Hoshitoge Rice Terraces

Stunning!

Visited on an overcast August afternoon. I was a bit worried that the view wouldn’t measure up to the hype, but it took my breath away. There was a gorgeous twirl of fog in the distance, and the brill...

Rice Terraces in May

We went to this place in May 2018 and it was raining with no people around. The rice fields still filled with visible water and the plants just planted a few days before. Quiet and so beautiful, mist ...

My hometown

It is good. But if u see the rice terrace, you need to make a travel plan. I recommend to stay Shiba Toge Unkai hotel Matudai Tokamachi-shi Niigata Japan.

Impressive rice terraces

Great views down the rice terraces from the top of a mountain pass. Great photo opportunities throughout the season and stunning views both at the terraces and the journey to them. Worth a quick detou...

Beautiful look out spot in all seasons

It is a pretty drive up through Matsudai to get to Hoshi-toge rice terraces. There are a couple of recommended spots from which to take photos. Different seasons give you different shots with the gree...