The 750-meter-long Kiyotsu Gorge Tunnel, located in Kiyotsukyo Gorge—one of Japan’s three great gorges—was completely renovated by Chinese architect Ma Yansong of MAD Architects for the “Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale 2018.”The spatial design incorporates the five natural elements—trees, earth, metal, fire, and water—and the breathtaking views from the mirror-finished panoramic station are truly spectacular. At this place where nature and art merge, you can experience the majestic scenery of Echigo-Tsumari firsthand. [Open daily]

Surrounded by the mist of the waterfall and lush greenery, the temple grounds offer a peaceful retreat for visitors. The principal deity, Fudō Myōō, is believed to protect against fire and water disasters and bring good fortune, and has been revered by local people for centuries. In summer, the temple bustles with worshippers seeking relief from the heat and tourists enjoying the scenery of the moss-covered stone steps and waterfall. [Open daily]

Akiyamago is the collective name for 12 villages scattered throughout the mountainous regions of Niigata and Nagano, and it has been selected as one of “Japan’s 100 Hidden Gems.” Katakuri House is located at the entrance to this area. The surrounding landscape features terraced Rice Fields built with stone walls, and from Mikura Bridge, you can fully enjoy the clear waters of the Nakatsugawa Valley.You can also enjoy the natural scenery throughout the four seasons, including vast fields of katakuri flowers resembling a purple carpet, a star-filled sky, and mountains colored by autumn foliage.

In Tsunan town, where people have lived continuously since the Jomon period, wild mountain vegetables and mushrooms are harvested from the mountains, while delicious rice and vegetables are grown using spring water and fertile soil. We welcome you with heartfelt, homemade dishes so you can fully savor the bounty of Tsunan’s land. Please enjoy the rich flavors of the season and the local sake.

[Appetizers] Blanched fiddlehead ferns / Handmade konjac / Sushi rolls with butterbur and miso / Teriyaki-glazed wheat gluten / Sweet potato mochi with millet
[Steamed Dish] Chawanmushi with ginkgo nuts and tofu
[Vinegared Dishes] Firefly squid / Asparagus greens / Amanatsu citrus / Turnip
[Fried Dishes] Tempura: Maitake mushrooms / Butterbur shoots / Koshiabura
【Main Course】Tsumari Pork and Lotus Root Hamburg Steak / Served with Wild Garlic / Ishigakida-grown Koshihikari Rice / Rice Malt Pickles / Miso Soup
【Dessert】Douhua / Served with Buckwheat and Horse Chestnut Crackers

You can also take a snowshoe walk through the "Ketto Stone-Walled Rice Fields"—a site designated as part of the "Connected Terraced Rice Field Heritage"—accompanied by guides.

After you return from your morning walk, it’s time for breakfast. We take great care to prepare meals that are well-balanced in flavor, presentation, and nutrition, allowing you to fully savor the natural taste of the ingredients.

A hub facility for the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field. The building was designed by Hara Hiroshi＋ATELIERΦ, the firm behind the Kyoto Station Building and other projects. It features 15 permanent Echigo-Tsumari Art Field artworks by artists from Japan and abroad, on display year-round, and hosts Special Exhibitions each season. [Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, except holidays]

The largest shop in Echigo-Tsumari specializing in Echigo-Tsumari Art Field products. We carry a wide selection of local specialties, including official logo products, artist-designed products, rice from the Rice Fields, and original-design sake and sweets. We also display and sell small artworks, such as paintings and sculptures, by participating artists. Take home a variety of “art” as a souvenir of your trip. Products are also available for purchase in our online shop (excluding some items). *Admission to MonET is required to visit the shop.[Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, except holidays]

The pristine water and climate nurtured by the lush, snow-covered nature of Echigo-Uonuma produce high-quality buckwheat. Kojimaya Sohonten is situated in this blessed environment. Step inside, and you’ll be enveloped by the warmth of a traditional Japanese house, with its trees and earthen walls, creating a space where you can relax and unwind. Each room offers a unique atmosphere, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely time while savoring the fragrant buckwheat noodles.(Photo for illustrative purposes only.) [Open daily]

At the farmers’ market, cheerfully run by local mothers, you’ll find seasonal local produce such as wild mountain vegetables and farm-fresh goods. The attached confectionery workshop offers a selection of handmade treats made with carefully selected ingredients, including “Anbu”—a traditional Tokamachi snack—vegetable-filled oyaki, and rice flour cakes.At the restaurant, you can enjoy dishes made with vegetables harvested from our own fields, as well as Kawanishi-grown Koshihikari rice and local buckwheat noodles. The popular “soba inari” is a must-try. Chatting around the traditional hearth is another highlight for visitors. [Open daily]

A relaxing hot spring resort where you can indulge in the luxury of natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source. The fragrant cypress bath and the pebble bath featuring natural stones from the Shinano River are particularly popular. The facility offers a variety of amenities, including open-air baths of different sizes and atmospheres, a sauna, and individual baths made of Shigaraki-yaki pottery. There is also a free foot bath where you can stop by for a quick soak. [Open daily]