Niigata, Japan · Asia
Itoigawa sits on the route: 35 minutes from Koshi, 56km from Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.
Itoigawa is a town located in Niigata, Japan. With a population of 40,765, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Itoigawa sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Itoigawa to your route.
Itoigawa (糸魚川市, Itoigawa-shi) is a city located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 September 2024, the city had an estimated population of 38,224 living in 17,028 households, and a population density of 51 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 746.24 square kilometres (288.12 sq mi).
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Itoigawa is located in Niigata, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 37.0333 latitude, 137.8500 longitude.
Itoigawa has a population of approximately 40,765 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
Full driving guide for Japan2 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
A steep village of thirteen free communal bathhouses maintained by residents, plus an open hot-spring cooking pool where locals blanch vegetables. The Oyu bathhouse is a wooden temple-roofed landmark at the centre.
55 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A spectacular mountain traversal through the Japanese Alps using cable cars, buses, and ropeways past towering snow walls and dams.
56 km · about 65 min drive
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