Echigo-Yuzawa, Niigata

Echigo-Yuzawa in Niigata is a relaxing snow country resort where you can enjoy hot springs, nature, and gourmet food. Just about 1.5 hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen, this popular hot spring destination offers skiing and snowboarding in winter, and peaceful mountain hikes and streamside relaxation in summer. Above all, the hot springs, delicious rice, and local sake are the highlights! At the "Ponshukan" inside the station, you can even sample over 100 varieties of sake! 📍Access: Just steps from Echigo-Yuzawa Station on the Joetsu Shinkansen line.