TAKASAKI, Gunma Prefecture—Thousands of daruma dolls, symbols of good luck and perseverance, were given a fiery ceremonial send-off at a Zen Buddhist temple here on Jan. 15. A towering pile of ...

Gunma Prefecture was named the most popular relocation destination for the first time in 2024 in a survey conducted by a ...

TSUMAGOI, Gunma Prefecture—Thieves have done tremendous damage to a popular ski resort here as part of a rash of thefts of copper transmission wiring around the nation recently due in part to ...

Selected by the Gunma Prefecture to help redevelop areas around the national landmark, Snow Peak's campsite will include a ...

Japan's first government-operated mechanized silk mill was established in 1872 in Tomioka City, Gunma Prefecture. The World Heritage Site is open to the public. Chichibu Shrine ...

We journey from Gunma Pref., northwest of Tokyo, through Niigata Pref. and marvel at the colors of early summer. Glide along the Tone River through fresh verdure. Explore an art installation in a ...