What to do in Niigata Prefecture

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Mount Naeba (left) and Kaguragamine (right) seen from the East. Shot at Kagura Ski Resort.
Mount Iiji seen from the SSW.
Niigata City History Museum

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Single chair lifts in a ski resort and snowy peaks in a distant on a sunny day

Madarao Mountain Resort

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You'll enjoy the museums and ski areas in Madarao Mountain Resort. You might want to make time for a stop at Madarao Kogen Ski Resort or Tangram Ski Circus.

Madarao Mountain Resort
Bandai Bridge

Chuo Ward

Explore Furumachi-dori, Honcho-dori, and Ninjo-Yokocho Shopping Malls, or visit attractions like Niigata City History Museum and Hakusan Park. Convenient transport options include Jōetsu Shinkansen and Niigata City Loop Bus.

Chuo Ward
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Muikamachi

While Muikamachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Joetsu International Ski Area and Muikamachi Onsen.

Muikamachi
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Maiko

While there might not be top attractions in Maiko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maiko Snow Resort and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort.

Maiko
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Konan Ward

Though Konan Ward might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.

Konan Ward
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Nishi Ward

Located in central Niigata City, Nishi-ku offers picturesque views of the Sea of Japan and the Shinano River. Explore Niigata Furusato Village, and enjoy convenient transport options like the Echigo Line and Shinanogawa Water Shuttle.

Nishi Ward

 

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