Tokamachi Satoyama Walk: Gimyo & Kamo Rice Terraces Course
十日町里山ウォーキング 儀明・蒲生の棚田コース
The Gimyō and Gamō Terraced Rice Field Course in Tokamachi City is a 90‑minute guided tour that takes you through two of the region’s most iconic terraced landscapes.
Your journey begins at Gimyō’s terraced rice fields, renowned for their dreamlike spring scenery where mountain cherry blossoms ripple across the mirrored water surfaces. From here, you’ll stroll slowly through the satoyama village with a dedicated local guide, listening to stories of life in this heavy‑snow region and the wisdom that has shaped its traditions over generations.
The tour concludes at Gamō’s terraced fields, where sweeping views unfold against the majestic Echigo Sanzan mountains—a scene that changes its expression with every season, from lush summer greens to golden autumn rice and winter’s quiet white stillness.
With most of the route following paved paths, the tour is accessible and comfortable for visitors of all ages. As you walk, you’ll step beyond simple sightseeing and into the deeper layers of Japan’s rural heritage—experiencing a landscape that shifts gently through the seasons and offers moments of quiet renewal for the heart.
General Information
| Address | 新潟県十日町市松代／儀明 |
|---|---|
| Contact Name | HOME HOME NIIGATA |
| Telephone Number | 050−3553−4418 |
