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Kurobe City is located in the eastern part of Toyama Prefecture, Japan, in the hinterland of the Northern Alps, and is known for its magnificent mountain scenery and the famous Kurobe Reservoir (Kurobe Dam). As one of the core areas of the "Japanese Alps," it is a paradise for mountaineering, hiking, and hot springs enthusiasts, with natural wonders such as the Tateyama Mountain Range and the Kurobe Gorge. The Kurobe Dam, the tallest arch dam in Japan, is not only an important water conservancy project, but also a popular tourist attraction, and visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the reservoir from the Kurobe Climbing Gondola. From summer to fall, the city's alpine plants, red leaves, and snow-capped mountains are in full bloom, and in winter, the city is transformed into a ski resort. Kurobe City also attracts many tourists with the crystal clear Kurobe River and traditional hot spring villages, making it an ideal destination for experiencing Japan's pristine nature and outdoor sports.
Danba County is located in the eastern part of Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China, on the southeastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, and is the first city on the Dadu River. With an average altitude of about 2,000 meters, it attracts global travelers with its rich natural landscape and deep cultural heritage.
Danba is the core settlement area of the Jiajung Tibetan people, famous for "Danba beauty" and ancient towers. Existing ancient towers 562, history can be traced back to more than a thousand years, known as the "Oriental Pyramid". The Jieju Tibetan Village (selected as "China's Most Beautiful Countryside" in 2005) and the Zhonglu Tibetan Village show a unique fusion of Tibetan architectural art and farming civilization.
There are natural bonsai in Yak Valley, Murdoch Mountain (one of the four sacred mountains in Tibet), and ancient watchtower groups in Suopo. The four seasons are distinctive, with pear blossoms like snow in spring and colorful forests in autumn, which is known as "Photographer's Paradise".
The best time to visit is April-May (pear blossom season) and September-October (autumn color season). It takes about 6 hours to drive from Chengdu to Danba, where you can experience Tibetan lodging, watch potshuang dance, taste ghee tea and yak meat, and other special cultural programs.