This former silk factory let people to feel the term of industrial change in Japanese history. Very educational even for Japanese.

The most visited place of Gunma prefecture. The most attractive tourist spot of Tomioka City. It's a world heritage place that demonstrates the ancient Silk production and processing system of Japan. Moreover it's a model Silk factory that foster machines and modern system of silk factory across the country...

Attraction: Nice place to visit on your way to your destination. Many buildings are closed, so you can only see them from the outside. There are two rather large buildings that you can walk through one has a second story with a few exhibits you can read about. There's not that much walking since the museum is quite small. Fees: We paid $1,000 yen per person, but there are discounted rates for children. Food: There are several places for small snacks and light meals outside of the museum. We didn't try any of them and so can't recommend. Parking: There's no parking specific to the museum but there are small parking lots spread around town at the entry. Going rate is $500 yen for a full day.

Good to learn about the history and how the silk manufacturing developed in Japan. Huge machinery retained as exhibits.

Visited last year.. There is free Tomioka Silk Mill app that can be downloaded for the audio tour in various language. It’s an interesting historical place to learn how raw silk was made in the early days.

One of the world Heritage Sites of Japan. Full of its historical remains. Access is really inconvenient, however if you have a car its easy. The walking inside the Silk mill feels like you are living at 18th century. It really feels that you time travel and went back to 18th.

We dropped by Tomioka silk mill after camping just for a fun. It was amazing experience to see the process of making silk and historical house constructed before the war. Especially we are interested in the lifestyle of staff and trainers. We could see the furniture and documents. Highly recommend.

We traveled a long way to experience a wild safari, but it turned out to be just an average park. You can see the same animals in a zoo in Japan. Instead, I recommend enjoying the scenic beauty in Gunma and relaxing at an onsen for a perfect retreat day.

This zoo, built in a mountainous area, has some of the best animals on display, bringing animals from different countries.

Fantastic experience! Definitely a must see. It’s wonderful to see animals in large enclosures. The whole family really enjoyed the drive through safari.

**Gunma Safari Park** is a unique wildlife park located in Tomioka City, Gunma Prefecture, offering an immersive safari experience where visitors can observe around 100 species of animals in a setting that closely resembles their natural habitats. Spanning 360,000 square meters, the park features various zones, including a drive-through safari, a walking safari, and a petting area. Visitors can drive their own vehicles or take guided bus tours to see animals such as lions, white tigers, giraffes, elephants, and meerkats up close. The park also offers feeding experiences, allowing guests to feed herbivores and even lions from the safety of a bus. Additionally, the park has a theme park area with rides for children, a restaurant serving safari-themed dishes, and a gift shop offering animal-themed merchandise. It's a family-friendly destination that provides a thrilling and educational experience for all ages.

Recommend to go by personal car and enjoy this zoo by drive in the area where is settled for drive through. You can get close with all animals in that area. Very excited when arrive at tigers and lions zone. Please follow the rule for your safety. The zoo is very wide area. There are variety of animals. There is walking zone too. The rabbit cage also fun because the zoo allow you to touch the rabbits but you have to run and catch them. Please careful that the rabbits may bite you. And the others activity you can do here such as feeding bengal, hold hamsters.

Nice safari park…..better to go by private car…drive slowly and stop whenever you like. Feed lion/tiger by paying Yen 500. Not a big safari but its amazing.

A very good experience, can see that the animals are hyper and happy . The area is very clean and the animals is not provoking. I think they have very good management. We drive along the roads and can look at the animals closely

Beautiful temple and quiet too. Little to no tourists so it was super peaceful. The museum inside was interesting too definitely would recommend if you’re interested in daruma dolls

Visited Shorinzan Darumaji Temple today and it was such a meaningful experience. I had the chance to paint my own Daruma doll — the staff explained how to do it very clearly, which made it easy and fun. There’s also a small museum where you can see many Daruma dolls and learn about their history. What made the visit extra special was seeing the monks pray for everyone’s wishes — it felt very peaceful and heartwarming. A perfect place for reflection and a unique cultural experience. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!

【達磨の丘、沈黙のまなざし】 There’s a quiet satisfaction in arriving at Shōrinzan Daruma-ji (少林山達磨寺) — as if stepping into the birthplace of perseverance itself. Founded in the late 17th century in Takasaki, this temple is believed to be where the now-famous Daruma dolls were first crafted. The dolls, modeled after Bodhidharma, the meditating monk who lost the use of his limbs in pursuit of enlightenment, embody persistence through misfortune. Around the temple, red faces peek from unexpected corners — a stone ledge here, a garden nook there — silent witnesses to countless wishes made and forgotten. The grounds feel both festive and faintly melancholic, especially knowing how commercial the Daruma has become beyond these slopes. There’s a small museum by the main hall, but sometimes the best way to meet a legend is outdoors, in the wind that rustles through pines and prayer flags. Leaving, the rows of painted eyes seemed to follow — half-awake, half-dreaming — as if reminding me that effort, once begun, should always be completed. 【Features】 🚶‍♂️ Access: 15 mins from Takasaki Station by bus 📍 Visibility: Well-marked but feels secluded 📜 Signage: Mostly Japanese, some English 📷 Photo spot: Scattered Darumas make fun finds 🌳 Ambience: Quietly spiritual with playful details 🎐 Soundscape: Crows, temple bells, murmuring visitors 🕰️ Age: Established 1697 📖 History plaque: Yes, bilingual 🐾 Local life: Families, students, curious travelers 🧭 Off the beaten path? ➖Somewhat 💰 Admission: Free 🔙 Would I visit again? 🟰 Perhaps — once is enough to understand its charm

15 min. Taxi from Takasaki station. Very nice temple with Daruma figures (amulets), which can be prayed upon (Tamashii). It has a More 200+ stairway to main Shrine. There is also a small museum (free entrance).

Shorizan was a 3hours drive from Tokyo. We spent about an hour at the museum looking at all the different Daruma. And spent about another 2 hours visiting the site. The staff at the DIY shop on the lower level were amazing, very friendly.

Went here last year 12/02/2024 and it was incredibly beautiful! I look forward this coming “momiji” and excited to visit again!

Did not plan to drive there. Just happen to see this temple while on the move. Nice place to visit and walk around the area taking beautiful pictures.

(Translated by Google) First visit. I ordered Sichuan fried rice (850 yen). It was delicious fried rice with a mother's taste. The interior of the store is Chinese-style. There is a parking lot that can park 7 cars. (Original) 初訪問。四川チャーハン(850円)を注文。おふくろの味がするチャーハンで美味しかった。店内の内装は中国風になっている。7台停められる駐車場あり。

(Translated by Google) I went in on a Sunday lunchtime. There were two or three groups ahead of me. After some deliberation, I ordered Sichuan-style mapo tofu and rice, and my wife ordered seafood fried rice. An elderly woman was working alone, so she told me to wait a moment, and I was like, "Huff," and "Phew," and it took a while for the order to be placed. However, the mapo tofu that came out was moist and not greasy, and very delicious. It was just the right amount of spicy. My wife's seafood fried rice was also light and fluffy, and it was not the usual fried rice with scrambled eggs, but a golden fried rice without lumps. This one was also not greasy and went down smoothly. The shrimp and squid were seasoned and prepared, and although they looked like they were the same as the fried rice, the ingredients were well seasoned and very delicious. She was with an elderly husband, and it seemed like she was going at her own pace, but if you can accept that, I think it's a good restaurant. (Original) 日曜日のランチタイムに入店。先には2、3組がいました。私は悩んだ挙句、四川省式麻婆豆腐とライス、妻は海鮮炒飯を注文。年配のおばさんが1人でホールをやっているので、「ちょっと待ってください」と言われ、「はぁ」「ふぅ」といった感じで、注文までに時間がかかります。ただし、出てきた麻婆豆腐はしっとり系で油分でギタついていることもなく、実に美味。ちょうど良い辛さでした。妻の海鮮炒飯もパラパラで、良くある炒り卵の炒飯ではなく、ダマのない黄金炒飯。こちらもギタついた油分もなく、サラッと口にはいります。海老やイカも下味、下ごしらえしてあり、見た目炒飯と同化していますが、具は具でしっかりと味がついていて非常に美味しいです。高齢のご主人とで、マイペースな感じですが、それを納得できるなら良いお店だと思います。

(Translated by Google) Seasonal chilled dandan noodles are the best I come here to eat at least once a year. I took my parents out for lunch and we shared some seafood fried rice. The fried rice is crispy and the squid and shrimp are plump. This is the work of a professional. The evening grand menu includes mapo tofu, abalone cream, green pepper meat, and spring rolls, all of which are delicious. (Original) 季節限定の冷やし担々麺が最高です 毎年一度以上は食べに伺います ランチに両親連れて行ったので海鮮炒飯シェアしました 炒飯パラリ、イカエビぷりぷりです　プロの仕事ですね 夜のグランドメニューは麻婆豆腐、鮑クリーム、青椒肉絲、春巻きなどどれも美味しい

(Translated by Google) The portions are insanely large♡ The seasoning of the Chinese rice bowl is indescribably gentle, and the Sichuan mapo has a strong flavor with a fragrant miso taste, which is also spicy and delicious!! I want to go again🥺 (Original) ボリュームが半端ない♡ 中華丼の味付けは、なんとも言えない優しい味つけ、四川麻婆は味濃い目で味噌の香ばしい味で、これまた辛くて美味しかった!! また、行きたいです🥺

(Translated by Google) Visited with my wife, parents, sisters and family. I had a niece in 5th grade, a niece and nephew in 2nd grade, and a 2-year-old daughter, and they all enjoyed the ramen, dandan noodles, and green pepper meat paste. There are two sizes, but the small one is about 3 servings, so there is quite a lot. We ordered a variety of dishes and shared them on small plates as shown in the photo. Green pepper meat...delicious! It's not greasy and feels refreshing. Chilled Dandan noodles...not spicy and delicious! Boiled dumplings... They were small in size, but they were plump and delicious. Sichuan mapo tofu...it was extremely spicy. I could only eat one bite. It tastes just right when mixed with fried rice or dandan noodles. Shrimp fried rice... it's so fluffy! ! ! It was the most delicious. Squid and nuts with chili sauce...surprisingly delicious! It's not spicy! It was a chili pepper that looked like a wood ear mushroom. It is recommended to go with a large group. (Original) 妻と両親、姉妹家族と来店。 小５の姪、小２の姪と甥、２歳の娘がいましたが、ラーメンや担々麺、青椒肉絲などおいしく食べていました。 サイズは２種類ありますが、小で三人前ほどで、量はなかなかあります。 様々な料理を注文して、写真のように小皿に分けてみんなで食べました。 青椒肉絲…美味！しつこくなく、さっぱりしています。 冷やし担々麺…辛くなく、おいしい！ 水餃子…サイズは小さいですが、プリップリでおいしかったです。 四川麻婆豆腐…めちゃくちゃ辛かったです。一口しか食べられませんでした。チャーハンや担々麺などと混ぜるとちょうどいい感じに。 海老炒飯…パラッパラ！！！一番美味しかったです。 イカとナッツの唐辛子痛め…意外と美味しい！辛くない！キクラゲに見えるのが唐辛子でした。 大人数で行くのがオススメです。

(Translated by Google) I visited for lunch because I wanted to eat authentic Chinese food. I ordered the Sichuan mapo tofu lunch and the Sichuan fried rice. The authentic mapo tofu was rich in flavor with a strong hint of Japanese pepper, and was very delicious. The fried rice was also light and fluffy, and I ate it all in one go. I'd like to visit again in the evening. (Original) 本格中華を食べたくてランチに訪問しました。 四川麻婆豆腐のランチと四川チヤーハンをオーダー 本格麻婆豆腐は味が濃く山椒が効いていて、とても美味しいです。 チャーハンはパラパラでこちらもペロリといただきましま。 今度は夜訪問したいです。

(Translated by Google) The parking lot is spacious and you need a car to get there. I was taken there by someone from Takasaki. First visit: October 2020, Sichuan As expected of a restaurant with ties to the area, the interior was spacious. I was excited to see the round tables for the first time in a while. The recommended dandan noodles were spicy and delicious, and I remembered the same thing every time I ate there. This restaurant makes you want to try different dishes. (Original) 駐車場が広い車ででないと行けない 高崎の方に連れて行ってもらい 初訪問　2020年10月　四川（しせん） ゆかりのあるお店らしく店内は広い 久しぶりにみる円卓に興奮 おすすめされた担々麵 からい うまいが食べるたびに繰り返される。 違うメニューも食べてみたくなるお店。