Takasaki Station — Local services in Takasaki

Quite a large train station but it’s conveniently linked with buses/stops to bring one to the surrounding areas. There are also souvenir shops n food outlets(mall) here so it’s easy to catch a meal before your bus ride. Most bus Drivers can speak a little English but are very accommodating n helpful. It’s not difficult to catch the right bus, just inquire politely n always confirm your destination when boarding the bus with the driver. The train station is itself comfortable and nice to browse around for 30 minutes or have a meal break or just to pick up some souvenirs! The Daruma Bento is a good buy because after eating one can retain the red plastic container (which is a Daruma) for a...

Great Joetsu shinkansen and local JR rail station, well connected and situated to the wonderful city of Takasaki with lots of nearby stores, restaurants, and lodgings.

As always, JR Rail keeps the station clean and efficient, and, also as always, the trains do run on time. I was especially impressed with the large courtyard area outside the front of the station, which offered places to hang out and chat with friends. There is a large department store adjacent to the courtyard, as well as an APA hotel.

The connection of the station to the city is really well done overall. Clean...

after devastation after the war, the orchestra became a way to soothe the soul for Takasaki citizens and the station has musical theme as you can see in entrance, also a grand piano besides locker rooms. You can buy confectionery, bake items and other gifts in the station. Near by you can find very good coffee shop named "eggNthings" overviewing the city. If you are in transit for minakami or niigata/Nagaoka this place is best to...