Exploring the Spectacular Scenery of Echigo-Tsumari with a Geo-Guide
《Tour Highlights》
・Enjoy a lunch of rice grown in the Rice Fields at “Katakuri House” in the secluded Akiyamago area
・You can easily explore the art and nature even without a car.
・Guides from the art festival and the Naeba Mountain Foot Geopark will accompany you on the bus to provide detailed explanations of the majestic terrain. *A Geopark refers to an area of geoscientific significance managed according to principles of landscape conservation, education, and sustainable development; there are currently 46 certified Geoparks in Japan.
Approximately 400 people—including local residents and visitors from across the country—came together to complete this artwork, which was created to symbolize the “Tashiro no Nanatsugama” waterfall basin, a site designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty and a Natural Monument.
・The itinerary may be changed or canceled due to natural disasters or road conditions.
・Seats on the bus are assigned. If you are traveling with others who booked separately, please note this in the remarks section.
・For some artworks, you’ll need to walk a short distance after getting off the bus. Please wear comfortable shoes that are easy to put on and take off, and bring a hat and something to drink on hot days, as well as rain gear in case of rain.
・The arrival time at the final destination may vary. Please allow plenty of time for your return Shinkansen reservation.
Summary
| Dates | October 4, 2026 (Sun), November 3, 2026 (Tue, holiday) |
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| Admission | Tour Price: Adults 15,500 yen; elementary and junior high school students 12,000 yen; preschoolers 3,000 yen *Includes bus fare, lunch, guide fees, and admission to artworks (including the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field 2026 Common Ticket), plus consumption tax *Those with a Common Ticket will receive a discount equal to the ticket price |
| Deadline | 24:00, two days before the trip |
| Origin / Destination | Echigo-Yuzawa Station East Exit Bus Terminal |
| Transportation | Minami-Echigo Kotsu Bus |
| Capacity | 20 people (minimum number of participants: 10) |
| Host | Travel Planning and Operation: Registered with the Governor of Niigata Prefecture as a Travel Agency (Regional License No. 2-440) NPO Echigo-Tsumari Satoyama Collaborative Organization, 3743-1 Matsudai, Tokamachi city, Niigata Prefecture; Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) |
| Note |
・No tour guide will accompany the group. [Inquiries] |
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