[Niigata ]The most spectacular scenery that can only be seen in Niigata! 7 recommended sightseeing spots

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minato_sakata(@minato_sakata)がシェアした投稿

This is the Edaori Pass, where you can see a spectacular view called takigumo, or waterfall clouds, because the clouds fall over the mountain.
It has become a very popular tourist attraction because visitors can drive right up to it, although the road is narrow, rather than having to climb a mountain or struggle up a steep road to see it. It can be seen in the middle of the mountain pass on National Route 352, so it is recommended to go there by car. Please note, however, that the road is closed to traffic from December to May, when snow accumulates. Autumn is the best season to visit because it occurs when there is a great difference in temperature.

The starry sky can even be seen up to the Milky Way!

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minato_sakata(@minato_sakata)がシェアした投稿

The night sky is beautiful and popular because there is nothing to block the view. The stars are clearly visible because there is no light, and even the Milky Way is clearly visible on some days.
Nearby is Okutadami Lake, where there are also viewing boats. The water in Okutadami Lake is what makes Takiun visible. After seeing the takigumo, it is recommended to visit Okutadami Lake as well. In the fall, there are bus tours that carry many tourists, so it is also a good idea to take advantage of these tours.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Shiori Toge (Edaori Pass)
Address: Haenomata to Ginzan-daira, Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture 946-0000
Phone number: 025-792-7300 (Uonuma Tourist Association)
Hours of operation: 24 hours
Closed: No traffic from December to May
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is the Edaori Pass where you can see a spectacular view called Takigumo. The best time to see it is in early fall. Also, please note that the road is closed from December to May when snow is piling up.
URL: None

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Tetsuya Kon(@concon1028)がシェアした投稿

Okutainai is a deep forest through which the clear waters of the Tainai River flow.
It is buried in snow for half of the year, and because of this, it is a recommended spot for viewing the mysterious scenery. It has become a secluded area that is not easily accessible to people, and is a sacred place designated as the Ladai-Asahi National Park. Recently, a road has been attached to the site due to the establishment of an accommodation called Okutainai Hutte, and a restaurant is also available. Even so, it is still an unexplored region, with large trees that are more than several hundred years old.

Trekking trails are also available!

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夏乃茜(@natsuno441)がシェアした投稿

There are trekking trails that allow visitors to walk and tour the magnificent nature, allowing them to feel and see the untouched nature as they take a deep breath.
It is also a popular place for bird watching as rare birds fly in and out of the area. Please visit Okutainai, where you can really feel the word "unspoiled, unexplored region.


"Facility Information "
Facility name: Okutainai
Address: 1202-49, Shimoarasawa, Tainai, Niigata 959-2816
Phone number: 0254-48-0161
Hours of operation: 24 hours
Closed: Open every day
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: It is a secluded area that is covered with snow half of the year. Okutainai is a deep forest with the clear waters of the Tainai River flowing through it, allowing visitors to enjoy the mysterious nature.
URL：https://niigata-kankou.or.jp/spot/7264

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tatsumi(@standinglook)がシェアした投稿

Yahiko Shrine is located on Mt. Located in the Chinju no Mori forest, this shrine is recommended for visitors to feel sacred while taking a bath in the forest. It is a place of many attractions, such as the Tamanobashi Bridge, which only Gods can cross, and deer kept on the grounds. More than 200,000 worshippers visit the shrine every year for Hatsumode, making it one of the most popular shrines in Niigata. If you visit the shrine early in the morning, you can fully enjoy the sacred atmosphere with fewer people, so morning is recommended at the latest.

Nation's top class Otorii (Grand Gate)

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松澤 鈴子(@senbei.m)がシェアした投稿

The shrine has a history of over 2,400 years, and since it has been around for so long, it also has a sumo and archery hall. The Otorii (Grand Gate) is surprisingly large, standing 30 meters high.
Also, it is said that if you feel the heavy stone in the shrine, your wish will come true quickly, and if you feel the light stone, your wish will be difficult to make. Please try to make a wish.
Yahiko by ropeway, there is a shrine called Goshinmyo (Shrine of Goddess of Mercy), which is a good place to visit if you have come all the way to Yahiko Shrine. There is also a free bus service from Yahiko Shrine.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Yahiko Shrine
Address: 2887-2 Yahiko, Yahiko-mura, Nishikanbara-gun, Niigata 959-0323
Phone number: 0256-94-2001
Hours of operation: 24 hours
Closed: Open every day
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: The shrine has a history of more than 2,400 years at the foot of Mt. The shrine is located in the Chinju no Mori forest and its solemn atmosphere has made it a popular tourist attraction.
URL：https://www.yahiko-jinjya.or.jp/meguru/ootorii/index.html

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kazuki nagayama(@niga713)がシェアした投稿

Kiyotsukyo Gorge, one of the three most famous gorges in Japan, is located in Joshinetsu Kogen National Park.
It is a grand canyon with a river flowing between huge rock walls. The Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel has been dug for tourists, and there are many dynamic art pieces scattered throughout the tunnel. This art was created as Tunnel of Light by Chinese architect collective Ma Yansong/MAD Architects during the 2018 Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennial and is on display as is. This is a great value tourist attraction that combines modern art with a historic tunnel.

It is also a good photo spot!

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牧 弘(@himikea1964)がシェアした投稿

There are many photo spots, and the tunnel also has goods for sale and a café. After enjoying nature and art, it is recommended to relax in the café. There is also a footbath available to heal your tired feet. This is the hottest tourist attraction in Niigata right now, so be sure to visit.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Kiyotsukyo
Address: Koide, Tokamachi-city, Niigata 949-8433
Phone number: 025-763-4800
Business hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Winter holidays
Budget: Adults 600 yen / Children 300 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Kiyotsukyo Gorge is famous as one of the three major canyons in Japan. It has become a popular tourist attraction with its tunnels built for sightseeing and decorated with innovative artwork.
URL：https://nakasato-kiyotsu.com/kiyotsukyou/

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Visit Japan AU & NZ(@visitjapanau)がシェアした投稿

The brewery has a long history, dating back to 1767, and now offers tours of its brewery. Of course, after the tour, visitors can sample the sake and find their favorite bottle. It is also recommended that you buy some as souvenirs to take home with you for added enjoyment.

Valuable all pure rice production

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Yuki(@travel_cats_yuki)がシェアした投稿

The all pure rice production has become extremely valuable nationwide, and it is such a popular tourist attraction that it has obtained first place in Niigata City's sightseeing ranking.
It is a popular tourist attraction for those who love sake, with many famous sake brands such as Nishikigoi and the Imadaiji series. The area is also popular for being used as a filming location for movies, allowing visitors to actually see the other side of the screen.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Imayotsuka Sake Brewery Co.
Address: 1-1 Kagamigaoka, Chuo-ku, Niigata-shi, Niigata 950-0074
Phone number: 025-245-0325
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Year-end and New Year holidays
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Visitors can tour a long-established sake brewery that has been in existence since 1767 and is one of the few in the country that brews all of its sake purely from rice. Tastings are available and for sale.
URL：http://imayotsukasa.co.jp/

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linegold(@tanaka.yutaka)がシェアした投稿

It is one of the largest and largest gold and silver mines in Japan. It is designated as a national historic site and an important cultural asset, and is such a representative tourist attraction in Niigata that it is often referred to as the Sado gold mine site when talking about Sado Island. The entrance seen in the photo is the site of a tunnel that was excavated, and some of the tunnels are up to 400 km long. The mines were used for approximately 400 years from 1601 to 1989 until they were depleted.

People's lives including gold and silver mines

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ゆりか(@yurik_at)がシェアした投稿

In addition to historical sites, there are also traces of the lives of people who were involved in the gold and silver mines. The people who followed the gold vein naturally lived in the vicinity of the gold and silver mines, so there are many traces of their lives, including the remains of an Edo period downtown area, a crushing plant, and a harbor. There is also a corner in the museum where visitors can try lifting a real gold bar.
Recently, it has become a popular place for ruin enthusiasts. Sado Island also has many tourist attractions such as tarai boats.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Sado Kinzan Site (Sado Kinzan)
Address: 〒952-1501 Aikawa area, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture
Phone number: 0259-74-2389
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. November - March 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Open every day
Budget: 450 yen and up (varies depending on the tour course)
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is one of the largest and largest gold and silver mines in Japan. Visitors can see the remains of tunnels that were used for approximately 400 years until they were depleted.
URL：http://www.sado-kinzan.com/

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ユウ(@wanoya_yuu)がシェアした投稿

Niigata Prefecture is littered with gemstone jade. It is famous for its jade, and while it is forbidden to take jade rocks from the sea, you can bring back jade that has washed up in the sea or washed up on the banks of rivers. If you bring the jade you pick up to the Fossa Magna Museum, a curator will appraise the stone for you. The Fossa Magna Museum exhibits everything from large jade rocks to minerals in general, so it is recommended that you see the jade gemstones before going to look for jade.

Various ores are all over the place!

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Snownavi(@snownavi)がシェアした投稿

We tend to think of ores in a rigid way, but they are gemstones and power stones in the rough.
There are exhibits ranging from shiny ores to fossils, and those who love rocks will not have enough time to spend on them. There is also a space where visitors can learn about the origins of the Japanese archipelago, and in the Fossil Valley on the premises, there is an outdoor fossil collection area where visitors can actually collect fossils for a fee.
It has become a popular tourist attraction for people of all ages, and is a recommended spot for sightseeing in Niigata.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Fossa Magna Museum
Address: 1313 Ichinomiya, Itoigawa, Niigata 941-0056
Phone number: 025-553-1880
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Mondays from December to February and the day following a national holiday Year-end and New Year holidays
I give the calculation: adults 500 yen / college students under the material
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: In Niigata Prefecture, the birthplace of jade, you can search for jade and have it appraised. This is a recommended facility where you can immerse yourself in the ore.
URL：https://fmm.geo-itoigawa.com/