Niigata Prefecture Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by cherry blossoms on a clear day.
A traditional Japanese temple with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A river with cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese pagoda, and a clear blue sky.
A stone bridge over water with a city skyline in the background, including a red tower.
A traditional Japanese temple with a multi-tiered roof, wooden beams, and a stone courtyard.

Popular cities in Niigata Prefecture

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Niigata
Known for Rivers, Hot springs and Culture
Niigata awaits: its culture, museums, hot springs and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Denka Big Swan Stadium
  • Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata
  • Niigata Furusato Village
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A mountainous landscape with a valley and a distant city.
Yuzawa
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Hot springs
Experience the skiing, hot springs and parks in Yuzawa!

Reasons to visit

  • Naeba Ski Resort
  • Kagura Ski Resort
  • Iwappara Ski Resort
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A mountainous landscape with a lake surrounded by dense forests and autumn-colored foliage.
Myoko
Known for Skiing, Sunny and Ferries and boats
Ski fresh powder amid the pines and experience the varied terrain at one of Japan’s oldest ski areas, known for its heavy snowfall and steaming onsen.

Reasons to visit

  • Akakura Onsen
  • Ikenotaira Onsen
  • Madarao Kogen Ski Resort
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A serene landscape with cherry blossoms reflecting on a calm body of water, a traditional Japanese pagoda, and a hill with a small shrine.
Joetsu
Known for Flowers, Aquariums and Theme parks
Escape to Joetsu! Enjoy its aquarium, theme park and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Takada Castle
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A nighttime fireworks display over a cityscape.
Nagaoka
Known for Museums, Monuments and Historical
Nagaoka is calling! Discover its museums, monuments, culture and more.
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A stone pathway leading to a traditional building by the sea, surrounded by lush greenery and a large rock formation.
Sado
Known for Islands, Temples and Monuments
Explore tropical Sado: its island views, temples, zoo and more!
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