A few days ago, I visited Haruna Shrine and Haruna Lake, which is located up in the mountains above Takasaki City. We took a bus tour to the shrine, which took about 45 minutes. Upon arriving at the shrine, visitors are welcomed by lush greenery and beautiful statues and wooden shrines. The place is very spiritual and relaxing. We walked throughout the forest, where there are footpaths for visitors and places to rest. Locals often go to the shrines to pray for good luck or something that they hope will happen in their life. When offering a small coin, you then bow twice, say the prayer, clap your hands twice, and bow once more. I saw many people doing this at Haruna Shrine.
After walking through the beautiful forest, we at lunch at a soba noodle restaurant, which was delicious. After the bus driver, took us to Haruna lake! It is a large lake located on top of a volcanic crater. The water was beautiful and funny enough, there are giant swan boats on the lake...it was almost comical and corny at the same time! In Haruna, we visited a foot onsen bath, which is made of iron mixed with water. Everyone dips their feet into the hot water to relax and soothe the body. This was very enjoyable :)
Gunma is known for onsens...there are many famous ones that I plan to visit soon! They are meant to relax and help the body feel good...can't wait!
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