Things to do in Niigata Prefecture
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Tours & day trips
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1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano
Private & custom tours
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Private Tokyo Tour guide Japanese disco, clubs. Dancing any where translate...
Winter activities
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Japan Snowboard Lesson at the place in 73 min from Tokyo w/ GoPro
What to do in Niigata Prefecture
Popular places to visit
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Naeba Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Naeba Ski Resort. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
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Gala Yuzawa
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Gala Yuzawa. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.
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Toki Messe
Learn about the events happening in Toki Messe during your trip to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
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Kagura Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Kagura Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.
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Madarao Kogen Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Madarao Mountain Resort with a visit to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
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Akakura Onsen Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Myoko with a visit to Akakura Onsen Ski Area. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
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Iwappara Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Iwappara Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
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Akakan Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Myoko with a visit to Akakan Ski Area. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Minamiuonuma with a visit to Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.
Areas of Niigata Prefecture
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Chuo Ward
If you're spending some time in Chuo Ward, Toyanogata Park and Denka Big Swan Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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Madarao Mountain Resort
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.
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Maiko
While Maiko isn't home to many top sights, Maiko Snow Resort and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Nishi Ward
While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Furusato Village and Herb Land Season.
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Muikamachi
While Muikamachi may 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 Joetsu Kokusai Playland.
Nishikan Ward
If you're spending some time in Nishikan Ward, Cave D'occi Winery and Uwasekigata Park are top sights worth seeing.