[2025 Tokamachi Attraction] Travel Guide for Kiyotsukyo Keikoku Tunnel (Updated May)

#0yentravelautumn Hello! It's Mayan☀️Where are you all planning to go in October? ? Here are my top 5 recommended spots to visit in October! The time when the stunning autumn scenery starts to come into view little by little. I've put together a list of spots that you should definitely visit during this time, such as cosmos and early autumn leaves. I hope this will be helpful for your outings. 📍Nara Park/ 30 Noboriojicho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture 📍MIHO MUSEUM/ 300 Momodani, Tashiro, Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture 📍Expo Memorial Park/ 1-1 Senri Expo Park, Suita City, Osaka Prefecture 📍Rurikoin/ 55 Kamitakano Higashiyama, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 📍Kiyotsukyo/ Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture For other recommended spots, click here▶︎#MaayanNiigata #MaayanNara #MaayanShiga #MaayanOsaka #MaayanKyoto 👆 to see all the spots ----------------------Thank you for always liking and saving, I'm very happy when you follow me, I'll reply to your comments🫶#BeginningofAutumn #OctoberEvents

Kiyotsukyo Tunnel in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture The long tunnel, stretching nearly 1 kilometer, was apparently used for transportation in the past. The view from the observation deck, with the exposed strata of the earth, is impressive! And if you walk to the end, there is a beautiful photo spot with a reflection of the water surface! An artist created it for the art festival! #breathtakingview #autumnfoliage #mountainclimbing

#0 Yen Travel Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel Address: 949-8432 Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture --- Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel! It's a place that feels like another world, where modern art and nature come together! Kiyotsukyo Gorge, located in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, is a place with breathtaking views that are counted as one of the three major canyons in Japan, and you can have the unique experience of enjoying the scenery from inside the tunnel. The tunnel itself is not just a passageway. There are elaborate art pieces installed in various places, and there are plenty of exciting features to get you excited just by walking through it! For example, the walls of the tunnel are like mirrors, so the outside scenery is reflected like a kaleidoscope, and there is water at your feet, and the scenery reflected on the water surface is fantastic. And at the end of the tunnel is the panorama station! The view from here is truly spectacular. You can see the dynamic scenery of the huge columnar jointed rocks and the clear emerald green stream as if it were a framed painting. Especially on a fine day, the fresh greenery and autumn leaves are reflected on the water, creating a breathtaking beauty. Another attraction is that the lighting in the tunnel changes depending on the time and season. When natural light pours in, you can enjoy a more dynamic view, and at dusk, you are enveloped in a fantastic atmosphere. The Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel goes beyond the experience of "just looking at the scenery," and is a place that gives you a new sensation of "experiencing a space where art and nature are fused together." Every time you walk, you will discover something new, and you can feel the majesty of nature using all your five senses. It is truly a spot where adventure and art are fused together, and you will never stop being excited! I'm sure that you will be captivated by its unique charm when you visit!

#Spring0yenTrip The Kiyotsukyo Tunnel is a 750m long tourist tunnel that allows you to easily enjoy the scenery of Kiyotsukyo Gorge, one of Japan's three major canyons, located in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture. Attractions: * Fusion of art and nature: The tunnel is dotted with artworks called "Tunnel of Light" created by MAD Architects, led by Chinese architect Ma Yansong, and the fantastic space created by the grandeur of nature and modern art is attractive. * Three Observation Points: There are three observation points in the tunnel, each with a different view. You can feel the power of nature by looking at the columnar jointed rock surface up close and the clear waters of the Kiyotsu River. * Panorama Station (Water Mirror): The Panorama Station at the very back of the tunnel is a mirror-like space where the surrounding scenery is reflected in the water. Especially during the seasons of new greenery and autumn leaves, breathtakingly beautiful views unfold. * Fantastic lighting: The tunnel is lit up with lighting that changes color depending on the time of day, creating a mysterious atmosphere. * Comfortable in all weather: The attraction is that you can sightsee without worrying about the weather, even on rainy days. It is cool in the summer, and is comfortable like a natural air conditioner. * Barrier-free: The tunnel is paved, making it relatively easy to move around in a wheelchair or with a stroller. Access: * Car: * From Shiozawa Ishiuchi IC on the Kan'etsu Expressway, take National Route 353 for about 25 minutes. There are free parking lots (1st, 2nd, and 3rd parking lots). * Train and bus: * From Echigo Yuzawa Station on the JR Joetsu Shinkansen, take the Minami Echigo Tourist Bus bound for Kiyotsukyo Iriguchi for about 25 minutes, then walk for about 30 minutes from the bus stop. * From Echigo Tazawa Station on the JR Iiyama Line, take the bus for about 20 minutes, get off at the Kiyotsukyo Iriguchi bus stop, and walk for about 30 minutes. * Limited-time tour bus: The "Snow Country Heavy Snow Liner" direct round-trip tour bus may operate from Echigo Yuzawa Station (check operating schedule). Notes: * It takes about 30 minutes to walk from the bus stop to the tunnel entrance. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. * Please be careful of your step in winter due to snow accumulation. * Advance reservations may be required during busy periods such as Golden Week and Obon. Please check the official website. Kiyotsukyo Tunnel is a spectacular spot with a new sensation, where the beauty of nature and art come together. Be sure to visit and experience this fantastical world.

Kiyotsukyo Gorge is a scenic spot in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, and was designated a national park in 1949 (Showa 24). Due to its beauty, it is counted as one of the "Three Great Gorges of Japan" along with Kurobe Gorge in Kurobe City, Toyama Prefecture, and Osugidani in Taki County, Mie Prefecture. There are three lookout points along the 750-meter-long pedestrian-only tunnel "Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel". There is also a panorama station at the end, from which you can enjoy the beauty of the gorge. If you walk on the water, the surface will shake and the reflection will not be beautiful, so the trick is to wait a little after crossing! It is barrier-free, so wheelchairs are also possible. There was also a foot bath before going from the parking lot to the tunnel. It is also recommended to stretch your legs and go to Uonuma Village. #Kiyotsukyo #KiyotsukyoGorgeTunnel #Spring0YenTrip

There are three parking lots, but when it's busy, it can take several minutes just to get in. It's best to check the crowds in advance and avoid peak times! 💞Reason for recommendation: Fantastic and beautiful 💰Price per person: 800 yen

📍Kiyotsukyo Tunnel 2119-2 Koideki, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture 《Access》 From Shiozawa-Ishiuchi IC on the Kanetsu Expressway, take Route 353 Approximately 25 minutes by car Adults (high school students and above) 1,000 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students) 400 yen Preschoolers Free Free parking Normal business hours 8:30-17:00 Sunday, December 1, 2024 to Friday, February 28, 2025 9:00-16:00 ▶️Kiyotsukyo Gorge has become a popular spot on social media. A scenic spot in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, designated as a national park Along with Kurobe Gorge and Osugidani, it is counted as one of the "Three Great Gorges of Japan." The Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel is approximately 750 meters long. ▶️Proceed through the dimly lit tunnel. The tunnel is well paved and has a gentle incline. It has been turned into an artistic tunnel by artists, so it is enjoyable. There are several artistic spots at key points along the long tunnel to the scenic spot at the very back. ▶️The road from the parking lot to Kiyotsu Gorge was also beautiful with the autumn leaves of the mountains and the stream. ▶️The inside of the tunnel is like a shiny mirror, and the floor is a basin filled with stream water... The reflection of the valley scenery and the shadows of people are so beautiful. 💕💕💕 It was quite crowded that day, and everyone was posing in various ways. ▶️The expression changes with the seasons, and in spring and summer, the green leaves are strong and lively. In autumn, the red and orange leaves are beautiful, and in winter, it becomes a world like a sumi-e painting. #0 yen travel November #Niigata #Niigata sightseeing #Niigata trip #Girls trip #Photogenic spots #Kiyotsukyo Gorge #Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel #Autumn leaves

#DomesticTravelTrip Kiyotsukyo is one of the three great gorges in Japan, along with Kurobe Gorge (Toyama Prefecture) and Osugidani (Mie Prefecture). In April 1941, it was designated a national scenic spot and natural monument for its beautiful gorge and columnar jointed topography. In 2018, it was chosen as the location for the Echigo-Tsumari Art Festival. The entire tunnel was renovated as part of the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale 2018, designed by Chinese architectural firm MAD Architects. The tunnel is 750m long. There are three observation points as you walk through the tunnel of light, which is colored in five different colors. At the Panorama Station at the end of the tunnel, the "Water Basin Mirror," which reverses the view of the canyon with a water mirror, creates a fantastic art space. ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦ Spot information 📍In order to reduce congestion during the busy season, there will be no on-site tickets for entry during the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale, and only those who purchase a pre-booked ticket (date and time specified ticket) can enter the mine. Please check the website for details. #Girls' trip #Domestic travel #Solo trip #Tokamachi city #Niigata #Art Festival of the Earth #Kiyotsu Gorge

Kiyotsukyo Gorge is one of the three major gorges in Japan, located in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture. This is a super popular spot where you can see the impressive columnar joints and emerald green clear streams! The reason this place is so popular is that it is a space that combines art. The inside of the tunnel is lit up with colorful lights, and at the very back there is a space filled with water where you can enjoy reflections! You can take fantastic photos that can only be taken here. ◆Notes During the Triennale period, reservations are required in advance. Please check the official website in advance. ◆Access Bus from Echigo Yuzawa Station or Tokamachi Station 30 minutes walk from Kiyotsukyo Iriguchi bus stop There is also a parking lot, so you can visit by car 〒949-8433 Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture #0 yen travel autumn #photogenic spot #instagrammable place for instagram #triennale

If you take a photo in the tunnel, your reflection in the water will make for a fantastic photo. This tunnel [Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel] We had a lot of fun with the 1000 yen entrance fee 🚶♀️ I thought I would arrive at the tunnel photo spot right away, but I went through a long tunnel to get there, and there were some really nice photo spots along the way! The dome-like building in the 5th photo is actually a toilet 🚻 You don't have to worry if you need to go to the toilet on the way 😌 The sound of the river flowing next to the tunnel was also very beautiful and soothing. There was a free parking lot 🅿️ #0 yen travel autumn #Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel 🕰️ Business hours: 8:30-16:30 📍 Location: Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture 949-8433 💰 Price per person: 1000 yen (adult price)

Niigata is a city of gourmet food, but it's not just about food! There are also many scenic spots☝🏽 Here are three recommended spots! Photo 1: Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel During the autumn foliage season, you can see the autumn leaves peeking out of the tunnel🍁 It's fun to see the different designs of each tunnel! Photo 2: Hoshitoge Rice Terraces Famous for its sea of ​​clouds! I didn't see any on this day...🥹 But it's beautiful, like Machu Picchu! Photo 3: Naena Falls The impressive waterfall and the autumn leaves are very beautiful✨ You should definitely go there this fall! #0yentravelautumn #Japantravelmemories #Domestictravel #Niigata #Breathtakingviews

#NiigataTourism Kiyotsu Gorge offers beautiful scenery in any season. Come and see the columnar jointed rocks and the magnificent view that spreads out from the tunnel. There are many parking lots, and it's just a short walk from the parking lot! ! You have to walk a little inside the tunnel, but it's cool in the summer and warm in the winter, so it's easy to walk through! There are also exhibits with explanations, so you can enjoy learning while you go!

🍁 A spectacular view in autumn! The Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel wrapped in autumn leaves 🍁 The Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel in Niigata Prefecture is a spectacular spot that is covered in autumn leaves in the fall♡ In particular, the autumn leaves that color the valley and the art space inside the tunnel blend together to create a fantastic landscape🍂✨ The view from the panorama station overlooking the valley is spectacular, and the red and yellow autumn leaves that spread out before your eyes are unique to this season🫶 First of all, the mirror pond at the very back of the tunnel♡ The autumn leaves are reflected on the water, creating an extraordinary atmosphere📸🍁 It's surprisingly difficult to take photos when there are no people around🥺! Come experience the beauty of the Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel along with the autumn leaves💕 📍Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel, Niigata Location: Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture Opening hours: 8:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30) Ticket price: 1000 yen *Advance reservations are recommended❣️ Reservations may be filled up on holidays⚠️ #domestictraveltrip #niigata #autumnleaves #autumnleavesspots #niigatatourism #niigatatrip #japan #japantrip #japantravel

Kiyotsukyo Gorge is one of the three great gorges in Japan, along with Kurobe Gorge (Toyama Prefecture) and Osugidani (Mie Prefecture). The sheer cliffs that rise up on either side of the Kiyotsu River create a V-shaped canyon, and the majestic columnar jointed rock surface and the clear emerald green waters leave a deep impression on visitors. The Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel is 750m long, and takes 30-40 minutes round trip. Please note that reservations are required during peak seasons! #KiyotsukyoGorgeTunnel #NiigataTrip #DomesticTrip #FuriTabi Adults (high school students and above) 1,000 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students) 400 yen Preschoolers - Free

I definitely want to go to Niigata! I'll introduce 8 recommended local gourmet restaurants in Niigata with popular spots as thumbnails ✍🏻 (All photos are from July 2024) ▼ sᴘᴏᴛ 📷 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address | Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Hours | 8:30-17:00 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Sushiya Murasaki ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 6-11-9 Botanyama, Higashi-ku, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Hours: 11:00-14:00 / 17:00-21:00 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Roadside Station Niigata Furusato Mura ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 2307 Yamada, Nishi-ku, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Hours: 9:30-17:30 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Kojimaya (Joetsu branch) ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 3458 Tomioka, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Hours: 11:00-14:15 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Crepe House Hoshinoya ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 1-5-20 Jonai, Ojiya City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Hours: 9:00-18:00 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Sushi guesthouse Nagahamaso ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 1021-1 Osu, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Hours: 11:00-13:30 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ A small cafe where you can live with dogs ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 25 Sannomiya, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Hours: 9:00-19:00 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Fruit & Cafe Saito ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 667-1 Aoki, Niiho, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, 952-0102 🕰️ Hours: 11:00-16:00 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ Conveyor belt sushi restaurant Sado Benkei (Sado Main Branch) ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📍 Address: 833 Higashiodori, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️ Opening hours: 10:30-21:00 🏷️ Save this and use it as a reference for your next trip! ※ Please check the detailed store information yourself before visiting! ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ ✍🏻 ᴍᴇᴍᴏ ˊ˗ During peak season, Kiyotsukyo Tunnel requires advance ticket purchase! In 2024, the following dates are available for advance reservations: ◼︎Golden Week: April 27th - May 6th ◼︎Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from July 13th - November 10th ◼︎Weekdays from August 2nd, 13th - 16th, and October 21st - November 8th 🤳🏻 The start time for entering the mine has also been decided 👟 Don't forget to check! ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ #NiigataTourism #NiigataTrip #EarthArtFestival #SadoTourism #SadoTrip #Gourmet2024

📍Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel, NiigataKiyotsukyo Gorge is known as one of Japan's three major canyons along with Kurobe Gorge and Osugidani. The huge cliffs that rise up on either side of the river create a V-shaped canyon that is the pride of Japan, and it has been designated as a national scenic spot and natural monument!The 750-meter-long pedestrian-only tunnel, Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel, has three lookout points along the way, and a panorama station at the end where you can enjoy the beauty of the gorge. *The tunnel is well paved, so wheelchairs and strollers are also OK! You can also rent wheelchairs and strollers at the management office! It takes about 20 to 30 minutes to get to the "Panorama Station" at the very back 🚶♀️ From the first observation point, you can get a close-up look at the columnar jointed rock surface. The second observation point is a stylish space with a striped pattern 😎 The dome-shaped object in the middle is actually a toilet 🤣 There are two private rooms, one on each side, both unisex. The third observation point had spherical mirrors on the walls, creating a fantastic atmosphere! And the final point, the "Panorama Station," which was our goal, was a fantastic space with a "water basin mirror" that reflected the scenery of Kiyotsu Gorge ♡ The water from the stream is drawn into the water mirror, and you can walk to the end!! The water is shallow at the edge, so you can go there even with your shoes on 👞 You can enjoy different views depending on the season, such as fresh greenery in early May, autumn leaves in late October to early November, and snowy scenery in late December to early April 💛 Add excitement to your daily life: 🌙 📍 Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel 📮 2119-2 Koideki, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture 🚗 From Shiozawa-Ishiuchi IC on the Kanetsu Expressway, take National Route 353 for about 25 minutes by car 🅿️ Parking / Free (First parking lot 45 cars, Second parking lot 50 cars, Third parking lot 60 cars) 🕚March to November 8:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30) December to February 9:00 to 16:00 (last entry 15:30) 👛 Adults (high school students and above) 1000 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students) 400 yen Preschoolers Free #Tohoku tourism #Niigata #Niigata trip #Niigata tourism #Amazing views #Amazing view spots

After being renovated for the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale, the Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel has become a popular spot due to social media sharing. The view from the semicircle makes you want to conquer all seasons of spring, summer, fall, and winter. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🫧~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel 📍2119-2 Koide-Ki, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture Opening hours: 8:30-17:00 Price: 1,000 yen for adults, 400 yen for elementary and junior high school students ※If you bring a joint ticket for "Echigo-Tsumari 2023": 500 yen discount for adults, 50 yen discount for elementary and junior high school students (one-time only) ※Free for preschool children ※Free for holders of a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, or mental disability health and welfare certificate (presentation of certificate) 🚗It's easier to get there by car. 🚌There are buses available, so check it out. Get off at the "Kiyotsukyo Iriguchi Bus Stop" ☑︎Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel is 750m long ☑︎30-40 minutes round trip ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🫧~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ※This information is up-to-date, so please check it out before you go! Photo date: 2023/3. 2018/9 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🫧~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Right now! This moment! Enjoy the Maya trip to the fullest ✔︎A place I'm glad I went and experienced firsthand ✔︎I hope this will be helpful for your outings♫ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🫧~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Sakura2024 #NiigataTourism #NiigataTrip #KiyotsuGorgeTunnel #KiyotsuGorge #ArtTour #Tokamachi

The first stop was Kiyotsu Gorge, not far from Echigo-Yuzawa Station. Kiyotsu Gorge is a famous canyon that is ranked as one of the three major canyons in Japan along with Kurobe Gorge and Ōsugi Valley. In fact, I have known about this attraction for a long time and have always wanted to find an opportunity to visit it, but I could not find a decisive reason until I saw the beautiful scenery of the Qingjingang Tunnel on the Internet. Then I made up my mind to visit it. It was really difficult for me, haha. In addition to driving yourself to Kiyotsu Gorge, there are actually buses departing from Echigo Yuzawa Station. However, the nearest bus stop to Kiyotsu Gorge is about a 30-minute walk away, so it is recommended that you drive there. In addition, the Qingjin Gorge is not open to the public in winter, so don’t go there in winter! Kiyotsu Gorge Tornner Transportation: Public Transportation >> Take the express bus to Morimiya Nohara from JR Echigo Yuzawa Station, get off at Kiyotsukyo Entrance Station and walk for 30 minutes. Address: Koide, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture. Business hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Closed from mid-January to late March. Ticket price: 800 yen/person.