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Craft Heart Tokai
Maebashi
It says it all in the name. They have everything: sewing machines, patterns, material, craft kits, tools, accessories, jewellery equipment and heaps heaps more! If you need a needle and thread to repair your clothes or just want a project to keep you occupied during winter, then check out Craft Heart.
Genki Plaza 21
Maebashi
For FREE Japanese lessons in Maebashi.
Small group lessons:Wed 10:15~11:45, Sat 10:15~11:45. Group Lessons (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced):
Wed 18:30~20:00, Sat 18:30~20:00
*Also a great place to find out about local events and events run by the international societies!*
Have a look at the website for more details on Japanese classes in Takasaki, Kiryu, Isesaki, Ota, Numata, Tatebayashi, Fujioka, Tomioka, Tamamura-machi, Oizumi-machi and Annaka.
Gunma Prefectural Library
Maebashi
A wide selection of English books. Open Tues-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 9am-5pm. Closed Mondays. If Monday is a public holiday, closed Tuesdays. Closed from Dec 28th-Jan 4th.
Driving Course
Takasaki
Learn to drive on this test course. There is a fee.
Takasaki Post Office
Takasaki
Many Post Offices in Japan have opening hours which are unsavory to JET working hours. The main PO in Takasaki however is more convenient if you find you have an urgent letter to post after you've finished work, rather than taking paid holiday. The main PO counter for sending mail is open 9am-7pm during the week and 9am-3pm on Saturdays. Closed Sundays. If you have a PO account, the ATM is operational 7am-11pm weekdays, 9am-9pm Saturdays and 9am-7pm Sundays. The insurance and money counters are open 9am-4pm weekdays and closed weekends.
貫前神社 Nukisaki Shrine
Tomioka
During Hatsumode, the first visit to a shrine during the new year, Nukisaki shrine is the most popular shrine for the people of Gunma. The layout of this shrine is unique as the shrines are located lower than the path approaching the shrine. The different structures of the shrine are designated as National Important Cultural Treasures.
From the top shrine gate you can get a good view of Tomioka city.
