Echigo Hills State Park | Hydrangea Stairs and Paths

2026July 2026JulyEchigo Hills National ParkNiigata Prefecturehydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
A photo of the hydrangea-lined stairs and path at the National Echigo Hills Park, with the hydrangeas in the foreground as the main subject

This photo was taken at the Echigo Hills State Park, focusing on the hydrangeas in the foreground while capturing the hydrangea-lined stairs and paths. It’s a shot that lets you experience the feeling of a leisurely stroll, capturing the scenery of the hydrangeas that color the park and the atmosphere of the path leading into the distance.

Date & TimeJuly 4, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
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LocationEchigo Hills National Park
Address1950-1 Mitsumata, Miyamoto Higashimachi, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture
Photography EquipmentGalaxy s21+
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