[E8] Hokuriku Expressway Ogata Smart IC
Notice of daytime closure of entrances and exits for In-bound lanes due to construction work

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April 12 2024
East Nippon Expressway Co., Ltd.
Niigata Regional Head Office

NEXCO EAST Niigata Regional Head Office (Chuo-ku, Niigata City) will be closing the entrances and exits at the Ogata Smart Interchange (hereinafter referred to as the "IC") on the E8 Hokuriku Expressway to carry out road marking work.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and we ask for your understanding and cooperation in allowing yourself plenty of time when heading out.

1. Closure locations, dates and times

Route E8 Hokuriku Expressway
Location Ogata Smart IC (In-bound) entrance and exit ramps
Date and time Date: 2024 12:00-15:00
Backup dates: May 14th (Tue) and 15th (Wed) 2024 12:00-15:00
Regulation content The entrance and exit for In-bound line are unavailable.
Construction content Road marking work
Detour National Route 8 For details, please refer to the attached document [PDF: 221KB].
  • Regulatory periods and times may change or be canceled depending on the weather.
Image of closed area

2. How to obtain traffic information

(1) Guidance by distribution / posting

  • Notice signs, posters and leaflets will be posted at toll booths and rest facilities nearby.

(2) Road traffic information that can be obtained before going out

(3) Road traffic information available while using the Expressway

  • Road information board
  • Highway radio (AM1620kHz)
    Highway radio sections are indicated by signs on the Expressway.
  • Highway information terminal
    We will inform you of road information in an easy-to-understand manner by the monitor screens installed in SA / PA.
  • VICS
    You can get road traffic information with VICS-compatible car navigation and other on-board devices.
  • Information is also distributed on the official X (formerly Twitter) account.
    "NEXCO EAST (Niigata)" (@e_nexco_niigata) Traffic information for Niigata Prefecture
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