Travel Information
Takasaki City University of Economics
Takasaki City University of Economics is a public university in Takasaki city, Gunma, Japan, known for its research in applied economics, regional policy, and community development. Its scholars focus on issues such as local economy, regional revitalisation, and sustainability of local communities, often using empirical data and field researches. The university collaborates with local governments and industries to produce policy-oriented research with practical impact in the region. In particular, the university has contributed studies on local economic resilience, tourism strategies, and small business innovation. Through these efforts, it plays a significant role in generating knowledge that supports regional growth and addresses contemporary socioeconomic challenges in Japan
About Takasaki, Gunma
Welcome to “Lucky Town” Takasaki.
Takasaki is a mid-sized city located in Gunma Prefecture, about 100 kilometres northwest of Tokyo. It serves as an important transportation hub, with multiple Shinkansen (bullet train) lines connecting it to major cities across Japan. Takasaki is known for its production of “daruma” dolls, traditional symbols of perseverance and good luck. The city offers a mix of urban convenience and natural surroundings, with nearby mountains and hot spring areas. It also has historical sites and local festivals, making it an accessible destination for visitors seeking both culture and regional attractions in Japan.
Travel Information
✈️From Airports in Tokyo to Takasaki City
Tokyo has two airports (Haneda and Narita). From Haneda and Narita, we have airport shuttle bus or train to Takasaki.
✈️From Haneda Airport (HND) to Takasaki
By Bus (3 hrs): To JR Takasaki Station East Exit / JR 高崎駅東口): Maebashi and Takasaki Line（前橋・高崎行）（4,500 JPY） * Direct bus from airport bus stop No. 1 at Terminal 3 / No. 4 at Terminal 2
By Train (2hrs): ✓ Traveling by train from Haneda Airport to Takasaki Station is convenient and efficient. First, take the Tokyo Monorail （東京モノレール） or Keikyu Line （京急本線）to central Tokyo (Hamamatsucho（浜松町） or Shinagawa（品川）). From there, transfer to the JR Yamanote Line（山手線） or go directly from Shinagawa to Tokyo Station（東京駅）. Then board the Joetsu Shinkansen（上越新幹線） or Hokuriku Shinkansen（北陸新幹線） to Takasaki（高崎）.
✈️From Narita Airport (NRT) to Takasaki
By Bus(4.5hrs): To JR Takasaki Station East Exit / JR 高崎駅東口): Maebashi and Takasaki Line（前橋・高崎行）（5,300 JPY） * Direct bus from airport bus stop No. 8 at Terminal 1 / No. 10 at Terminal 2 / No. 11 at Terminal 3
By train (2.5 hrs): To JR Takasaki Station（JR 高崎駅）
Via Tokyo Station: ✓ First, take JR the Narita Express（成田エキスプレス） to Tokyo Station（東京駅）. ✓ From there, transfer to the Joetsu Shinkansen（上越新幹線） or Hokuriku Shinkansen （北陸新幹線） bound for Takasaki
Via Ueno Station: ✓ First, take the Keisei Skyliner（京急スカイライナー） to Keisei Ueno Station（京成上野駅）. ✓ Then walk a few minutes to JR Ueno Station（JR 上野駅）. ✓ From there, transfer to a Joetsu Shinkansen （上越新幹線） or Hokuriku Shinkansen （北陸新幹線）to Takasaki
✈️ How To Get To Tokyo, Japan?
Our nearest airports are in Tokyo (Haneda and Narita). By plane, here’s how long it would take to reach Tokyo from certain major cities which have direct flights to Tokyo:
London: 14 hrs Paris: 14 hrs Frankfurt: 13 hrs
Helsinki: 11 hrs Rome: 13 hrs Istanbul: 12.5 hrs
New York: 14.5 hrs Singapore: 7.5 hrs Seoul: 2.5 hrs
Tokyo also has several LCC flights from various cities in East Asian and Southeast Asian cities
