Retro Terminal Station Building with Showa-Era Charm
About this spot
The terminal station of the Joshin Electric Railway connecting Takasaki City and Shimonitta Town, featuring a wooden station building that retains the character of its early Showa-era construction. The retro platform and station architecture remain popular photo spots for train enthusiasts and photography-loving families. Located conveniently as a starting point for the day's exploration, it's perfect for a morning walk during the cool hours.
Fireworks details
Name: 下仁田こんにゃく夏祭り
Date & time: 8/14 (Fri) 12:00–20:20
Venue: 甘楽郡下仁田町・下仁田こんにゃく手作り体験道場広場
こんにゃくの名産地・下仁田町ならではの、こんにゃく料理を主役にした夏祭りです。2026年は8月14日の正午から20時20分まで、下仁田こんにゃく手作り体験道場の広場を会場に開催され、12時の開始と同時に屋台が営業を始めます。刺身こんにゃくや田楽、こんにゃくを使った創作グルメなど、この地域ならではの食べ歩きを一日中楽しめるのが最大の魅力です。日が傾くにつれて広場には涼しい風が吹き始め、家族でのんびりと屋台めぐりを楽しむのにちょうどよい雰囲気になります。
Tips
屋台は12時の開始と同時に出店されます。長時間の滞在になるため、日中は日陰やレジャーシートでの休憩をはさみながら過ごしましょう。荒天時は開催内容が変更になる場合があるため下仁田町の公式情報を確認してください。
Food stalls
Hours: 12:00–
※Announced for 2026. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.
Turn this into a day plan with stall time includedTips
There's a small parking lot in front of the station. Since shops may not be open early in the morning, focus on exploring and photography.
Best time to visit
Takes about 30 minutes. The cool morning hours are ideal for photography.
Access & map
Japan, 〒370-2601 Gunma Prefecture Kanra District, Shimonitta Town, Shimonitta
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Shimonitta Konnyaku Summer Festival Full-Day Course
Gunma
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