Niigata Prefecture

Japan

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

A coastal area with clear blue waters, rocky cliffs, and turquoise boats docked near the shore.
Niigata
Known for Rivers, Hot springs and Culture
Niigata awaits: its culture, museums, aquarium, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata
  • Denka Big Swan Stadium
  • Bandai Bridge
Cherry blossoms, a crowd of people, and a cityscape with buildings in the background.
Yuzawa
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Hot springs
Experience the skiing, hot springs, and mountains in Yuzawa!

Reasons to visit

  • Naeba Ski Resort
  • Kagura Ski Resort
  • Iwappara Ski Resort
A mountainous landscape with a lake surrounded by dense forests and autumn-colored foliage.
Myoko
Known for Skiing, Sunny and Ferries and boats
Explore Myoko: its skiing, sunny weather, mountain views, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Madarao Kogen Ski Resort
  • Akakura Onsen Ski Area
  • Akakan Ski Area
A snowy mountain slope with skiers and a clear blue sky.
Minamiuonuma
Known for Skiing, Festivals and Temples
Get away to Minamiuonuma! Enjoy the festivals, temples, and theme park.

Reasons to visit

  • Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
  • Maiko Snow Resort
A nighttime fireworks display over a cityscape.
Nagaoka
Known for Museums, Monuments and Historical
Nagaoka is calling! Discover its museums, monuments, aquarium, and more.
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, wildlife, and more!

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