Takasaki Daruma Market is a great place to make a wish for the New Year! Takasaki Daruma Market, January 1-2, 2012, for New Year's Wishes!

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Takasaki Daruma Market" is a New Year's event in Gunma Prefecture.

A Gunma New Year's treat!　Takasaki Daruma Market

The Takasaki Daruma Market, held every year on January 1 and 2 in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, is a traditional event that marks the beginning of the New Year. 200-year-old lucky Daruma dolls fill the area in front of the west exit of Takasaki Station, gently accepting the wishes of visitors. The event is held in front of Takasaki Station, which is easily accessible, making it an attractive place to drop by. In addition, visitors can enjoy Hatsumode (New Year's visit to the shrine) and sightseeing tours of Takasaki on the free Hatsumode bus, a luxurious experience unique to Takasaki in winter.

(1) Easy access! A winter tradition that can be easily enjoyed in front of the station

The Takasaki Daruma Market, held annually on January 1 and 2, is conveniently located in front of Takasaki Station! As soon as you arrive by Shinkansen or conventional train, you will be greeted by colorful Daruma dolls as you exit the station. The location is also friendly to families and the elderly, with little burden of travel even in the cold season.
There are also a variety of hotels and restaurants near the station, making it a great place to enjoy both day trips and overnight stays.
The bustle in front of the station combined with the energy of the Daruma Market creates an atmosphere as if the entire town is celebrating the New Year. It is a perfect starting point for sightseeing!
The venue is a one-minute walk from the west exit of Takasaki Station! Image courtesy of Takasaki Tourist Association

(2) Enjoy sightseeing tours of Takasaki with the free Hatsumode (New Year's visit) tour bus!

During the Daruma Market, a free Hatsumode (New Year's visit) tour bus runs through Takasaki City. This makes it easy to visit Takasaki Shirai Daikanon and other shrines in the area for Hatsumode!
Also, why not make a wish for the New Year while looking up at the large statue of Takasaki Shirai Daikannon, the symbol of Takasaki, which can be reached through the approach shopping street?
Buses leave from in front of the station, so you can enjoy the Daruma Market and then go directly to the Kannon Temple... an extravagant route is also possible!
Takasaki Shiraigoromo Taikannon, the symbol of Takasaki Image courtesy of Kanko Gunma Shashinkan

(3) The charm of Takasaki Daruma®, which boasts a history of more than 200 years!

The Takasaki Daruma® is known as a lucky charm with its eyebrows representing cranes and whiskers representing turtles, and is decorated with wishes for prosperous business and family safety.
At workshops in the city, original colored Daruma dolls and character Daruma dolls are also popular and fun to look at! At the Daruma Market, you will be spoiled for choice with a wide variety of Daruma dolls, from traditional red Daruma dolls made by artisans to modern designs.
Be sure to pick up a lucky charm perfect for the start of the New Year!
Takasaki Daruma®, a good-luck charm Image courtesy of Takasaki Sightseeing Association

(4) A variety of gourmet foods, events, and souvenirs! Let's enjoy Takasaki in winter!

Daruma Market is not only about Daruma dolls!
There will be a 2.8-meter-high oversized Daruma doll, a popular photo spot, and various stage events at the venue.
In addition, "Kaiun Takasaki Shokudo" will be open with a variety of local delicacies such as yaki manju (grilled manju) and Takasaki's famous udon noodles. Hot stall food served in the cold will warm your body and soul.
In addition, there is a wide variety of souvenirs such as Japanese sweets with Daruma motifs, sundries, and good luck charms, which are exciting just to look at. The charm of the Takasaki Daruma Market is that you can enjoy both shopping and dining in a space filled with New Year's splendor and local warmth.
Try to find your favorite item to end your trip!
Make a wish for the New Year! Image courtesy of Takasaki Sightseeing Association
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