400Xツーリング『雪残る榛名湖から奥日光を巡る』3月の北関東で見る白銀世界

400Xツーリング『雪残る榛名湖から奥日光を巡る』3月の北関東で見る白銀世界

Saitama Prefecture Kaikatsu CLUB Niiza Station Store I had some business to do and stayed in Saitama Prefecture. I’m going to go see the snowy scenery in northern Kanto. Proceed while being careful of icy roads. Departing from Niiza City, Saitama Prefecture Going north on Kanetsu Motor

First, head towards Lake Haruna on the mountain pass road on Prefectural Route 28. From Lake Haruna to Ikaho Onsen town and Mt. Akagi From National Route 122 to Tochigi Prefecture Stop at Lake Chuzenji and pass through Oku-Nikko Senjogahara To the unexplored lake Yunoko

On the way back, I passed through the city of Nikko. I will return to Ibaraki Prefecture on the public road. This is a route that runs through mountains covered in snow. Saitama Prefecture National Route 254 Niiza City Owada Time is fast and the sky is dark

I left early to give myself plenty of time. Saitama Prefecture Kanetsu Expressway Tokorozawa Toll Gate Enter the expressway from the Tokorozawa toll gate Kanetsu Expressway after a long time Head towards Niigata Saitama Prefecture Kanetsu Expressway Higashimatsuyama City the sky has become brighter It’s early, but the traffic will increase as it’s Saturday.

Saitama Prefecture Kanetsu Expressway Kamisato Town I entered Kamisato town Once you get to this point, the view opens up. Gunma Prefecture Kanetsu Expressway Komayose Smart IC Drive on public roads from Komayose I arrived at Yoshioka Town in Gunma Prefecture in about an hour from Saitama. Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 161 Shinto Village Arai

We will pass through the urban area of Shinto Village. Mt. Haruna can be seen in the distance. From here, we will enter the mountain pass road of Prefectural Route 28. Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 28 Takasaki City Minogo Town Enter Prefectural Route 28 and go up a steep slope.

There is snow left on the roadside Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 28 Takasaki City Minogo Town The road becomes narrower and continues uphill. Proceed with caution for oncoming vehicles Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 28 Takasaki City Minogo Town The amount of snow on the roadside has increased Roads are frozen in places

Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 28 Takasaki City Harunako Town Mt. Haruna came into view Aiming for the shore of Lake Haruna It is located at an altitude of 1100m, so the temperature is low. Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 33 Melody Line “Quiet Lakeside” pass the melody line

I can’t hear it when I’m riding my bike. Music was recorded on the GoPro. Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 28 Takasaki City Harunako Town The closer you get to Lake Haruna, the more snow there will be. Gunma Prefecture Haruna Park Parking Lot I’m going to see Lake Haruna

There is mud in some places due to melting snow. ice is floating on the water surface Lake Haruna is magical with snow remaining on the mountains. I was able to take a rare photo of snow and Mt. Haruna. Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 33 Harunako Town

0:05:27.120,0:05:31.130 It’s a beautiful straight road, so I took some photos. A collaboration between a beautiful straight road and snow Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 33 Kurokamiyama Shrine The signboard for Ikaho Onsen Town has appeared. To reach Ikaho Onsen Town, go down the mountain pass on Prefectural Route 33.

It is scary to go down roads that are at risk of freezing. Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 33 Shibukawa City It is partially frozen, so we will proceed while avoiding it. I will stop at an observation deck that looks like it has a good view. Gunma Prefecture Takane Observatory

This is an observation deck at an altitude of 1029m. You can overlook the Ikaho hot spring town The snowy mountains of Niigata Prefecture, such as Mt. Tanigawa, can be seen in the distance. Gunma Prefecture Prefectural Route 33 Ikaho Town I entered Ikaho Town

The scenery that can be seen from time to time is spectacular from the high altitude Gunma Prefecture Ikaho Town Altenade I went down the mountain pass and entered the Ikaho hot spring town. I’m going to go see the stone steps of Ikaho. Gunma Prefecture Ikaho Onsen Stone Step Street IKAHO Object

It is a famous photo spot in Ikaho. Ishidangai has a history of about 400 years. This is the main street of the hot spring town. A cute ♡ is a hidden signboard A historic stone staircase with 365 steps. Gunma Prefecture Ikaho Town Altenade Leaving the urban area of Ikaho Town

Aiming for the downtown area of Shibukawa City Ishihara, Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture I entered a narrow forest path Proceed carefully as there will be oncoming vehicles. Gunma Prefecture National Route 353 Kiryu City Niisato Town I entered Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture. From here, take National Route 122 towards Tochigi Prefecture.

Gunma Prefecture National Route 122 Midori City Higashimachi Ogiwara I entered National Route 122. It is an easy road with gentle winding. Gunma Prefecture National Route 122 Sawairi Tunnel After passing through Sawairi Tunnel, you will enter Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. Tochigi Prefecture National Route 122 Nikko City Copper Road

I entered Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Nikko City Hosoo Town Enter National Route 120 Mt. Nantai can be seen in the distance Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Second Irohazaka I entered the second Irohazaka slope. The second Irohazaka slope is for uphill only and is 9.5 km long.

There is a signboard on the curve of 20 characters from “i” to “ne” Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Second Irohazaka As the altitude rises, the amount of snow on the roadsides increases. Although there is snow, the road surface is dry and easy to drive on.

I’ve reached the Akechidaira Ropeway, so I’m going to take a break. Tochigi Prefecture Akechidaira Ropeway Parking Lot It is said to be the best observation point in Nikko. Mt. Nantai is nearby and impressive. Mt. Nantai is a precious snow-covered mountain that can only be seen at this time of year.

There’s still a lot of snow left Tochigi Prefecture Second Irohazaka Akechi First Tunnel I’m going through the tunnel Lake Chuzenji is just around the corner Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Nikko City Chugu Shrine The large torii gate at the entrance to Lake Chuzenji came into view. Head to the lake to take photos

Lake Chuzenji with remaining snow is very beautiful Stops at standard photo spots Tochigi Prefecture Prefectural Route 250 Nikko City Chugu Shrine The air is clear and it feels great The snow-covered mountains are a picturesque landscape. The blue sky and snow reflected on the lake are magical.

This is a winter photo of Lake Chuzenji that is worth seeing. To a spot where you can take photos with Mt. Nantai Tochigi Prefecture Utagahama Daiichi Parking Lot This parking lot offers a panoramic view of Lake Chuzenji and Mt. Nantai. You can take a photo with Mt. Nantai still covered with snow.

It is a spot where the autumn leaves are beautiful in autumn. Tochigi Prefecture Prefectural Route 250 Nikko City Chugu Shrine The road to the observatory of Mt. Hangetsu was frozen. It’s tough on a bike, so I’ll turn back. I plan to come again when it gets warmer.

Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Nikko City Maruyama From Lake Chuzenji, head towards Oku-Nikko. The road leading to Katashina Village, Gunma Prefecture is closed to traffic. I’ll go to the front of the road closure. Tochigi Prefecture Ryuzu no Chaya It’s 12 o’clock so I’ll have lunch.

This is a teahouse where you can eat while looking at the waterfall. I’m going to see the waterfall before dinner. This waterfall is counted as one of Nikko’s three famous waterfalls. It is characterized by flowing forcefully through a 10m wide step-like rocky area. I had pork bowl for lunch.

The aromatic grilled pork is juicy. Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Nikko City Chugu Shrine Have lunch and leave Proceed to the back of National Route 120 Senjogahara, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture The vast snow-covered field of Senjogahara You will fall in love with the beautiful scenery that looks like a silver world.

There is a quiet and mysterious atmosphere The unexplored Lake Yunoko is approaching The amount of snow on the roadside is increasing as we enter Oku-Nikko. Lakeside of Yuno, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture Tochigi Prefecture Nikko City Yunoko The frozen water surface and snow-covered mountains are very magical. The scenery is just like overseas.

Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Nikko City Chugu Shrine It’s a dead end beyond Lake Yunoko. go back the way you came Senjogahara, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture On the way back, I will pass through Senjogahara. The view is spectacular on the way there and back. Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Nikko City Chugu Shrine

I returned to Lake Chuzenji. From Lake Chuzenji to the city of Nikko Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Daiichi Irohazaka Descending Irohazaka to the city center of Nikko It is easy to drive because there are no oncoming cars and the road is wide. The descending Irohazaka continues

There is a signboard on the curve with 28 characters from “Na” to “N”. The view of the mountains from the descent is spectacular. Traffic safety guardian tengu-sama Tochigi Prefecture National Route 120 Nikko City Hosoo Town Passed Irohazaka I came down without freezing. Tochigi Prefecture National Route 122 Nikko City Honmachi

I came close to Nikko Toshogu Shrine There are many tourist shops flourishing around Toshogu Shrine. Tochigi Prefecture National Route 119 Nikko City Kamibachiishi Town This is the urban area around Tobu-Nikko Station. There are many good old buildings and many tourists. Tochigi Prefecture National Route 119 Nikko City Osawa Town

Passing through the city of Nikko I will return home by public road to Ibaraki Prefecture. Tochigi Prefecture Utsunomiya City Yanagita Town Tochigi Prefecture Prefectural Route 310 Moka City Sunagahara Bridge Mt. Tsukuba can be seen in the distance Ibaraki Prefecture National Route 294 Joso City I returned to Ibaraki Prefecture.

Approximately 400km touring after a long time I was able to feel refreshed by running through the snowy scenery. Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture Home I came back in the daylight. The silver world seen in northern Kanto in March Thank you for your viewing

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