Marunuma Dam
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A precious buttress dam built in the early Showa period. Its history and majestic appearance are breathtaking! Dam cards are also popular.
Highlights
- See the unique structure of this rare buttress dam
- Get a dam card
- Admire the beautiful scenery of the reservoir
- Stroll along the surrounding nature trails
- Learn about the dam's history and engineering
Basic Information
- Address
- Higashi-Ogawa, Katashina Village, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Gunma
- Access
- Car: Approx. 40 minutes from Numata IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway. Bus: Get off at Marunuma Dam bus stop on the Katashina Village bus route. Show route
- Op.Hours
- Access to the dam itself is prohibited.
- Cld.Days
- No days off
- Fee
- Free
- INFO
- There are parking areas and restrooms available near the dam. Dam cards are available at the Katashina Village Tourism Association. *Access to the dam itself is prohibited.
Overview
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