Question 1

How do I get there by train or bus?

Accepted Answer

From the east exit of JR Takasaki Station take the Takasaki city loop bus Gururin, either the Shinmachi line or the Gunma-no-Mori line, for about 25-45 minutes, get off at the Gunma-no-Mori stop and walk about 3 minutes.

Question 2

Are there special exhibitions or workshops?

Accepted Answer

The special exhibition room hosts displays on a range of themes through the year, and history workshops and events for all ages are held regularly. Please see the official website for details.

Question 3

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Every Monday (the following day if that Monday is a public holiday or substitute holiday). It also closes over the New Year period and during exhibition changeovers.

Question 4

Can I combine a visit with nearby facilities?

Accepted Answer

The Museum of Modern Art, Gunma stands next door in Gunma-no-Mori park, and a combined passport for both is sold. You can enjoy both while strolling through the park.

Question 5

Is it enjoyable with children?

Accepted Answer

Junior high school age and under enter free, and the detailed dioramas, film displays and models make learning about history enjoyable. There is also a baby-feeding room, so families with young children can visit with peace of mind.

Question 6

How is the permanent display arranged?

Accepted Answer

It comprises the Eastern Japan Kofun Culture room, the chronological rooms (prehistory, ancient, medieval, early modern and modern) and the National Treasure room. Original material telling the history of Gunma is shown alongside digital content and detailed reconstruction models.

Question 7

What are the admission fee and opening hours?

Accepted Answer

Admission is 300 yen for adults, 150 yen for high school and university students, and free for junior high school age and under (special exhibitions are charged separately). Holders of a disability certificate and one carer also enter free. Opening hours are 9:30-17:00 (admission until 16:30).

Question 8

Is there a museum shop?

Accepted Answer

There is a museum shop selling history books and original goods.

Question 9

What are the highlights of the Gunma Prefectural Museum of History?

Accepted Answer

The greatest draw is the National Treasure room, with a permanent display of the finds from the Watanuki Kannonyama Tumulus in Gunma, designated a National Treasure in 2020. Lavish grave goods such as a bronze water vessel and gilt bronze horse fittings are shown alongside finely modelled haniwa figures. The detailed dioramas of Jomon, Yayoi and Kofun period settlements and of the Edo period post town of Kuragano are also well worth seeing.

Question 10

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

The Gunma-no-Mori park car park (480 spaces) is available. It is about 10 minutes from Fujioka IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway and about 15 minutes from Takasaki IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway.

Question 11

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

992-1 Watanuki-machi, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture

Question 12

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 13

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Mondays (the following day if that Monday is a public holiday or substitute holiday), the New Year period, and during exhibition changeovers.

Question 14

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:30-17:00 (admission until 16:30)

Question 15

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 25-45 minutes from JR Takasaki Station on the Takasaki city loop bus Gururin, alighting at Gunma-no-Mori, then about 3 minutes on foot. About 10 minutes by car from Fujioka IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway, or about 15 minutes from Takasaki IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway. Parking for 480 vehicles.

Question 16

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Adults 300 yen, high school and university students 150 yen, junior high school age and under free (special exhibitions are charged separately).

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