Yahiko Park (Momiji Valley)

Yahiko Park (Momiji Valley) is a park located in Yahiko Village, Nishikanbara District, Niigata Prefecture, with a vast area of about 40,000 tsubo where you can enjoy beautiful autumn foliage. In particular, Momiji Valley has a vermilion-painted Kangetsu Bridge and maple trees, and the fantastic scenery is illuminated at night. During the season, it is lit up at night, so many people come to see it. The best time to see the autumn foliage in Yahiko Park is from late October to mid-November, and the night illumination is scheduled from 18:00 to 21:00 until after the peak season. Yahiko Park, where you can enjoy beautiful autumn foliage and a fantastic night view, is a must-see spot for tourists.

Yahiko Park is a park where you can experience the charm of Japan, with features such as waterfalls, streams, and tunnels. The vast park covers an area of about 40,000 square meters and is home to many plants, including Japanese maple trees that are 150 to 200 years old, mountain cherry blossoms, and azaleas. The park is also known for having the largest Iroha maple tree in the Hokuriku region. In the maple valley within the park, you can see wildflowers such as dogtooth violet, yellow trout lily, primrose, and Viola eizanensis, as well as skunk cabbage, which bloom earlier than cherry blossoms. In spring, the cherry blossoms are also illuminated. Yahiko Park is recommended for nature lovers and those who love taking photos that capture the beauty of Japan's four seasons.

Around Yahiko Park, there are parks with play equipment such as roller slides and combination play equipment that children will love, as well as parks with splash pools for water play. When going out with your family, you can enjoy not only Yahiko Park but also the surrounding play equipment and water play spots. In addition, the Yahiko Village Hall Tourism and Commerce Division provides tourist information and event information, so be sure to check out the event information that your family can enjoy.

There are hiking courses on Mt. Yahiko, and a trekking map is also available. There is a recommended mountain ranking for beginners, so even novice climbers can enjoy themselves with peace of mind. In addition, there is a wealth of gourmet and restaurant information around Yahiko Park, making it perfect for meals and breaks after climbing.

For those who move to Yahiko Village and build a new home or purchase a used home within two years, and have the intention of settling in Yahiko Village for the next five years, there is a system in place to partially subsidize the purchase cost. Yahiko Village, with its rich natural environment and residency incentive program, is an attractive village to settle in. If you're considering moving, be sure to check it out.