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Terraced rice fields, a misty landscape, and distant mountains. 1
A glass display case with a golden crown and several smaller artifacts. 2
A modern building with a curved facade and a landscaped area with rocks and grass in front. 3
A restaurant interior with wooden beams, brick walls, and leather chairs. 4
A traditional wooden building with a balcony, a small tree in front, and a parked car. 5
By 雪彩-yukiiro-
Free cancellation available
Price is £128 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage on this scenic journey through Tokamachi. Explore the stunning Kiyotsu Gorge, known for its impressive rock formations and vibrant colours. Wander through ancient rice terraces that showcase the traditional farming methods of the local communities. This tour offers a unique glimpse into local stories and traditions, making it perfect for culture enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Enjoy an immersive experience with expert guides who share their insider knowledge of the region.

    The guide will use simple English and a simultaneous translation device. We will provide the equipment.

    • Explore Kiyotsu Gorge and its magnificent rock formations
    • Visit ancient rice terraces and learn about traditional farming
    • Gain insights from expert local guides on Tokamachi's culture
    • Ideal for travellers interested in nature and local traditions

Activity location

  • Kiyotsu Gorge
    • Koide,
    • 949-8433, Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 越後湯沢駅西口駅前広場
    • Yuzawa
    • 949-6101, Yuzawa, Niigata, Japan

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Scenic Journey through Tokamachi Kiyotsu Gorge Rice Terraces

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£128.22 x 1 Adult£128.22
Total
Price is £128.22
Until Wed, 21 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Please pay for your own meals.

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Kiyotsu Gorge

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
A guide will accompany you into the tunnel and provide commentary. Plastic shoe covers will also be distributed free of charge to anyone who needs them to keep their shoes dry. Kiyotsu Gorge—one of Japan’s Three Great Gorges—offers a magnificent, natural spectacle created by the earth itself. Particularly famous is the sight of the water pooled on the floor, which acts like a mirror, beautifully reflecting the gorge’s scenery. This breathtaking view, unique to Kiyotsu Gorge, blends the grandeur of nature itself with a space reminiscent of modern art. You’ll discover completely different charms depending on the season: fresh greenery in spring, deep green in summer, vibrant autumn foliage, and a fantastical world blanketed in snow in winter. Photo credit Ma Yansong / MAD Architects, “Tunnel of Light” (Echigo-Tsumari Art Field) Tokamachi TouristAssociation

Bijinbayashi

  • 20m
“Bijin-bayashi”: Where You Can Experience the Beauty of the Four Seasons In this approximately 3-hectare forest, rows of beech trees—all of nearly the same thickness—create a striking sight that draws visitors into a quiet and soothing forest world. Especially during the season of fresh greenery, soft green leaves sprout all at once, and sunlight filtering through the trees adds colour to the forest. In summer, visitors are enveloped in cool greenery; in autumn, leaves tinged with yellow and brown paint the forest; and in winter, you can witness the magical sight of beech trunks rising from deep snow. Photo credit Tokamachi TouristAssociation

Hoshitoge Rice Terraces

  • 20m
“Hoshitoge Terraced Rice Fields”: A Stunning Landscape Born from Life in a Snowy Region Located in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, the “Hoshitoge Terraced Rice Fields” offer a beautiful, traditional Japanese landscape featuring rice paddies of various sizes strung along a mountainside. From the spring snowmelt to the fall harvest, the scenery changes with the seasons, captivating visitors year-round. There is a donation box at this site to support maintenance and upkeep. We appreciate your contribution. Photo credit Tokamachi City Tourism Association

2074-1 Matsudai

  • 1h
“Shibui” is a charming café run by architect Karl Benks, who moved to Matsudai in Tokamachi City several decades ago. The café is housed in a traditional old Japanese home, and its unique appeal lies in the blend of traditional snow country architecture with German sensibilities. While admiring the old pillars and beams, visitors can leisurely enjoy the café’s menu, which includes quiche, desserts, and coffee. It’s a place where the history of the snow country and a different culture come together, offering an experience you can only find here.

Tokamachi City Museum TOPPAKU

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
You can see exhibits featuring flame-patterned pottery from the Jomon period, which dates back about 5,000 years, as well as displays on life in snowy regions and the culture of textiles. Photo credit Tokamachi City MuseumPhoto

Location

Activity location

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    Kiyotsu Gorge
    • Koide,
    • 949-8433, Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    越後湯沢駅西口駅前広場
    • Yuzawa
    • 949-6101, Yuzawa, Niigata, Japan

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