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Unusual Attractions in Takasaki

Takasaki, Japan

Shorinzan Darumaji Temple

Each year this Japanese temple overflows with scowling, bearded good luck talismans.

Takasaki, Japan

Hodota Burial Mounds

A trio of keyhole-shaped burial mounds has been restored to its ancient state.

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Chichibu, Japan

Wado Ruins

The birthplace of Japanese coinage.

19 miles from Takasaki

Karuizawa, Japan

Karuizawa Picture Book Forest Museum

Children's literature inside, forest all around.

22 miles from Takasaki

Chichibu, Japan

Chichibu Chinsekikan (Hall of Curious Rocks)

This quirky little private museum is home to more than a thousand stones, carved by nature, that resemble human faces.

23 miles from Takasaki

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