Haruna Mountain

The Haruna-san Cable Car, located on Mount Haruna, is loved by tourists as a means of transportation to the summit of Mount Haruna. The cable car offers a breathtaking view of the rich nature of Gunma Prefecture, and from the top station of the cable car, you can see the Kanto Plain, the mountains of Joshu, Mt. Fuji, and more. By using the Haruna-san Cable Car, you can enjoy walking and hiking in nature. At the summit of Mount Haruna, there are observation decks, restaurants, souvenir shops, and more, where you can relax and spend your time. Especially in autumn, the fall foliage is beautiful and attracts many tourists. You can also climb to the summit using the cable car, but it's recommended to check in advance as the operation may be suspended depending on the weather.

Haruna Shrine, located on the slopes of Mount Haruna, one of the three mountains of Joshu, has a history of over 1400 years, with its establishment dating back to the late 6th century. The shrine is surrounded by a deep forest along a stream, as well as strange and huge rocks, and has recently gained attention as a power spot. It is also popular as a spot for the first shrine visit of the year. The historical value of Haruna Shrine is very high, and the shrine's accompanying deity statue is a wooden statue donated by Murota Town in commemoration of the town's establishment in 1906, when the three Murota districts and Harunayama Village merged and became a town, and also because that year was the 60th year of the Hinoeuma year Kanreki Kaihiraishi Daisai, which is held once every 60 years by Haruna Shrine. In addition, Haruna Shrine is known for the Yatate Cedar, where Takeda Shingen prayed for victory by setting up an arrow during the attack on Minowa Castle in the Warring States period. As Haruna Shrine is located on the slopes of Mount Haruna, you can enjoy a magnificent view from the summit. Haruna Shrine is a shrine that combines historical value and beautiful nature, and has become a power spot that many people visit!

Lake Haruna, located at an altitude of 1,100 meters on Mount Haruna, is a crater lake that was formed within a caldera. It has a circumference of about 4.8 kilometers, an area of about 1.2 square kilometers, and a maximum depth of 12 to 15 meters, and is part of the Tone River system. This lake, formed by volcanic activity on Mount Haruna, offers beautiful scenery and nature throughout the year. The area around the lake is surrounded by nature, allowing visitors to enjoy forest bathing, take pleasure cruises, and enjoy boating and auto camping. In addition, there are also hiking trails around Lake Haruna, including Mount Haruna, making it a recommended destination for hikers. Lake Haruna is one of the representative tourist spots in Gunma Prefecture, and is a charming place where you can feel the richness of nature.

Mount Haruna is a 1446m high mountain, and the view from the summit offers majestic scenery of the surrounding mountains. Particularly, the view from the ropeway is known for its spectacular beauty. In winter, rime ice may form at the top of Mount Haruna, creating a fantastic scene where the snowscape and rime ice merge beautifully. The view from the summit of Mount Haruna and the rime ice are spots full of natural beauty. It's an attractive place that many tourists visit, where you can enjoy the scenery of each season!

The Azuma Forest Park Campsite at Mt. Haruna is located in a wonderful location surrounded by nature. It's recommended for beginners as it has facilities such as hot showers, flush toilets, and log houses with bedding. There is also a lodge that can accommodate up to 50 people, making it popular for families and group trips. In the spring, you can enjoy the fresh greenery, in the summer you can work up a sweat on the tennis court, and in the fall you can take a stroll while enjoying the autumn leaves. In addition, from the 6-hectare campsite, you can enjoy magnificent views of Mt. Haruna and the Nikko mountain range, and from the Nidodogoe Pass, you can overlook the Asama Highlands. Mt. Haruna's campsite is a charming place where you can enjoy the nature and scenic beauty of the four seasons, so camping is one of the recommended ways to enjoy when visiting Mt. Haruna!