Kiyotsu Gorge
7 Ma Yansong/MAD Architects, Panorama Station
Kiyotsu Gorge is known as one of Japan’s three most beautiful gorges. It was designated as Joshin'etsukogen National Park in September 1949, and it is a place of great academic interest.
Its steep, rocky walls with a river flowing between them cut a V-shape through the mountains, and the gorge was also nationally designated as a place of scenic beauty and a natural monument. The rugged vertical columnar joints of the rock face combined with the rapidly flowing clear blue river offer an unforgettable sight.
Its steep, rocky walls with a river flowing between them cut a V-shape through the mountains, and the gorge was also nationally designated as a place of scenic beauty and a natural monument. The rugged vertical columnar joints of the rock face combined with the rapidly flowing clear blue river offer an unforgettable sight.
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THE BEAUTY OF JAPAN'S TRADITION
More Information about Kiyotsu Gorge
Street address
- Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture
Access
- Around 1 hour 30 minutes from JR Tokyo Station. Get off at JR Echigo-Yuzawa Station, and ride the Express Bus bound for Morimiyanohara for around 25 minutes
Opening Hours
- 8:30~16:30
Closed
- Open all year round unless otherwise notified
Best season
- Sep., Oct., Nov.
Point
update: Sep.3.2024

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