Sakadoyama, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture
Rating
Cost per person
Free
Explore Mt. Sakado, a historic mountain castle site in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture. Once home to the Ueda Nagao clan during the Warring States period, the mountain offers remnants of fortifications like baileys, stone walls, and moats. In spring, enjoy vast fields of dogtooth violets. Hike the trails from Sakado Castle ruins to the summit for panoramic views of the Uonuma Basin and surrounding mountains. Access is a 20-minute walk from JR Muikamachi Station or a 10-minute drive from Muikamachi IC. Admission is free, with parking available for both regular and large vehicles.
Parking: Available for standard cars; Available for large vehicles