Niigata Prefecture

Japan

Photo provided by Photo Courtesy of myokokogen.net / Myoko Tourist Office
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy of myokokogen.net / Myoko Tourist Office
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy of myokokogen.net / Myoko Tourist Office
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy of myokokogen.net / Myoko Tourist Office
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy of myokokogen.net / Myoko Tourist Office

Popular cities in Niigata Prefecture

Tired of visiting the same old spots in Japan and want to find a great off-the-beaten-path destination near Tokyo? 

Then head to Niigata and get the most out of this popular Japanese hotspot with this itinerary guide!

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

Reasons to visit

  • Toki Messe
Myoko featuring tranquil scenes, mountains and a lake or waterhole
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 Ski Area
Nagaoka fireworks festival
"San-jaku-dama"
Nagaoka
Known for Museums, Monuments and Historical
Nagaoka is calling! Discover its museums, monuments, oceanfront, and more.
Mountain Slopes
Yuzawa
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Hot springs
Experience the skiing, hot springs, and mountains in Yuzawa!
Sado
Sado
Known for Islands, Temples and Monuments
Explore tropical Sado: its island views, temples, culture, and more!
Joetsu
Joetsu
Known for Flowers, Aquariums and Theme parks
Escape to Joetsu! Enjoy its aquarium, theme park, and beaches.