Notable viewpoint · Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture

Mt. Daikoku

大黒山

Mt. Daikoku is a viewpoint in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture.

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Mt. Daikoku: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Mt. Daikoku

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Mt. Daikoku: tips

  • Go at sunrise or sunset for the best light; carry a warm layer.

How to reach Mt. Daikoku — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 36.77271, 138.72661. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

    Places to visit near Mt. Daikoku

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    All hill stations & viewpoints in Niigata Prefecture

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Mt. Daikoku?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Mt. Daikoku?

    Nearby: Mount Higashidate (viewpoint, 23 km), Mount Yakebitai (viewpoint, 23 km), Mount Tanigawa (viewpoint, 24 km), 草津熱帯圏 (sanctuary, 25 km), Kōsen Temple (temple, 26 km), Mount Shiga (viewpoint, 26 km).

    Is Mt. Daikoku worth visiting?

    Mt. Daikoku is listed as a notable viewpoint in Niigata Prefecture on Spotwander.