Tourist Attractions
Discover Takayanagi
Nestled in the nurturing embrace of nature, Jonnobi Village lies at the center of a tranquil rural landscape that delights both locals and visitors with its breathtaking beauty. Takayanagi is a hidden treasure, where the mountains envelop you in a refreshing atmosphere of peace.
Mt. Kurohime
Mount Kurohime is one of the The Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu.
The Kurohime Plateau is crisscrossed with well-maintained trails, leading hikers through diverse seasonal landscapes. For a day-hike to the summit of Mount Kurohime, you’ll encounter the “”Nashinokida Terraced Rice Fields,”” recognized as one of Japan’s 100 Best Terraced Rice Fields, and the trail takes just approximately one hour to finish, making it an ideal option for casual hiking visitors to Takayanagi.
Along the way, you’ll also discover a water source known as “”Onigoroshi-kiyomizu”” (Demon-Killer Spring) and a beautiful beech forest.
| Location | Takayanagi-machi, Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture |
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Teikanen Garden – National Places of Scenic Beauty
A Kyoto-style Japanese garden, cultivated through the unique climate of this snowy region and the devoted efforts of the local community, features dynamic stones, serene ponds, and lush moss thriving in tranquil silence. Teikanen has been designated as a national scenic beauty and is renowned as one of Japan’s finest moss gardens.
| Location | 593 Okanomachi, Takayanagi-machi, Takayanagi-machi, Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture |
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| Season | June through November |
| Hours | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Last admission is 30 minutes before the closing time. |
| Closed | Mondays * In the event that a National Holiday falls on a Monday, the Garden will be closed on the day immediately following the National Holiday. |
| Admission | High school students and above: 500 yen Elementary and middle school students: 250 yen |
| Contact Number | +81-257-41-2100 |
| Official Website (JP) | Teikan Garden |
Baku-Baku Bake
A charming bakery nestled in the mountains – a beloved spot for locals.
Their delicious bread crafted with homemade yeast and locally sourced from Takayanagi ingredients, featuring wheat, pumpkin, potatoes, purple sweet potatoes, and mugwort.
| Location | 3673 Yamanaka, Takayanagi-machi, Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture |
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| Hours | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Closed as soon as sold out. |
| Closed | Mondays and Tuesdays * Open if a National Holiday falls on Monday. |
| Contact Number | +81-257-41-3032 |
Iseya
A confectionery shop that beautifully blends Japanese and Western treats, situated in the Okanomachi shopping district.
They offer a remarkable selection of sweets unique to Takayanagi, made with local ingredients such as sake lees from the nearby Ishizuka Sake Brewery.
| Location | 1741-2 Okanomachi, Takayanagi-machi, Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture |
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| Hours | 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM Open everyday (for the time being) |
| Contact Number | +81-257-41-2102 |
Oginoshima Kayabuki no Sato
“A delightful circular village, named Oginoshima Ring Village, is situated amidst picturesque rice fields and showcases traditional thatched-roof houses, rare in modern Japan.
Inspired by the vision of regional revitalization, the local community of Takayanagi town has renovated the accommodations and cafe, “”Hikari no Rakuya.”””
| Oginoshima, Takayanagi-machi, Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture | |
| Contact Number | +81-257-41-3252 |
| Official Facebook page (JP) | Official Facebook |