Located in the mountains on the border between Gunma Prefecture and Niigata Prefecture, by the Shima River, this long, narrow hot spring district is lined with historical old-world inns. It was designated as the first national hot spring health resort in 1954.

• 50 min. by JR Agatsuma Line from JR Takasaki Sta. to JR Nakanojo Sta.
  -> 40 min. by bus
• +81-279-64-2321 (Shima Onsen Association)
• 4379 Shima, Nakanojo-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma
• Website