Watarase Keikoku Railway Autumn Foliage Day Tour & Ashikaga Flower Park 5 Million-Light Illumination
- Enjoy the spectacular autumn leaves spreading outside the window on the Watarase Keikoku Railway! Enjoy the scenery from the train window for about 30 minutes.
- One of Japan's top three illuminations! Visit Ashikaga Flower Park for a stunning world of light with over 5 million bulbs!
- A moving autumn foliage scroll! Stroll through Takatsudo Gorge and enjoy the beauty of the gorge created by rich nature.
- Includes a lunch of Gunma's famous 'Daruma Bento'.
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Product Info
◆ Autumn foliage train journey: Watarase Keikoku Railway
・ Enjoy the spectacular autumn leaves spreading outside the window on the Watarase Keikoku Railway!
・ [About Watarase Keikoku Railway] This railway connects Kiryu Station and Mato Station, running about 44 km along the Watarase River in about 80 minutes.
・ On this tour, you will enjoy the scenery from the train window for about 30 minutes between Godo Station and Omama Station.
◆ A moving autumn foliage scroll: Takatsudo Gorge stroll
・ The beauty of the gorge, created by rich nature, turns vivid red and yellow with the arrival of autumn.
・ A promenade along the mountain stream is maintained for about 500m from Hanetaki Bridge to Takatsudo Bridge, allowing you to stroll while viewing the beautiful gorge up close.
・ Enjoy the magnificent autumn foliage view from the promenade along the river.
◆ Fantastic beauty woven by light and flowers: Ashikaga Flower Park Illumination
・ One of Japan's top three illuminations! Visit Ashikaga Flower Park for a stunning world of light with over 5 million bulbs!
・ Voted No. 1 in the national illumination ranking by night view tourism experts for 10 consecutive years!
・ The 'Miraculous Great Wisteria' features impressive illuminations inspired by wisteria flower clusters. The light swaying in the night breeze has an overwhelming beauty, just like a real wisteria trellis.
◆ Includes a lunch of Gunma's famous 'Daruma Bento'!
Ashikaga Flower Park Illumination: 'Miraculous Great Wisteria'
Ashikaga Flower Park Illumination: 'Flower Castle'
Enjoy spectacular autumn leaves from the train window
Free time to explore the natural beauty of Takatsudo Gorge
Includes a lunch of Gunma's famous 'Daruma Bento'
Purchase Notice
[Travel Conditions]
Departure/Destination: Tokyo/Gunma/Tochigi
Duration: 1 day (no overnight stay)
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Operator: JAMJAMEXPRESS or affiliated partner bus companies
Meals: Breakfast 0, Lunch 1, Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Min. 20 people to depart
Tour Leader: 1 person
Guide: 0 people
[Travel Planning/Implementation]
Company Name: Nihon Youth Co., Ltd.
Address: 7-2, Nishii-ko 4-chome, Adachi-ku, Tokyo 121-0824
Registration Number: Aichi Prefecture Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-625
Affiliated Travel Association: All Nippon Travel Agents Association (ANTA)
[Entrusted Sales]
KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2F, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004
Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 2045
Affiliated Association: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
A minimum of 20 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
The bus will depart on time. We cannot wait for you even if you have contacted us in advance. Bus staff and receptionists will not contact you if you are not at the bus stop or meeting point by the scheduled time.
A tour leader who speaks Japanese and Chinese (translation apps may be used) will accompany the tour.
Bus operation and arrival times are estimates only and may be subject to change due to traffic conditions.
Smoking is prohibited on the bus.
Each tourist spot will be very crowded, so please be sure to follow the tour leader's instructions.
Please take good care of your luggage and valuables. Please note that we are not responsible for any loss or theft.
Due to the enforcement of regulations on overtime work following the revision of the bus driver improvement standards in April 2024, there may be waiting times at meeting points or stopover facilities until departure.
FAQs
1. What can I experience during the Watarase Keikoku Railway autumn foliage train ride?
You can enjoy a scenic approximately 30-minute train ride on the Watarase Keikoku Railway, taking in breathtaking views of autumn foliage directly from the train window as you travel through the picturesque valley.
2. How many light bulbs are featured in the Ashikaga Flower Park illumination event?
The Ashikaga Flower Park illumination event, recognized as one of Japan's top illuminations, features over 5 million glittering light bulbs that create a magnificent world of lights across the park.
3. What is included in the Takatsudo Gorge walking portion of the tour?
The tour includes a walk through Takatsudo Gorge, where you can experience a moving autumn foliage scroll and immerse yourself in the valley's magnificent natural beauty and scenic canyon landscapes.
4. What kind of lunch is provided during the tour?
Participants are provided with a lunch featuring the famous Gunma specialty bento, known as the Daruma bento, during the day trip.
5. How can travelers reach Ashikaga Flower Park from Tokyo?
While independent travel from Tokyo to Ashikaga Flower Park typically involves multiple train transfers, you can book through KKday to enjoy direct round-trip transportation service, eliminating the hassle of planning complex train schedules and navigation yourself.
6. Where is the Ashikaga Flower Park illumination located?
The Ashikaga Flower Park illumination is located in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, and is easily accessible when joining organized seasonal day tours from Tokyo that handle all the transportation logistics for you.
7. What makes the Watarase Keikoku Railway a popular autumn destination in Japan?
The Watarase Keikoku Railway is renowned for offering passengers a unique perspective of autumn foliage from the train window, allowing travelers to comfortably view vibrant seasonal colors framing the scenic river valley.
8. When can visitors experience the winter illumination at Ashikaga Flower Park?
The illumination event at Ashikaga Flower Park runs during the autumn and winter seasons, showcasing millions of lights, and can be conveniently visited as part of a structured day tour that also includes the Watarase Keikoku Railway and Takatsudo Gorge.
