Sakai River

Overview

The Sakai River is a second-class river flowing along the border between Toyama and Niigata prefectures, serving as the main stream of the Sakai River system. Rising from a source at an elevation of about 1,593 meters and running roughly 13 kilometers, it is a relatively compact river cherished as a natural boundary between the two prefectures. Its clear waters descending from steep mountains toward the Sea of Japan make for beautiful scenery.

Highlights

• ●A clear second-class river flowing along the Toyama-Niigata border
• ●Mountain scenery spreading from a source at about 1,593 meters
• ●Historical atmosphere carried by its old name 'Kannowatari'
• ●The natural presence of the main stream of the Sakai River system

History

The Sakai River is designated a second-class river and stands as the main stream of the Sakai River system. In earlier times it was known by the old name 'Kannowatari,' a name suggesting that this area has long served as a route for people and a marker of boundaries.

Map

36.9792, 137.6347 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Check maps and official information for accessible viewing points
2. 2Take in the clear waters and surrounding mountains near the prefectural border
3. 3Photograph the mountain landscape toward the river's source
4. 4Extend your trip to sightseeing in the nearby Toyama and Niigata areas

Did you know?

💡 The river's old name, 'Kannowatari,' evokes the image of 'a river the gods cross,' preserving a sense of mystery to this day.

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