Niiharu
| The village of Niiharu has six spas of various sizes and its seasonal changes provide the traveller with great and relaxing experiences. You can enjoy the spas, appreciate historic sites or practice sports all year around. The Akazawa ski ground is a small family-type ski station managed by the Niiharu village. The Gunma Cycle Sports Center is a huge cycle sports field with the nation's largets circuit course (6 km long), open from spring to autumn. |
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"Takumi no Sato" is the perfect spot for those interested in culture and history. Walk through the beautiful farming village and have a first-hand experience of traditionnal bamboo, wood, and straw handicraft demonstrated by local artisans. "Takumi no Sato" is the perfect destination for families throughout the year. Niiharu is also a great place for tasty apples, tomatoes and other locally grown fruits and vegetables. |
The Niiharu Township in figures (2001 statistics):
| Population | 7,918 |
| Number of households | 2,313 |
| Height above sea level | 450m |
| Number of tourists per year | 1,154,000 |
(copyright JRP)
