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Tatebayashi館林
Visit Tatebayashi for a half‑day to see the castle and art museum; add a night only if you want a relaxed evening by the river.
Tatebayashi is a small city on the Kanto Plain, 60 km north of Tokyo. Its main sights – Tatebayashi Castle, the Gunma Museum of Art and nearby gardens – are close together, so a few hours suffice. Overnight stays are optional for a slower pace or to enjoy evening riverside walks.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, humidity)
- Airports
- HND · NRT
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Tatebayashi110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tatebayashi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyTatebayashi is generally safe; keep an eye on belongings on trains and follow standard Japanese etiquette.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHND Tokyo Haneda Airport (About 80 km (50 mi) (≈1 h 30 min) by train via Tobu Isesaki line to Tatebayashi).HND Tokyo Haneda Airport (About 50 mi (80 km) (≈1 h 30 min) by train via Tobu Isesaki line to Tatebayashi).
- Getting aroundThe city is walkable; the Tobu Isesaki line stops at Tatebayashi Station.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideTrain ride (Tobu Isesaki)check¥1,200–1,500 (≈ US$9–11)
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person¥3,000 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedRyokan room (2 persons), a night, per room¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedRyokan room (2 persons), a night, per room¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · Mid ¥10,000 (≈ US$70) · High ¥18,000 (≈ US$130)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HND Tokyo Haneda Airport (About 80 km (50 mi) (≈1 h 30 min) by train via Tobu Isesaki line to Tatebayashi) · NRT Narita International Airport (About 100 km (62 mi) (≈1 h 45 min) by train (Keisei/Narita Express) and Tobu Isesaki line)HND Tokyo Haneda Airport (About 50 mi (80 km) (≈1 h 30 min) by train via Tobu Isesaki line to Tatebayashi) · NRT Narita International Airport (About 62 mi (100 km) (≈1 h 45 min) by train (Keisei/Narita Express) and Tobu Isesaki line)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Feb
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Best: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tatebayashi: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
6 rd
Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
5 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
10 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
11 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Dec
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The city is walkable; the Tobu Isesaki line stops at Tatebayashi Station. Bicycles are popular for short trips to the river and museum.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ashikaga
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Car or bus, about 30 min
Historic castle town, easy to visit in a half‑day.
Sano Outlet
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Car, about 30 min
Shopping and local ramen.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Central Tatebayashi
Convenient to train station and main sights; good for one night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–7,000 (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥7,000–12,000 (≈ US$50–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Ryokan room (2 persons)1 × 1 night × ¥12,000 | ¥12,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥10,000 | ¥20,000 |
| Tobu Isesaki line day‑pass2 × ¥1,500 · check | ¥3,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥3,500 |
| Trip total≈ ¥19,250 per person per day, bed included | ¥38,500≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bento box | ¥600–1,200 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Train ride (Tobu Isesaki)check | ¥1,200–1,500 (≈ US$9–11) |
| Museum entry | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last train from Asakusa departs around 23:00; plan return accordingly.Last train from Asakusa departs around 11:00 PM; plan return accordingly.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Tatebayashi館林
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; Japanese emergency numbers above.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Asakusa → Tatebayashi (Tobu Isesaki): about ¥1,200–1,500 (≈ US$9–11), 1 h (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tatebayashi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, humidity) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 1 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in a central ryokan for river views.
- Use a Tobu Isesaki line day‑pass for unlimited local travel.
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