Echigo Hills State Park | Beautiful Hydrangea Stairs

2026July 2026JulyEchigo Hills National ParkNiigata Prefecturehydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
A photo taken at the State-run Echigo Hills Park, capturing the beautiful hydrangea-lined staircase at just the right angle

This photo was taken at the Echigo Hills State Park, capturing the beautiful hydrangea-lined staircase from just the right angle. The lines of the staircase and the arrangement of the hydrangeas blend beautifully, creating a well-balanced image that allows you to fully appreciate the hydrangea scenery at Echigo Hills State Park.

Date & TimeJuly 4, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationEchigo Hills National Park
Address1950-1 Mitsumata, Miyamoto Higashimachi, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/500s
ISO200
Shooting route on the same dayNiigata’s Principal Shrine: Hakusan Shrine →directional marker or indicatorYorii Beach (Niigata) →directional marker or indicatorWithin Niigata Prefecture →directional marker or indicatorFukushima Lake →directional marker or indicatorNiigata Prefectural Botanical Garden →directional marker or indicatorEchigo Hills National Park →directional marker or indicatorHydrangea Park (Tokamachi City)

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