The Echigo Hillside National Government Park, located in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, is a soothing space surrounded by seasonal flowers and lush nature.

The National Echigo Hillside Park, located in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, is a healing space surrounded by seasonal flowers and rich nature. Tulips in spring, roses in summer, cosmos in autumn, and snowy scenery in winter - every time you visit, you'll see a different side to the park🌸❄️ The park has wooden playground equipment, a water play area, an observation deck, and an experiential museum, so you can relax while interacting with nature. I also recommend having a picnic on the vast lawn or taking a break at the cafe🍃☕ I visited on a solo trip, and just taking a deep breath in the quiet forest made my heart feel lighter. It's also perfect for a stroll with your partner. Admission is 450 yen for adults and free for children, so it's a great spot for "absolutely free trips." Please try Echigo Hillside Park for a trip surrounded by nature and the beauty of the seasons. [Access] 📍About 40 minutes by bus from JR Shinetsu Main Line "Nagaoka Station" 📍Car: About 10 minutes from Kanetsu Expressway "Nagaoka IC" 📍Address: 1950-1 Mitsumata, Miyamoto Higashikata-cho, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture 🕒Opening hours: 9:30-17:00 (varies depending on the season) 🎫Admission fee: 450 yen for adults / Free for junior high school students and younger / 210 yen for those 65 and older 🚗Parking: 320 yen for regular cars (about 1,000 spaces) Domestic travel #Couple travel #Solo travel #Absolutely free travel #Echigo Hillside Park #Niigata sightseeing #Seasonal flowers #Nature walk #Relaxing holiday