Thank you to everyone who joined us on the Thanksgiving hike! To everyone who celebrated, I hope had a fantastic Thanksgiving!
The winter holidays are fast approaching. Some people may be travelling around Japan or even going back home for the break. We wish you safe travels and a wonderful holiday season. If you plan on staying here, you can still enjoy this festive season with the Winter Warmer, Illumination and the holiday RUFF!
❄️Turn up your kotatsus and enjoy the most wonderful time of the year! ❄️
Upcoming Major Events
Winter Warmer
Staying in Gunma for the holidays? Celebrate the season with friends at our Winter Warmer! Enjoys foods, drinks and good vibes with us on December 21 (SAT)!
Check out our socials for more information.
RUFF (R U Free Friday)
RUFF is an event hosted by GAJET and held every month on the first Friday after payday. Come and mingle with your fellow jets! RUFF this month will be on December 27th at 7:30! Christmas will have just passed but we’ll still be in the festive spirit 🎄
Look out for more info on our socials coming soon!
Holiday Fun!
Winter can sometimes be dreary with the short days and cold weather! Japan has found the perfect way to cheer you up this season with illuminations! Check out these fun and festive illuminations this season ⭐
Lake Haruna Illuminations
Starting December 13th, you can enjoy a short stroll around Lake Haruna Illuminations. No ticketing or entry fees, all you have to do is brave the trip up the mountain! It is a bit chilly up there, so make sure you bundle up! For more information, click here!
Takasaki Pageant of Starlight
If you live in Takasaki, you most definitely already noticed the illuminations. From now until – March 2nd 5pm-10pm (or midnight on weekends), enjoy the sparkling lights all around central Takasaki . There are plenty of good spots to take photos with friends. For a map of the illuminations this year, click here.
Ashikaga Flower Park
This flower park isn’t just famous for its flowers. Ashikaga is in the top three illumination displays in Japan!
This month, you can enjoy a beautiful display of Christmas and New Year lights. If you aren’t able to visit the park this month, don’t worry! You can enjoy their lovely Valentine’s Day themed lights in January and February!
Come out and enjoy these award winning illuminations!
Ticket prices vary on the day and time of your visit. Please check out their website here!
Bunpro is a a wonderful learning tool for Japanese learners. If you are interested in strengthening your Japanese grammar, please contact hello@bunpro.jp to get the discount. You will need your JET number to be eligible for the discount.
That’s all from us for this month! Stay subscribed and check out our social media to receive updates about GAJET sponsored events and more happening in the cabbage patch.
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Hope you enjoy this holiday season!☃️
