上じょう越えつ

noun

Joetsu region; Japan Sea side area including Niigata

Refers to the geographical area on the Japan Sea side of Japan, historically encompassing the old provinces of Echigo and Etchū, and now commonly associated with Niigata Prefecture and surrounding areas.

• 上じょう越えつ地ち方ほうは冬ふゆに雪ゆきが多おおいことで知しられている。

  The Joetsu region is known for heavy snow in winter.