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Longitude:
138.9217758178711

Latitude:
36.676129197108104

Description:
Niiharu was another of the many small towns in Northern Gunma. However, back in October of 2005, along with Tsukiyono-machi, it became part of the town of Minakami and, thus, it no longer exists.
There are quite a few onsens including the famous Hooshi onsen, which is very old and also coed.
The scenery along the road leading to Niiharu is fantastic, it makes for a nice drive even if you have no other reason to head to the town.
Things in Niiharu:
Akazawa Ski Slope: A small ski slope, but cheaper than anything in Minakami.
Tainaiji Temple: Known for its wish granting.
Takuminosato (たくみの里): This artisan village is a must see in Niiharu Village. many shops have activities that visitors can partake in. Bicycles are available for rent too.
1.香りの家 House of Aroma
2.人形と石画の家 House of Dolls and Rock Masks
3.七宝焼の家 Cloisonne House
4.竹細工の家 House of Bamboo Craft
5.木工の家 House of Wood Craft
6.おめんの家 House of Masks
7.わら細工の家 House of Rice Straw Crafts
8.陶芸の家 House of Rock Art
9.藍染の家 House of Cloth Dying
10.和紙の家 House of Japanese Paper
11.木織の家 House of Woodcloth
12.須川宿資料館 Sugawa Area Museum
13.くるみの家 House of Walnuts
14.急須の家 Japanese Tea House
15.マッチ絵の家 Matchbox Painting House
16.鈴の家 House of Bells
17.布遊びの家 Cloth Making House
18.ガラスの家 House of Glass
19.漆と染の家 House of Laquer and Dye
20.おしばなの家 House of Pressed Flowers
21.ぬり絵の家 Lacquer Painting House
22.ドライフラワーの家 House of Dried Flowers
23.農産物加工の家 House of Agriculture
24.福寿茶屋 Tea House

Directions:
by Car
Take Rt. 17 north and you'll get to Niiharu. See the map.

Web Address(es) (1):
http://www.town.minakami.gunma.jp/kanko/niiharu.html