Higashikanbara-gun

Muroya Cave

Hello there! I went to a historical place named Muroya Cave, which is located in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan 😀 The date of my visit was on December 25th, 2024. The weather was cloudy, and it had no wind. Its piles of snow show how cold it is outside. It was nothing but a normal day to me and was anything but Merry Christmas (big smile) Now, the sign in front of the cave says, “It is an indispensable site to get to know life in the Jōmon period.“

2024.12.29

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Mochikura Mine Ruins

Hi there! This time I went to Mochikura Mine Ruins located in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan 😀 I had avoided going out because the weather has been terrible for the last few weeks. The date of my visit was on December 25th, 2024. It was cloudy and freezing. Came here at this time of year on purpose because you have a higher chance of encountering a bear in spring, summer and autumn. Putting that aside, Mochikura Mine had operated from the Meiji period to the Shōwa period. In 2022, it was accredited as a Recommended Industrial Heritage by Japan Industrial Archaeology Society. Allegedly, the Office Ruins were built of slag bricks, and you can tell they glitter when you take a close look at them. I am going to let my intro end here and start sharing the pictures of the Office Ruins first.

2024.12.28

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Takigashira Marsh

Hi everyone! This time I visited Takigashira Marsh situated in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan 🙂 It was on November 3rd, 2024. Cloudy, windy and a bit chilly.This is one of the very rare man-made marshes in Japan, where it is inhabited by aquatic plants, hygrophytes, wild animals etc. Well then, first of all, I am going to share the signs I saw at the spot.

2024.11.08

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Nishiyama Nikkōji Temple

Hi everyone! This time I visited Nishiyama Nikkōji Temple located in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan 🙂 It was on November 3rd, 2024. Cloudy, windy and a bit chilly. The Wooden set of Kongō Rikishi Statues at its temple gate is registered as one of the cultural properties designated by Niigata prefecture. All right, so I am going to share with you the pictures of the temple gate first. Oh no, I forgot to take pictures of the statues inside the temple gate. You can barely see them, but hope you let bygones be bygones.

2024.11.07

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Jōmon Shimizu

Hello everyone! This time I went and saw Jōmon Shimizu, which is located in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan 🙂 The date of my visit was on November 3rd, 2024. Cloudy, windy and a bit chilly. It stands along National Route 459 and known as a spot for people to drink. There is no parking lot out there, but you can easily pull over to the roadside because it is spacious enough. On top of the clear water gushing out, there are antique and artistic objects of a rabbit, a snail, a squirrel and a bird surrounding a piece of Jōmon pottery. Well then, I am going to share the pictures of the water first.

2024.11.06

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Tsunogami Fudōdaki Waterfall

Hi everyone! This time I went to Tsunogami Fudōdaki Waterfall located in Kanose, Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata p...

2024.11.05

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Akasakiyama Forest Park Observation Deck etc

Hello there! This time I went to Akasakiyama Forest Park Observation Deck in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan, and enjoyed its magnificent view :D On my way home, I stopped by Kanose Dam/Kanose Power Station Viewpoint as well, so will share the pictures in order. It was on October 17th, 2024, sunny and the temperature was perfect for me. First off, here are the pictures of the forest park.

2024.10.19

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Kirinzan Park

Hello there! I drove to Kirinzan park located in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan :D It is at the base of the mountain and one of the splendid places, where about 100 cherry blossom trees bloom in spring. You get to enjoy not only the murmuring of Tokonami River streaming right next to the park, but also camping and barbequing while viewing the green and colored leaves of the mountain. The date of my visit was on October 17th, 2024. It was sunny and the temperature was comfortable. Without further ado, I am going to share with you all the pictures I have at once.

2024.10.19

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Yakushi Shimizu

Hello there! I went to Yakushi Shimizu located in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan. Yakushi means...

2024.10.19

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Nakanosawa Valley Forest Park

Hello there! I went to Nakanosawa Valley Forest Park located in Agamachi, Higashikanbara-gun, Niigata prefecture, Japan, relaxing there :D It was on October 17th, 2024, sunny and the temperature was just perfect. This is a general learning facility where they offer camping, experiential learning and so on. I know I do not have to separate my pictures this time, so I am going to share them all at once. I hope you feel the atmosphere of the spot (^^♪

2024.10.19

Higashikanbara-gunNiigata PrefectureParksValleys/Gorges