Echigo-Tsumari Art Field
大地の芸術祭の里The site of one of the world’s largest outdoor art festivals. Follow the artworks to explore the vast countryside, and encounter endless surprises and moving moments along the way.
The Echigo-Tsumari region of Niigata (covering Tokamachi City and the town of Tsunan) is the stage of the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennial, an outdoor art festival held once every three years. The area is named the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field, and even outside of the festival period, you’ll encounter all sorts of artworks showcasing the charm and culture of the region, which aim to attract visitors, create worldwide fame, and revitalize its rural communities.
Backed by the seasonal countryside scenery, these artworks are found scattered through the land, exhibited in unique galleries, and even arranged in abandoned schools and houses, all in all totaling over 200 pieces. Visit to uncover this one-of-a-kind blend of nature and art!
- Category
- History and Culture
General Information
| Address | 新潟県十日町市・津南町／越後妻有地域 |
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| Directions | From Tokyo: At Echigo-Yuzawa Station (Joetsu Shinkansen), take a train on the JR Joetsu Line for approx. 30 mins and get off at Tokamachi Station. Approx. 30-minute drive from the Muikamachi IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway. |
Contact
| Name | Echigo-Tsumari Art Field Information Center |
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| Telephone Number | 025-761-7767 |
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