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－Itinerary information－

・Gathering time: 7:45 in Shinjuku

・Meeting location: Shinjuku Metropolitan Government Large Bus Parking Lot

・Departure time: Departs from Shinjuku at 8:00

・Return information: Arrive around Shinjuku Station around 18:30

－Itinerary introduction－

・Hotokuji Temple

Hotokuji Temple is a temple with a long history and beautiful gardens located in the Gunma Mountains. There is a path called "Ksitigarbha Road" in the temple, which is dotted with 50 statues of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva in different forms. There are stroke Kṣitigarbha, smiling Kṣitigarbha, joyful Kṣitigarbha, happy Kṣitigarbha, etc. They welcome visitors with a friendly attitude. Depending on the season, they don hats, suits, etc., bringing great comfort. Please put your  palms together and pray in front of each Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva. Every autumn, the maple leaves in the temple turn red. At this time, there will be the largest number of maple viewing crowds. It is a popular maple-viewing secret place in the hearts of Japanese people! In particular, you can enjoy the beautiful reflection of maple leaves like "Rurikoin" in Kyoto, which is quite spectacular whether it is summer or autumn!

・Ikaho Hot Spring

As a famous hot spring health resort, Ikaho Hot Spring has a history of more than 400 years and attracts many hot spring tourists. The symbol of Ikaho is the stone staircase with 365 steps reaching into the sky. The stone steps are the symbol of Ikaho. There are souvenir shops, restaurants and playgrounds on both sides, full of hot spring atmosphere, attracting tourists' mood. The current stone steps were renovated over a five-year period in Showa 55, and were paved with stones. In addition, in hot spring areas in Japan, you can see hot spring steamed buns almost everywhere. And that brown hot spring steamed bun actually originated from Ikaho Onsen! Ikaho's Yunohana Manju(steamed bun) was once chosen as a tribute to the Imperial family and became famous throughout the country. It is a must-buy souvenir when visiting here. In addition, Ikaho Shrine and Kajika Bridge are both famous and beautiful attractions!

・Takatsudo Gorge

Takatsudo Gorge is known as the "Yaba River of Kanto", and the view of the red leaves from the bridge is impressive! Strolling along the approximately 500-meter promenade, you can enjoy a pleasant autumn walk while admiring the beautiful canyon.