[One-day trip] Leisurely Trip by bus! Tsunan/ Nakasato Course, Approaching the Nature of Echigo-Tsumari

We have prepared a one-day model course for those who use public transportation. This course includes a bus tour of Kiyotsukyo, one of the three major valleys in Japan, and Owarino Shopping Street, where many new artworks are being developed. After enjoying viewing artworks in the area in Nakasato and Tsunan, take the Onsen and experience the nature of Echigo-Tsumari.
*Public transportation schedules differ between weekdays and holidays (Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays), so please be sure to check the timetable. Below are the service hours on weekends and holidays.

Details

10:30 From Echigo Yuzawa Station
24 min.
Minami Echigo tourist Bus bound for Morimiyanohara
10:54 Arrive at Bus stop in front of Kiyotukyo
5 min.
10:59 The Art Festival's ideological transition and the artist's history
[New] Isobe Yukihisa Memorial Echigo-Tsumari Kiyotsu Soko Museum of Art [SoKo]
The elementary school was renovated and opened as a museum in 2015 to house and exhibit a group of works by Isobe Yukihisa. Please visit before going the Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel!
30 min.
11:50 Arrival at Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunne
Ma Yansong / MAD Architects "Tunnel of Light"
Depart for the Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel, one of the three most popular gorges in Japan, which has remained popular since its opening to the public. Inside the 750-meter-long tunnel, you can admire the fusion of the beauty of the gorge and art. The spectacular natural scenery, which changes with the seasons, is also a must-see! *Advance reservations are required during the ETAT period.
[Lunch] Nakamise Street in Kiyotsukyo
Enjoy the food of Echigo-Tsumari, such as oyaki and soba, on the Nakamise Street leading to the Kiyotsukyo Gorge Tunnel! Eating and drinking in the Owarino shopping street, which is the next stop, is also recommended.
30 min.
13:34 From Bus stop in front of Kiyotukyo
23 min.
Minami Echigo tourist Bus bound for Morimiyanohara
13:57 Arrive at in front of Tsunan Town Hall
[New] Owarino Shopping Street
Four artists will create works utilizing stores and vacant houses in the main street of Tsunan Town, Owarino Shopping Street. The artworks created in Owarino are made with cooperation of the local community.
17:32 From in front of Tsunan Town Hall
57 min.
Minami Echigo tourist Bus bound for Echigo-Yuzawa
18:25 Arrive at Echigo-Yuzawa Station
[Dinner] Enjoy the Onsen resort town of Echigo-Yuzawa
There are numerous one-day spa facilities near Echigo-Yuzawa Station. Enjoy a relaxing soak in a hot spring bath, and enjoy the townscape and food that can only be found in a hot spring resort!
5 min.
Echigo-Yuzawa Station
Notice

Minami Echigo tourist Bus bound for Morimiyanohara and Echigo Yuzawa Station▼Click here for timetable

Summary

Dates Saturday, 13 July, 2024-Sunday, 10 November*Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Origin / Destination Echigo Yuzawa station
Transportation Bus
Contact us for consultation on group tours or travel agency original plans.
Stay In Touch

Stay connected with the ETAT official social media to receive the latest news and event information, and the many seasonal faces of Echigo-Tsumari as well as new issue of the ETAT official media, “Art from the Land”.