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Leaving Gunma via the SCT 7

Leaving Gunma via the SCT

C. Rio

Following the Snow Country Trail from Gunma to Niigata, I managed to snag a sweet campsite with spectacular views down into th..

Niigata
Takinozawa Park in Yuzawa

Takinozawa Park in Yuzawa

Rufus Starbuck

An easily accessible nature hike right off the main street of Yuzawa that takes you into the mountains to the base of two crashing..

Niigata 2
Sagurigawa Dam

Sagurigawa Dam

Kim

Niigata’s Sagurigawa Dam offers some spectacular views and a varied scenery depending on the season.

Niigata
Sunset Hike up Tanigawadake 7

Sunset Hike up Tanigawadake

C. Rio

It was late afternoon and the weather was too good not to try to head up into the mountains.  Tanigawadake from a distance was..

Niigata
Mitsuke English Garden

Mitsuke English Garden

Kim

Mitsuke English Garden is located a short distance from the city of Nagaoka, and offers visitors the chance to enjoy seasonal blooms..

Niigata 4