resorts and to onsen hot springs. Education Minakami has six public elementary schools and three public middle school operated by the town government, and one public high school operated by the Gunma Prefectural Board of Education. Transportation Railway JR East – Jōetsu Shinkansen JR East – Jōetsu Line - - - - Highways – Tsukiyono IC, Minakami IC International relations - Huntsville, Texas, United States, sister city since April 1991 with former Niihari village - Uherský Brod, Czech Republic, sister city since November 1995 with former Tsukiyono town – Tainan, Republic of China, friendship city since December 2013 Local attractions Onsen (Hot Springs) Minakami has traditionally been an Onsen (hot spring) resort town with 8 major onsen sources and over 40 different bathing facilities to choose from. Ski Fields Minakami has a good reputation for good snow conditions. There are 9 ski areas: Minakami Houdaigi Minakami Kogen Minakami Kogen Fujiwara Oana Tanigawadake Tenjindaira Norn Minakami Tanigawa Onsen White Valley Kanosawa Ski Area Akazawa Ski Area Outdoor There are many different outdoor pursuits available in Minakami and it has become a very popular destination for outdoor adventure seekers. Some of the outdoor activities include: Whitewater rafting (grade 2- 4) Canyoning Bungy Jumping Mountain biking Paragliding Rock climbing Hiking Canoeing Kayaking Snowshoe Back country ski & snowboarding Caving Noted people from Minakami Kotoinazuma Yoshihiro, sumo wrestler References External links Official Website Towns in Gunma Prefecture Minakami, Gunma