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Tenei to Minakami

Updated: March 21, 2024 07:01 PM
Minakami

Tenei to Minakami

Language: Japanese

Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)

Distance: 300 km

How to Reach:

  • By train: Take the Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Echigo-Yuzawa Station (about 70 minutes). Then transfer to the Hokuhoku Line and get off at Minakami Station (about 40 minutes).
  • By bus: Take the highway bus from Tokyo Station to Minakami Onsen (about 5 hours).

Expenses:

  • Transportation: Round-trip train tickets from Tokyo to Minakami cost about 10,000 JPY. The highway bus costs about 5,000 JPY one way.
  • Accommodation: A night at a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) in Minakami costs around 10,000 JPY.
  • Food: A meal at a restaurant in Minakami costs around 2,000 JPY.

Best time to go:

  • Spring (April-May): The weather is pleasant and the cherry blossoms are in bloom.
  • Summer (June-August): The weather is warm and sunny, perfect for hiking and swimming.
  • Autumn (September-November): The leaves turn beautiful shades of red and orange.
  • Winter (December-March): The weather is cold and snowy, perfect for skiing and snowboarding.

What to Eat:

  • Soba noodles: Minakami is famous for its soba noodles, which are made with buckwheat flour.
  • Onsen eggs: These eggs are boiled in the hot springs of Minakami and have a unique flavor.
  • Hoba miso: This dish is made with miso paste, vegetables, and meat grilled on a magnolia leaf.

Where to Go:

  • Minakami Onsen: This is a popular hot spring resort town located in the mountains of Gunma Prefecture.
  • Tanigawadake Ropeway: This ropeway takes you to the summit of Mount Tanigawa, the highest mountain in Gunma Prefecture.
  • Oze National Park: This park is home to beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and hiking trails.

FA

  • What is the best way to get from Tenei to Minakami?
  • The best way to get from Tenei to Minakami is by train.
  • How much does it cost to get from Tenei to Minakami?
  • The cost of getting from Tenei to Minakami by train is about 10,000 JPY.
  • What is the best time to visit Minakami?
  • The best time to visit Minakami is during the spring or autumn.
  • What are some things to do in Minakami?
  • Some things to do in Minakami include visiting the Minakami Onsen, taking the Tanigawadake Ropeway, and hiking in the Oze National Park.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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