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Echigo-Kawaguchi Station (越後川口駅)

Flow of the course

About 60 min here

About 210 min to the next stop

Next stop: Take a short break at a community facility introducing local history

About this spot

This is the area around Echigo-Kawaguchi Station, served by the JR Joetsu Line and Iiyama Line. A peaceful townscape surrounded by mountains and rivers spreads out here, where you can enjoy a light meal or shopping at local eateries and shops. It is also close to the Uono River riverbank, tonight's fireworks venue, making it a convenient base for the day. Amid the simple, calm atmosphere typical of the Chuetsu region, you can start your trip at a relaxed pace.

Tips

There are not many shops in front of the station, so it is a good idea to pick up anything you need early on. The sunlight is strong in summer, so prepare a hat and something to drink. The riverbank venue is within walking distance.