mae. Distinguish outward route 14 from return route 13. Finish your first day with dinner near the station.

Current Kannonyama route 13 return timetable2026-10-08Current Kannonyama route 14 outward timetable2026-10-08

Take Gururin Gunma-no-Mori route 9 towards Gendai–Motoshimana to Gunma-no-Mori. Stay on the same bus when the route name changes at Watanukimachi; no transfer is needed. Follow Gunma Prefectural Museum of History signs on the park map. It is about five minutes from the stop to the history museum.

Current Gunma-no-Mori route 9 timetable2026-10-08Gunma-no-Mori timetable revised in 20252026-10-08Modern art museum access and bus timetables in both directions2026-10-08History museum 2026 special exhibition and admission2026-10-08History museum access and facilities2026-10-08

Choose a history exhibition running on your date and check what its ticket covers. Special and permanent exhibitions may have different prices and ticket conditions. Hours are 09:30–17:00, with last entry at 16:30. Monday is the usual closing day; check the calendar for your date.

History museum: current exhibition dates and visiting conditions2026-10-09History museum access and facilities2026-10-08History museum 2026 opening calendar2026-10-08

After the exhibits, rest in the park, then return to the Gunma-no-Mori stop for route 9 towards Takasaki Station east exit. Check outward and return buses separately in the official timetable. Eat and rest near the station.

Current Gunma-no-Mori route 9 timetable2026-10-08Gunma-no-Mori timetable revised in 20252026-10-08Modern art museum access and bus timetables in both directions2026-10-08

Take Gururin Gunma-no-Mori route 9 towards Gendai–Motoshimana to Gunma-no-Mori. Stay on the same bus when the route name changes at Watanukimachi; no transfer is needed. Follow Museum of Modern Art, Gunma signs on the park map.

Current Gunma-no-Mori route 9 timetable2026-10-08Gunma-no-Mori timetable revised in 20252026-10-08Modern art museum access and bus timetables in both directions2026-10-08Modern art museum 2026 collection exhibition and admission2026-10-08

Check the collection exhibition and galleries open on your date. If a special exhibition is running, compare its admission and ticket coverage separately. Hours are 09:30–17:00, with last entry at 16:30. Check Monday and public holiday operations in the official calendar.

Modern art museum: current exhibition dates and visiting conditions2026-10-09Modern art museum access and bus timetables in both directions2026-10-08

After the exhibits, rest in the park, then return to Gunma-no-Mori for route 9 towards Takasaki Station east exit. Check outward and return buses separately in the official timetable. From Takasaki Station, return on an ordinary JR Takasaki Line service towards Tokyo. Check whether the service runs directly to Tokyo and its final destination for your date.

Current Gunma-no-Mori route 9 timetable2026-10-08Gunma-no-Mori timetable revised in 20252026-10-08Modern art museum access and bus timetables in both directions2026-10-08JR East station and line timetables for your date2026-10-08JR 2026 revised fare guidance2026-10-08

Take your reserved Joshu Yumeguri direct bus. Book both journeys for your date and check the boarding location on the departure board that day. Leave time for road delays instead of scheduling a performance immediately after arrival.

Shinjuku fourth-floor guide2026-10-08JR Bus operator route hub and linked current timetable2026-10-08October 2026 Joshu Yumeguri fare calendar2026-10-08

Walk from the terminal to Yubatake for a meal and a look around town. Choose a Netsunoyu performance in the official calendar for your date, and arrive for on-site ticket sales 30 minutes before it starts. Advance reservations are not accepted; if sold out, choose another session or day.

Performance admission and ticket conditions2026-10-08

After the yumomi and dance performance, have dinner around Yubatake and rest. Choose separately between watching the performance and paying for a hands-on yumomi experience.

Performance admission and ticket conditions2026-10-08Yubatake Souan check-in, luggage storage and morning FAQ2026-10-08

Follow Gozanoyu signs southwest of Yubatake to the entrance. Choose it if you want an indoor bath with washing facilities.

Gozanoyu current prices and lounge2026-10-08Gozanoyu lockers, towels and facilities FAQ2026-10-08

Rest in the large shared room after bathing. April–November hours are 07:00–21:00, with last entry at 20:30; the large lounge is available 09:00–20:00. Private rooms cost extra.

Gozanoyu current prices and lounge2026-10-08Gozanoyu lockers, towels and facilities FAQ2026-10-08

There is no restaurant inside the bath facility, so go out for a meal around Yubatake. Today gives you time for bathing and rest rather than rushing to another bath.

Gozanoyu lockers, towels and facilities FAQ2026-10-08

Walk through Sainokawara Street and the park to the outdoor bath. The walk from Yubatake takes about 12 minutes; allow for uphill and downhill sections and reception time.

Outdoor bath prices and hours2026-10-08Outdoor bath walking access, lockers and facilities FAQ2026-10-08Walking within the park2026-10-08

April–November hours are 07:00–20:00, with last entry at 19:30. The outdoor bath has no washing area, hair dryers or towel rental, so bring your own towel. If the winter 09:00 opening does not fit your departure from your accommodation, bathe the previous day instead.

Outdoor bath prices and hours2026-10-08Outdoor bath walking access, lockers and facilities FAQ2026-10-08Walking within the park2026-10-08

Walk back to town, finish preparing to leave, then go to the terminal. Take your reserved Joshu Yumeguri service to Shinjuku. Allow for road delays when planning other reservations after arrival in Shinjuku.

JR Bus operator route hub and linked current timetable2026-10-08October 2026 Joshu Yumeguri fare calendar2026-10-08Yubatake Souan walking access from the terminal2026-10-08Yubatake Souan check-in, luggage storage and morning FAQ2026-10-08