Shibata Castle Ruins Park

Shibata Castle Ruins Park, located in the heart of Shibata City, is a peaceful green space created for the community to relax and enjoy. The castle here was originally built during the Edo period by Mizoguchi Hidekatsu, the first lord of the Shibata Domain. Surrounded by trees and moats, the park offers a calm atmosphere that’s perfect for a stroll. In spring, it becomes a popular cherry blossom spot, drawing visitors from both near and far.

Tsukioka Onsen Area

Among the renowned hot springs in Niigata, Tsukioka Onsen is famous for its high sulfur content, known for its beautifying properties and dubbed "Beauty's Spring." The hot spring town is perfect for strolling, equipped with footbaths and shops. The surrounding area boasts attractions such as the radium-rich Gozu Onsen region, the Agano River known for boat rides and steam locomotives, and Shibata, a town retaining the charm of an Edo-period castle town.