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[Niigata ]Impressed by beautiful natural scenery! Five recommended spots with spectacular views!

[Niigata ]Impressed by beautiful natural scenery! Five recommended spots with spectacular views!
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Popular Tourist Spots Spots with incredible view Nature

2023-06-16 Management office

Niigata Prefecture is very rich in nature, with mountains and sea, and the four seasons are vividly displayed.
Its beautiful and magnificent scenery is very moving and liberating. This article introduces such recommended scenic spots in Niigata Prefecture.
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Table of Contents

  1. 1.
    Terraced rice paddies at Hoshitoge
  3. 2.
    Fukushima Lagoon
  5. 3.
    Kiyotsu Gorge
  7. 4.
    Ryugakubo Pond
  9. 5.
    Mya arenaria oonogai (subspecies of soft-shelled turtle)
  11. 6.
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Terraced rice paddies at Hoshitoge



The terraced rice paddies of Hoshitouge (Hoshitouge) are a terraced rice paddy field area that has been selected as one of the 100 best places to visit "and ".

Niigata, a rice-producing region, has many spots with spectacular views of terraced rice paddies.
One of the most popular of these terraced rice paddies is located in Matsudai, Tokamachi City.
About 200 rice fields, large and small, spread out on the slopes like scales, presenting a view from time to time.



Spring, early summer, and late fall are the best times to see the rice paddies filled with water. The water in the rice paddies reflects the surroundings like a mirror "and the mirror "becomes a very beautiful sight when it catches the sunlight.



Sea of clouds can also be seen early in the morning during early summer and early fall. This can only be seen under the right weather conditions, but the sea of clouds over the terraced rice paddies in the quiet early morning is a fantastic and moving sight.

In early winter, you can see terraced rice paddies covered with snow, and you can enjoy the scenery of each season. It is a spectacular spot that you will want to visit again and again.

It is easy to sightsee because there is a parking lot and a well-maintained place to view them. However, the terraced rice paddies are farmland and private property, so please enjoy them with good manners. Do not enter areas you are not allowed to enter, and do not leave trash behind.

"Tourist Information "
Spot name: Terraced rice fields of Hoshitoge
Location: Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture
Tel: 025-597-3000 (Matsudai/Matsunoyama Onsen Tourist Information Center)
Access: 20 min. drive from Matsudai Sta. on the Hokuhoku Line "" 20 min. drive from Matsudai Sta. on the Hokuhoku Line "60 min. drive from Muikamachi IC "(National Road 253) 60 min. drive from Joetsu IC "" (National Road 253) on Hokuriku Expressway
URL：http://www.tokamachishikankou.jp/natural/tanada/hoshitoge/

Fukushima Lagoon



Fukushima Lagoon is a lake located east of Niigata City. With an area of 260 hectares, it is the largest lake in Niigata Prefecture among lagoons (kata: lakes and swamps formed after separation from the open sea).

"It is one of the most natural places in Japan, selected as one of the 100 best natural spots in Japan ""and one of the 100 best scenic spots in Niigata ""and one of the 100 best places for recreation ". More than 220 species of wild birds and 470 species of plants have been identified in the area.



It is home to a large number of precious plants and animals, including the great bustard, a national natural treasure, and the onibasu, an aquatic plant with leaves up to two meters long. And as a wintering ground for swans and great tits, it is called the best bird paradise in Japan, and is a popular spot for many bird lovers.



In spring, the rape blossom fields spreading all over the area are a highlight. The Gozu mountain range is also reflected on the surface of the lake, showing the majestic beauty of nature in each season along with birds and flowers.

I recommend the sightseeing and exchange facility "Mizu no Eki View Fukushima Lagoon ", which is located right next door and offers a panoramic view of Fukushima Lagoon from its third floor.
There is also a café where visitors can relax.

"Tourist Information "
Spot name: Fukushima Lagoon
Location: 493 Mae-Shinden-Otsu, Kita-ku, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture
Access: JR Hakushin Line "Toyosakae Station 5 min. by car from "JR Hakushin Line "Toyosakae Station 30 min. by foot from "Nihonkai Tohoku Expressway "Toyosakae Niigata Higashi Port IC 5 min. by car from "
URL：http://www.pavc.ne.jp/~hishikui/

Facility Name: Water Station View Fukushima Lagoon
Telephone: 025-387-1491
Time: 9:00~17:00 (16:30 final admission) New Year special opening January 1 6:30~12:30
Closed: Mondays, year-end and New Year's holidays (December 28-January 4) *If Monday is a national holiday, the following day will be closed.
Admission: Adults 400 yen/Students (high school and younger) 200 yen
Annual ticket 1,000 yen for adults/500 yen for students

Kiyotsu Gorge




Kiyotsukyo (Kiyotsu Gorge) is one of the three major gorges in Japan, known together with Kurobe Gorge and Osugi Gorge.
Designated as Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in September 1949, it is also a treasure house of academic materials.

It is cut along the Kiyotsu River flowing through the mountainous area of Tokamachi City, and its large rock walls form one of the most V-shaped grand canyons in the country.

The view of the rock surface, which looks like a huge sculpture, and the clear rapids of the Kiyotsu River is very dynamic and impressive.



If you walk through the Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel, you can see its magnificent scenery up close from four viewing platforms. It is especially popular during the fall foliage season, when many tourists visit.




The panoramic station at the far end of the tunnel is a popular photo spot.
The tunnel forms a beautiful circle when reflected in the water, and everyone will want to take a picture of the spectacular view of the beautiful valley within the tunnel.

"Tourist Information "
Spot name: Kiyotsukyo Gorge
Location: Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture
Access: 25 min. by bus from JR East Japan Railway "Echigo Yuzawa Station "(express bus for Morimiyanohara) 20 min. by bus from JR Iiyama Line "Echigo Tazawa Station "20 min. by car from Kanetsu Expressway "Shiozawa/Ishiuchi IC "(via National Route 353)
URL：https://gurutabi.gnavi.co.jp/a/a_2051/



Facility Name: Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel
Telephone: 025-763-4800
Time: 8:30~17:00 (eventually paid 16:30)
Regular holidays: Mid-January to March 31 (to be determined)
Material：Adults 800yen, children 400yen, no material for children who are not enrolled in school

Ryugakubo Pond



Ryugakubo Pond is known as "the pond that never gets muddy ". The pond is constantly fed by an abundance of spring water, which keeps the water very clean. 43,000 tons of water fills the pond each day and is replaced by another 43,000 tons of water each day.



It has long been used by the local people not only as a source of water for daily life, but also as an object of worship. It is a very sacred pond where a festival is held every July at a nearby shrine.



The origin of the name Ryugakubo comes from a legend that the water was given by the dragon god.
Its mysterious emerald green scenery makes you feel as if you can cleanse your mind as well.
It is also popular as drinking water and has been selected as one of the 100 best waters in Japan "" . Fishing for water is free, so bringing your own bottle is recommended.

"Tourist Information "
Spot name: Ryugakubo Pond
Location: Taniuchi, Tsunan-cho, Naka-uonuma-gun, Niigata Prefecture
Tel: 025-765-5585 (Tsunan Town Tourist Association)
Access: 15 min. by cab from JR Iiyama Line "Tsunan Station ". 60 min. by car from Kanetsu Expressway "Echigo-Kawaguchi IC "or "Shiozawa-Ishiuchi IC "
Fee: (Parking lot) 200 yen for standard car, 500 yen for bus
URL：https://tsunan.info/ryugakubo/

Mya arenaria oonogai (subspecies of soft-shelled turtle)



Onogame is a huge monolith protruding from the sea. It is located on the Sotokaifu Coast in the northernmost part of Sado Island. "It is a very large rock that looks like a small mountain, rated two stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japon ".



The most recommended time to visit is from late May to early June.
Onogame is also home to one of Japan's largest colonies of the tobishima kanzo, which blooms widely around the area during this time of year. These pretty yellow-orange flowers grow only on cliffs near the sea, and it is said that there are only two places in Japan where they can be seen.

Around mid-June, "the Sado Kanzo Festival "is held, featuring traditional Sado performing arts such as harukoma and onidaiko.



From the top of Ono Turtle, you can see an island called "Futatsugame (二ツツ亀) ". Located a short distance from the main island, the island looks like two turtles. The view from Onokame is very attractive, including a beautiful sunset over the Sea of Japan.

"Tourist Information "
Spot name: Ono Turtle
Location: Gan, Sado-shi, Niigata, Japan
Tel: 0259-27-5000 (Sado Tourist Information Center, Sado Island Tourism Exchange Organization)
Access: 1 minute walk from Onogame (Uchikaifu Line bus stop). 55 minutes drive from Ryotsu Port. 110 minutes drive from Ogi Port and Akadomari Port.
URL：https://www.visitsado.com/spot/detail0133/

summary

We have introduced five recommended scenic spots in Niigata Prefecture. The magnificent and spectacular views are so impressive that they even liberate the hearts of those who see them. We hope you will use this as a reference for your trip to Niigata Prefecture and have a wonderful time.

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