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Echigo Yuzawa, Tsunan, Tokamachi
Niigata
4.2
Echigo Yuzawa, Tsunan, Tokamachi
Niigata
4.2
￥1,000～￥1,999
￥2,000～￥2,999
Echigo Yuzawa, Tsunan, Tokamachi
Echigo Yuzawa, famous for its many famous sake brands, has the only sake brewery in the country that can be visited, the "Echigo Yukikura Museum." You can see snow storage warehouses, steam rooms, and natural springs, and you can also try free sake tastings, sake cakes, and sake buns. Tsunan is known as one of Japan's leading heavy snowfall areas, with no obstacles such as power lines, and has become famous for its popular events where visitors from all over come to enjoy snow-related activities and sky lantern launches. In Tokamachi, there are plenty of tourist spots that will heal your daily fatigue, such as "Kiyotsu Gorge," one of Japan's three largest gorges, the "Hikari no Yakata" inn, where the building itself is an art piece, and "Matsunoyama Onsen," where rising hot spring steam evokes a nostalgic travel atmosphere.
Echigo Yuzawa, Tsunan, Tokamachi
7 Highlights
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Kiyotsu Gorge
One of Japan's three most beautiful gorges with outstanding scenery
Along with Kurobe Gorge and Osugi Valley, Kiyotsu Gorge is known as one of Japan's three most beautiful gorges and is designated as part of the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park. The scenery is outstanding, with majestic rock faces that are particularly popular during the autumn foliage season, offering deeply moving views.
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Kiyotsu Gorge
One of Japan's three most beautiful gorges with outstanding scenery
Along with Kurobe Gorge and Osugi Valley, Kiyotsu Gorge is known as one of Japan's three most beautiful gorges and is designated as part of the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park. The scenery is outstanding, with majestic rock faces that are particularly popular during the autumn foliage season, offering deeply moving views.
02
Tsunan Himawari Square
A square where about 500,000 sunflowers bloom
This is a famous sunflower spot where about 500,000 sunflowers bloom on an area of about 4 hectares. A huge sunflower maze has also been created, which is a popular attraction among children. Events are held from late July to mid-August when the sunflowers are in full bloom, and food stalls are set up at the venue.
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Tsunan Himawari Square
A square where about 500,000 sunflowers bloom
This is a famous sunflower spot where about 500,000 sunflowers bloom on an area of about 4 hectares. A huge sunflower maze has also been created, which is a popular attraction among children. Events are held from late July to mid-August when the sunflowers are in full bloom, and food stalls are set up at the venue.
03
Tashiro's Nanatsukama Falls
Seven waterfall basins scattered along the Tani River
This is a scenic spot with magnificent columnar jointing, consisting of seven waterfall basins scattered along the stream flowing from Mt. Naeba. The waterfalls are located upstream and stretch for about 1 km, creating a secluded and tranquil atmosphere in the valley. You can feel the power of nature through the dynamic waterfalls and steep vertical layers.
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Tashiro's Nanatsukama Falls
Seven waterfall basins scattered along the Tani River
This is a scenic spot with magnificent columnar jointing, consisting of seven waterfall basins scattered along the stream flowing from Mt. Naeba. The waterfalls are located upstream and stretch for about 1 km, creating a secluded and tranquil atmosphere in the valley. You can feel the power of nature through the dynamic waterfalls and steep vertical layers.
04
New Greenpia Tsunan Ski Resort
A ski resort with a variety of slopes
This ski resort boasts a variety of slopes that are gentle and steep, spreading out in front of the hotel. In addition to accommodation and hot springs, there are also leisure facilities such as indoor pools and bowling alleys, as well as snow play areas and snow activities such as snow rafting that children will enjoy.
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New Greenpia Tsunan Ski Resort
A ski resort with a variety of slopes
This ski resort boasts a variety of slopes that are gentle and steep, spreading out in front of the hotel. In addition to accommodation and hot springs, there are also leisure facilities such as indoor pools and bowling alleys, as well as snow play areas and snow activities such as snow rafting that children will enjoy.
05
Niigata Jidori Chicken
A type of chicken bred for its deliciousness and Niigata characteristics
This is a type of chicken bred over a period of three years to pursue both deliciousness and the characteristics of Niigata. It was created by crossbreeding the Shokoku chicken, Nagoya species, and Yokohama Plymouth Rock. It is a high-quality chicken meat that is rich in umami flavor, low in fat, and juicy, with all three elements in perfect harmony.
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Niigata Jidori Chicken
A type of chicken bred for its deliciousness and Niigata characteristics
This is a type of chicken bred over a period of three years to pursue both deliciousness and the characteristics of Niigata. It was created by crossbreeding the Shokoku chicken, Nagoya species, and Yokohama Plymouth Rock. It is a high-quality chicken meat that is rich in umami flavor, low in fat, and juicy, with all three elements in perfect harmony.
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Echigo Yuzawa Onsen
A hot spring in a mountain village with a history of over 1000 years
This hot spring is located in the setting of "Yukiguni" (Snow Country) depicted by Yasunari Kawabata, and features a beautiful landscape of a mountain village with a history of over 1000 years. It has a strong alkaline concentration and is highly effective for skin diseases, women's diseases, and cuts. After enjoying the delicious local rice and sake, let's spend a blissful time in the hot spring!
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Echigo Yuzawa Onsen
A hot spring in a mountain village with a history of over 1000 years
This hot spring is located in the setting of "Yukiguni" (Snow Country) depicted by Yasunari Kawabata, and features a beautiful landscape of a mountain village with a history of over 1000 years. It has a strong alkaline concentration and is highly effective for skin diseases, women's diseases, and cuts. After enjoying the delicious local rice and sake, let's spend a blissful time in the hot spring!
07
Matsunoyama Onsen
One of Japan's three great medicinal hot springs with the atmosphere of a therapeutic spa
This is one of Japan's three great medicinal hot springs with a history and atmosphere of a therapeutic spa that was frequently visited by the popular Showa era author, "Ango Sakaguchi". It has the highest effectiveness in treating wounds such as burns and cuts, and makes the skin smooth. Why not relax while enjoying the view of the mountain stream from the quaint open-air bath?
07
Matsunoyama Onsen
One of Japan's three great medicinal hot springs with the atmosphere of a therapeutic spa
This is one of Japan's three great medicinal hot springs with a history and atmosphere of a therapeutic spa that was frequently visited by the popular Showa era author, "Ango Sakaguchi". It has the highest effectiveness in treating wounds such as burns and cuts, and makes the skin smooth. Why not relax while enjoying the view of the mountain stream from the quaint open-air bath?
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Niigata Jidori (local chicken)
Edible chicken that pursues both deliciousness and the taste of Niigata.
Niigata Jidori is an edible chicken developed with the concept of both deliciousness and the taste of Niigata. It is a high-quality chicken with low fat and odor, and a lot of umami components, as well as juicy and other unique characteristics. When visiting as a tourist, why not try Mizutaki (chicken hot pot) or Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) at nearby restaurants?
Gourmet Food in Uonuma Village
Enjoy gourmet food at a complex facility representing Niigata
Uonuma Village is a theme park of famous sake breweries representing Niigata. While enjoying the rich nature at the foot of Mt. Hakkai, you can eat dishes made with fresh local ingredients. You can fully enjoy sightseeing and gourmet food for a whole day!
Yukiguni A-class Gourmet
Gourmet made from ingredients born from snowy weather.
This project started to preserve the traditional food culture of Echigo Yuzawa and Uonuma, which are closed off by snow in winter. It features carefully selected gourmet dishes that have been certified as "flavors to be protected forever". There is a wide range of gourmet dishes, including Japanese and Western cuisine.
Echigo-Yuzawa Station Gourmet
Echigo-Yuzawa Station, where Niigata gourmet is gathered
Echigo-Yuzawa Station is overflowing with Niigata gourmet, such as shops where you can enjoy Niigata local sake from all brands in the prefecture, and sushi restaurants where you can enjoy Niigata's seafood. There are so many attractive shops that you will want to make it your destination, not just a stop on your journey!
Local Ingredient Restaurant
A restaurant where you can eat local vegetables and seafood.
A restaurant that uses plenty of local rice, vegetables, and seafood, such as onigiri made with Koshihikari, a representative rice of Niigata, and a mushroom set meal using Ishizaka maitake. You can enjoy the rich and fresh taste that can only be found in Niigata.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥11,103
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥23,379
Best Season
6~10 Month
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