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Suzugataki Falls

One of Japan's top 100 waterfalls, located deep in Murakami City. Water cascades down from a 55-meter height, creating a majestic scene. Visitors can feel the powerful mist of negative ions along the forest trails.

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Taishitamonja Festival

A dynamic festival in Sekikawa Village featuring a giant 82.8-meter snake made of bamboo and straw. Recognized by Guinness, it celebrates local legends and showcases the energetic spirit and unity of the community.

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Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort

Known as a "spring skiing holy land" due to its massive snowfall. It has a unique season, reopening in mid-March after the peak of winter. Skiers enjoy high-quality powder snow and stunning views of Lake Okutadami.

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Echigo Hillside Park

A vast national park located in Nagaoka City. Flowers such as tulips, roses, and cosmos bloom seasonally, and the park features expansive lawns and large playground equipment. In winter, an area for playing in the snow appears, making it enjoyable year-round for families and couples. You can enjoy Japan's abundant nature and beautifully maintained garden aesthetics.

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Minato Marche Pia Bandai

A giant market adjacent to Niigata Port where all of Niigata's delicacies gather. Fresh seafood, specialty rice, local sake, meat, and vegetables are available, and you can enjoy BBQs on-site or taste authentic sushi. It is a popular spot where you can experience Niigata's food culture through all five senses in a lively atmosphere.

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Shiori Pass

Shiori Pass in Uonuma City is famous for the mystical natural phenomenon called "Takigumo" (Waterfall Clouds). The sight of fog flowing down over the mountains like a waterfall in the early morning is a true spectacle of nature. It is also a famous spot for autumn foliage and features well-maintained trails, making it a dream destination for photographers and hikers.

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Hoshitoge Rice Terraces

A representative scenic spot in Tokamachi City, where rice terraces of various sizes spread across the slope like fish scales. Particularly in spring and autumn when the fields are filled with water to create "water mirrors," the reflection of sea of clouds and sunrise is breathtaking. It is a landscape that can be described as art created by Japanese agriculture.

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Ryugakubo Pond

Selected as one of "Japan's 100 Remarkable Waters," Ryugakubo is a mystical pond said to never become muddy. With an amazing 30 tons of spring water flowing every minute, the entire pond water is replaced every day. In this quiet space surrounded by deep green, legends of a dragon god remain, and the highly transparent surface reflects its surroundings like a mirror.

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Akiyama-go Valley

Located on the border of Niigata and Nagano Prefectures, Akiyama-go is one of "Japan's Top 100 Hidden Scenic Spots," surrounded by deep canyons. Unique living cultures and traditions nurtured in harsh natural environments still live on today. With scattered hot springs, blazing autumn colors, and deep winter snowscapes, it is the ultimate destination for travelers exploring Japan's original landscape.

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Yahiko Park

A vast park located right next to Yahiko Station, famous for its breathtaking autumn colors. The contrast between the red Kangetsu Bridge and the autumn leaves in the "Momiji Valley" area is an iconic symbol of Japanese beauty. With seasonal flowers and waterfalls, it is a healing spot you must visit when worshipping at Yahiko Shrine.

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Yagigahana Cliff

A towering 200-meter vertical cliff located in Sanjo City. Formed by ancient volcanic activity, this massive rock face is famous as a breeding ground for peregrine falcons. The cliff face glows divinely in the setting sun, and its overwhelming presence can be enjoyed from nearby hot springs and campsites.

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Oku-Tainai

Located at the foot of the Iide Mountain Range, Oku-Tainai is a hidden gem with vast, untouched primeval beech forests. During the fresh green and autumn foliage seasons, colorful forest landscapes unfold, making it ideal for forest bathing and hiking. It is a perfect hideaway for nature lovers who want to enjoy silence and the sound of clear streams away from the city.

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Yajima & Kyojima Islands

This scenic spot features an impressive red arched bridge connecting two islands in Sado's Ogi Coast. In the calm inlet, you can ride Sado's famous "Taraibune" (tub boat) and enjoy an emotional landscape reminiscent of a Studio Ghibli world. Floating gently on the transparent sea is a special experience only found here.

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Sekizaki Cape

Located at the northern tip of Sado Island, Sekizaki Cape is a scenic point offering a panoramic view of the rough Sea of Japan. It features a dynamic coastline and highly transparent waters, where you can watch the beautiful sun set into the sea at dusk. It is a place where you can feel the power of nature firsthand, popular with tourists for driving and photography.

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Tokamachi City

Tokamachi City, boasting some of the world's highest snowfall, is an art city known as the stage for the "Echigo-Tsumari Art Field." Modern art blends into the beautiful satoyama landscape, offering new discoveries with every visit. It is also packed with photogenic spots where you can feel Japan's original scenery, such as "Kiyotsu Gorge," one of Japan's three great canyons, and beautiful terraced rice fields.

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Niigata City

Niigata City, the prefectural capital, has developed since ancient times as an open port town. Amidst the beautiful urban landscape through which the Shinano River flows, you will find historical geisha district culture, one of Japan's largest aquariums, and markets filled with local flavors. It blends urban convenience with the charm of a gourmet city where you can enjoy delicious rice and sake.

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Sado City

Sado Island, floating in the Sea of Japan, is a historical island that once flourished through gold and silver mining. It retains a rich cultural heritage, including its unique traditional performing art "Noh" and the Sado Gold Mine site, a candidate for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Surrounded by untouched nature, it is a perfect remote island for adventurous travelers to enjoy stunning coastline views, trekking, and fresh seafood.

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Niigata Prefecture

Facing the Sea of Japan, Niigata Prefecture is one of the world's premier heavy snowfall areas and is known as Japan's top rice-producing region. Its seasonal landscapes, fresh seafood, and sake brewed by over 400 breweries fascinate visitors. Only about two hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen, it is a special place where traditional Japanese rural scenery and modern port town culture coexist.

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THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS SENGOKUHARA

A high-end "restaurant-hotel" where world-class cuisine meets luxury hot spring living. Enjoy artistic Italian-French dining and private baths in Sengokuhara.

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Kuzuryu Shrine

A famous spiritual spot for "good match" and prosperity. Located deep in the forest by Lake Ashi, it exudes a mystical and serene energy.

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Hakone Ginyu

An ultra-exclusive luxury inn famous for its "floating" valley views and Balinese-Japanese fusion design. A world-class retreat for ultimate peace.

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Hakone Checkpoint

A faithful reconstruction of the Edo-period checkpoint. Learn about the strict history of travel and security during the samurai era.

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Daihakone Country Club

A world-class golf course known for its strategic design and stunning Mt. Fuji views. A dream destination for golfers visiting Japan.

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Sengokuhara Prince Hotel

A sophisticated resort hotel blending with the pampas fields and golf courses. Enjoy views of the outer crater mountains and high-quality onsen.

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