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Agatsumakyo Roadside Station

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Agatsumakyo Roadside Station

A multi-purpose sightseeing hub with natural beauty, hot springs, local specialties, and hands-on experiences.

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Agatsumakyo Roadside Station is a multi-purpose roadside station located in Higashiagatsuma Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture. Set at the gateway to Agatsuma Gorge, a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty, it is a popular local destination not only as a rest stop for drivers, but also as a sightseeing facility visitors can enjoy throughout the day.

The facility includes the Tengu farmers’ market, the reservation-only café café de 91, and Agatsumakyo Onsen Tengu no Yu. Tengu no Yu is a chloride hot spring with water flowing directly from the source, and offers indoor baths, open-air baths, and private baths. Guests can enjoy a relaxing soak while taking in views of Agatsuma’s natural scenery. The market sells freshly harvested morning vegetables and local specialties. The café also offers course-style menus that change with the seasons.

The site also features AGATSUMA SANADA NINJYA World, an interactive attraction themed around Sanada ninjas, along with a free dog run, footbath, and open plaza. Walking trails around Agatsuma Gorge are maintained nearby, where visitors can take in the gorge’s beauty in every season. This roadside station offers a wide range of ways to enjoy both sightseeing and relaxation.

Highlights

  • A multi-purpose roadside station at the gateway to the scenic Agatsuma Gorge.
  • A popular spot for more than just a driving break, with attractions to enjoy all day.
  • Features a farmers’ market, café, and day-use hot spring.
  • Also includes an interactive ninja attraction, a free dog run, and an open plaza.
  • Maintained walking trails around Agatsuma Gorge let visitors enjoy the gorge’s seasonal beauty.

Photos

  • Local fresh vegetables and fruit, plus commemorative tickets for sale

    Local fresh vegetables and fruit, plus commemorative tickets for sale

  • “Original Early Spring to Spring Instant Salad ‘30’s’”

    “Original Early Spring to Spring Instant Salad ‘30’s’”

  • “Mugwort Brioche with Vegan Cheese”

    “Mugwort Brioche with Vegan Cheese”

  • The open-air bath at Agatsumakyo Onsen “Tengu no Yu”

    The open-air bath at Agatsumakyo Onsen “Tengu no Yu”

  • A dog run with an area of Approx. 1,500 square meters

    A dog run with an area of Approx. 1,500 square meters

  • The “shuriken throwing” attraction, where you can feel like a ninja

    The “shuriken throwing” attraction, where you can feel like a ninja

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Are there coin lockers?
A

No. Coin lockers for use while bathing are available inside the hot spring facility Agatsumakyo Onsen Tengu no Yu.

Q

Is there a smoking area?
A

A smoking area is available in a designated outdoor location.

Q

Are there sightseeing spots nearby?
A

Agatsuma Gorge is Approx. 3 minutes away by car, and Iwai Shinsui Park is Approx. 21 minutes away by car.

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Details

Name in Japanese
道の駅 あがつま峡
Postal Code
377-0813
Address
6441 Oaza Mishima, Higashiagatsuma Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture
Phone Number
0279-67-3193 (Agatsumakyo Roadside Station), 0279-67-2685 (Tengu no Yu)
Hours
Farmers’ market 9:00am–5:00pm, dining area 11:00am–4:00pm (Last food order at 3:30pm), hot spring 10:00am–9:00pm (Reception closes at 8:30pm) *Please refer to the official website for the latest information.
Closed on
January 1–January 3 *The hot spring is closed on the second Tuesday of each month and January 1.
Access
1) Approx. 50 minutes by car from Shibukawa-Ikaho IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway (via Routes 17, 353, and 145)
2) Approx. 20 minutes by Tengu no Yu loop bus from Gunma-Haramachi Station on the JR Agatsuma Line
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
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