Shibukawa City is in the heart of Gunma Prefecture, known for Ikaho Onsen, one of the famous hot springs in the region. The city offers access to natural beauty, with Mount Haruna and Lake Haruna nearby. Shibukawa is also referred to as the "Belly Button of Japan" and celebrates this with an annual festival. Local cuisine includes konnyaku, a jelly-like food made from konjac.