Kiyotsu Gorge

4.0

In 1862, local people built a hot springs bath at Kiyotsu Gorge; in 1941, the Gorge was officially designated a Natural Monument, and in 1949 it was included as part of the newly-established Joshinetsu-Kogen National Park. It is well worth seeing, both for the beauty of the Gorge and for the spectacular columnar joint rock formations. Kiyotsu Gorge is beautiful at any time of year, but visitors should note that the tunnel that gives access to the Gorge is closed between mid-January and late March.

Spot details

Address: Nigata Pref. Tokamachishi Koide Map
Area: Yuzawa / Uonuma Area
Phone: 0257634800
Hours: [Keikoku Tunnel] 8:30-17:00 (Information desk closed 16:30)
Closed: Temporarily closed due to winter snowfall
Fees: [Valley Tunnel] [Adults (high school students and above)] 800yen[Elementary and junior high school students] 400yen[Pre-schoolers and notebook holders only] Free Adults 1,000yen per event
Parking Lot: Available(About155spaces)
※Free
Credit Card: Available(VISA, JCB, AMEX, Diners Club)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available (Free Wi-Fi)
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Articles about this spot

Review

Great if You’re an Owl

Reviewed : 2022.11.27

Not very impressive unless you like walking in the dark. The public bus service from Echigo-Yuzawa station will get you to different drop off areas. One drop off is approximately 3 miles from the...
Must visit, a very nicely built tunnel and observation decks.

Reviewed : 2020.01.04

I think this is a must visit place to take some pictures with your family and your loved one. There is a tunnel and 4 observation decks which are built with human art and creativity. The view of...
Impressive with nice views and scenery

Reviewed : 2019.05.01

If you are in the area it is definitely worth a stop.You take a nice walk with some cute shops and can go into the tunnel that runs along the gorge. (600 YEN entrance fee). There are 4 viewing...