Maebashi City: Hometown of Poet Hagiwara Sakutaro and Urban Parks

Hometown of Poet Maebashi

Maebashi City is the hometown of Hagiwara Sakutaro, hailed as "the father of modern Japanese poetry." The city has a Hagiwara Sakutaro Memorial Museum where visitors can learn about the poet's work and life. Maebashi is also the prefectural capital of Gunma.

Strolling Along the Hirose River

A promenade runs along the Hirose River through the city, offering seasonal nature walks. During cherry blossom season, the riverside cherry trees are beautiful, with many residents enjoying hanami.

Maebashi Literature Museum

The Maebashi Literature Museum exhibits works and materials of literary figures associated with Maebashi. The cityscape with Mt. Akagi as backdrop creates a literary atmosphere.