Nature & Scenic Escape Tour (Tokamachi / Uonuma Area)

◆ Kiyotsukyo Gorge (Tokamachi City) Tsunan Lantern Festival (Tsunan Town) Reopened in 2018, You can immerse yourself in a dreamlike scene as the expansive canyon reflects beautifully on the calm water. It’s a well-loved destination, celebrated for its incredibly photogenic views. Bijinbayashi (Tokamachi City) In Matsunoyama, Tokamachi City, lies Bijinbayashi, a stunning beech forest that is a pride of Niigata Prefecture. With around 3,000 uniformly tall beech trees, the forest’s serene beauty has earned it the name ‘Bijin Bayashi’ (Beautiful Forest). Every year, about 100,000 visitors come to stroll among the towering trees and experience its tranquil, natural charm. Lake Okutadami (Uonuma City) Experience the breathtaking autumn colors at Lake Okutadami, one of Niigata’s premier foliage spots and listed among Japan’s 100 famous autumn sites. Glide across the calm waters on a sightseeing boat and see the fiery reds, oranges, and golds of the surrounding forest reflected perfectly on the lake, creating a magical seasonal view. Bestviewing/Freshgreen: (Late May to early June / Autumn leaves: Mid-October to early November) Hakkai Mountain Ropeway (Minamiuonuma City) Rise from 376 meters at the foot to 1,147 meters at the summit in just five minutes aboard the Hakkai Mountain Ropeway. Marvel at the breathtaking views of each season: the fresh greens of spring, fiery autumn leaves, and sparkling winter snows.