Category Tohoku

Bandai-Azuma lake line

Route Overview The Bandai-Azuma Lake Line is a scenic 13.1 km mountain road that runs between Kitashiobara Village and Inawashiro Town in Fukushima Prefecture. It is one of the “Bandai Three Lines,” along with the Bandai-Azuma Skyline and Bandai-Azuma Gold…

Bandai-san Gold Line

Route Overview The Bandai Azuma Gold Line is a scenic 17.6 km mountain road that runs between Inawashiro Town and Bandai Town in Fukushima Prefecture. It winds along the western slopes of Mt. Bandai, offering breathtaking views of lush beech…

Bandai-Azuma Skyline

The Bandai-Azuma Skyline is a scenic mountain road in Fukushima Prefecture, stretching about 29 km from Takayu Onsen to Jododaira. Reaching an elevation of 1,622 meters, it’s selected as one of the Top 100 Roads in Japan. This dramatic route…

Nishi-Azuma Sky Valley

Route Overview Nishi-Azuma Sky Valley is a scenic mountain road connecting Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture and Kitashiobara Village in Fukushima Prefecture. The total length is about 17.8 km, reaching over 1,400 meters in elevation. The road runs through Bandai-Asahi…

Yahiko Mountain Skyline

Route Overview The Yahiko Skyline is a scenic mountain road in Niigata Prefecture, stretching about 13.7 km and connecting Yahiko Village with the Teradomari coastal area. It climbs up Mount Yahiko (634 meters above sea level), offering panoramic views of…

Sasagawa Nagare

Route Overview Sasagawa Nagare is a scenic 11 km stretch of coastal road located in Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture. It’s part of National Route 345 and offers stunning views of the Sea of Japan, with dramatic rock formations and clear…

Osado Skyline

Route Overview The Ōsado Skyline is a scenic mountain drive crossing Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, stretching about 30 km between Ryōtsu and Aikawa. Running along ridgelines around 900 meters high, it offers breathtaking views of the Sea of Japan,…

Uonuma Skyline

Route Overview The Uonuma Skyline is a scenic mountain road stretching about 19 km through Niigata Prefecture, connecting Minamiuonuma City and Tokamachi City. It is part of Niigata Prefectural Route 560. Running along a ridge at around 700–800 meters in…

Okutadami Silver Line

Route Overview The Okutadami Silver Line is a 22 km mountain road in Niigata Prefecture, connecting the city of Uonuma to the Okutadami Dam. Originally built for dam construction, it is now open to the public and is part of…

Okutadami Jukai Line

The Okutadami Jukai Line is a scenic mountain road that connects Uonuma City in Niigata Prefecture to Hinoemata Village in Fukushima Prefecture. It is part of National Route 352 and stretches for about 60 km. The route offers spectacular views…