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Nature/Nagaoka , Kashiwazaki Area

Yoneyama Fukuura Hakkei Beach

Yoneyama Fukuura Hakkei BeachAt the beach continuing from the promontory guard point, the scenery is truly breathtaking with the cliffs extending deep into the ocean and rock outcroppings jutting out from the water. The contrast with Mt. Yoneyama is beautiful, and the view from the Kamomegahana point is simply the best.

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(Location) Kujiranami- Yoneyama-machi, Kashiwazaki City
(Best time to go) April-November
(Contact) Kashiwazaki City Tourism and Exchange Division
(Tel) 0257-23-5111

Echigo Hillside National Government Park

Echigo Hillside National Government ParkA hub of recreation for all seasons. “Midori-no-senjyojiki Lawn Area” features a play ground with a variety of wooden play structures.. Children will also love playing with water at “Koshi-no-ike Pond.”Enjoy walking on rustic nature trails. Precious ranunculaceae flowers are in full bloom from March to early April.

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(Address) 1921 Miyamoto Higashikata-machi, Nagaoka City
(Best time to go) Year-round
(Contact) Echigo Park Maintenance Center
(Tel) 0258-47-8001
(Days Closed) Mondays
(Cost) Adults 400 yen, Children 80 yen
(Hours) 9:30am-5pm (until 7pm July 1- August 31, until 4:30pm November 1- March 31)

Todo no Mori Water Park

Todo no Mori Water ParkChosen as one of Japan’s 100 best waters, this water is still bubbling up from the ground. Many wild birds inhabit the forest, and trees seem to exist in order to preserve sources of the pure water. Enjoy the water and feel close to nature.

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(Address) Nishi-nakanomata, Nagaoka City
(Best time to go) Year-round
(Contact) Todo no Mori Famous Water Park Administrative Union
(Tel) 0258-58-3050

Oiran Dochu Courtesan Procession

Oiran Dochu Courtesan ProcessionBunsui is an area known for its cherry blossoms, More than 3,000 cherry trees line up the street to offer a magnificient sight in spring. Women dressed as courtesans in beautiful kimono combined with cherry blossoms make for an extravagant performance.

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(Location) Bunsui, Tsubame City
(Best time to go) April
(Contact) Bunsui Commerce and Industry Division
(Tel) 0256-97-2111