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12/10/2023

YAHIKO PARK
Yahiko Park is situated a short walk from JR Yahiko Station and was established in 1918. The park is a popular spot in every season and for its festivals. In the autumn season, Yahiko Park covers a vast area of approximately 130 thousand square meters with colorful autumn leaves. The park features a waterfall, a stream, and a stone arch pedestrian tunnel, which represents Japanese charm. The Vermilion Kangetsukyo Bridge against the During the day, one can enjoy the different colors of autumn leaves, from yellow to red to orange, and in the evening, the park is lit up, enabling visitors to watch the autumn foliage.

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28/09/2023

Shukunegi, Sado Island
Known to be home to Sengokubune, or merchant ship and ship builders, during the 17th century, Shukunegi is a village located on the coast of Ogi in Sado Island, Niigata Prefecture. Shukunegi was developed as a port for Kitamae Ships, which was for shipping and trading purposes across Japan. Shukunegi today is a cluster of more than 100 houses built of boat planks in narrow alleys.While walking across the village, you will also come across a house that has been designed in the shape of a boat. There is a canal that crosses the village, the Sankakuya house, the post office, which was established in 1921, the Shoukoji temple, and the Kanekoya residence as well. The entire area looks more like a museum and has been declared a National Important Preservation Area for Traditional Buildings and Architecture.

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21/09/2023

Niigata City Museum of History "Minatopia"
Located in Chuo Ward, Niigata City, the Niigata City Museum of History Minatopia reflects the history and folk culture of Niigata. The main building located at the banks of Shinano River has a western style architecture which was built between 19th and 20th century. The museum premises also includes the Former Niigata Customs House building built in Meiji period, shipping landings, and a bonded warehouse, a National Treasure, and the Former Daishi Bank Sumiyoshi-cho Branch, creating an atmosphere that closely resembles the port when it first opened. The museum also has a theatre, and a permanent exhibit incorporating the theme “Regional Waters and the Paths of Residents”. There are also hands-on programs for both children and adults. Minatopia is located near Rekishi Hakubutsukan-mae bus stop, accessible by the Niigata Kotsu Bus bound for Irifune Eigyosho via Showa Ohashi, or the Niigata City Loop Bus bound for Toki Messe, both departing from JR Niigata Station.
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19/09/2023

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31/08/2023

NIIGATA SOH- ODORI
Niigata Soh Odori, a traditional dance festival in Niigata City, founded in 2001 by young people who wish for a bright future. This is one condition for participation: "Dancing with all the heart". Every year, this festival takes place over three days in mid-September.
More than 200 organizations throughout Japan participate to perform various genres of dances like hip hop, jazz, yosakoi (dance originating in Kochi Prefecture), chia, folk dance, flamenco, salsa, creative dance, etc. The highlight of this dance festival has also recreated a 300-year-old Niigata dance form, Geta (Japanese wooden clogs) Soh Odori.
Let's be part of this festival and create a new legend together. The festival will be held from September 16th to 18th this year.
The land of Niigata is waiting for you. Experience Soh Odori in Niigata City!
Link - https://www.soh-odori.net/

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18/08/2023

SASAGAWA NAGARE
Sasagawa Nagare (which translates to Sasagawa Flow) is an 11-kilometre stretch of coastline that directly faces the Sea of Japan in Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture.
The coastline was designated a Place of Scenic Beauty and a Natural Monument in 1927 and has also been selected as one of the 100 Landscapes of Japan.
The coastline is jagged by rock formations jutting out of the sea along the shoreline, which have been formed over the years by soil and sea wave erosion. Some of them are even named for their unique shapes: look out for Megane-iwa (the spectacles rock) and Kyoryu-iwa (the dinosaur rock), which are said to resemble a pair of spectacles and a dinosaur, respectively!
A sightseeing boat operates for about 40 minutes, allowing visitors to enjoy the charm of the scenic coastline and the strange rock formations. One can also feed the seagulls on the cruise.

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06/08/2023

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04/08/2023

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11/07/2023

The Murakami Taisai Grand Festival has continued since 1633 as an important national intangible folk cultural property. The lord of Murakami moved shrine from the middle of Gakyuzan Mountain to Haguro-machi, Murakami City in order to avoid looking down on the shrine from above because it was awe-inspiring. The townspeople loaded taiko drums onto large carts and paraded them around the town to celebrate the relocation of the shrine. That is believed to be the origin of Murakami Taisai, and has been handed down over many generations as an annual festival of Senami Haguro Shrine.
In Murakami, the festival is also related to travelling Shinto Ritual in which the spirit is dedicated to three mikoshi and 14 horses and a procession of children lead the way through the town and the 19 floats known as "Oshagiri" follow the masterpiece.
Some of these Oshagiri are said to be over 200 years old. The gorgeous and gorgeous construction, a masterpiece of carving and lacquer techniques created by Murakami's craftsmen who competed with each other in skill, are a sight to behold. When night falls, the Oshagiri are illuminated with lanterns and are paraded through the town accompanied by lively traditional music. This spectacular festival attracts not only local residents but also a lot of visitors from outside the region. The festival is held on 6th and 7th July every year.

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29/06/2023

NISHIKIGOI NO SATO
Nishikigoi no Sato is the only colored carp exhibition facility in the world. Nishikigoi (colored carp) is said to have begun in Niigata Prefecture in the first half of the 19th century, when a mutation produced a colored "oddity" among originally edible carp.
Subsequent research and improvement led to a variety of varieties. Because of its wide variety and high quality, it is now considered a "swimming gem" of an appreciating fish. Nishikigoi have even attracted attention from overseas, and it is said that each Nishikigoi has a different color and pattern, and no two are the same.
At Nishikigoi no Sato, there is a Japanese garden and an indoor viewing pond where visitors can admire more than 300 colored carp of about 20 varieties swimming gracefully up close. There is also a section where visitors can learn about the history and varieties.
Along with the tour of Nishikigoi no Sato, the guests can enjoy the Hegi Soba set meal or Uonuma Koshihikari brand rice set meal along with tasty local sake. This place also offers the opportunity to weave traditional textiles like Ojiya Chijimi textiles.
Nishikigoi no Sato is located in the center of Ojiya City and is five minutes away from the Ojiya Interchange on the Kanetsu Expressway.

Weblink - https://www.nishikigoinosato.jp/eng/index.html
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22/06/2023

Two Lover’s Point in Niigata
The scenic coastal scenery of Niigata is also popular amongst lovers. The "Two Lover’s Point" or "the Lover Cape" is a heart-stirring attraction in Kashiwazaki City. This place allows partners to write messages on a heart-shaped plate, which is then hung close to the fence. The couples can also place a mini padlock on the fence.
The cliff offers magnificent views of the Sea of Japan and also panoramic views of the spiritual mountain "Yoneyama" and "Yoneyama Bridge" and Sado Island, on sunny days, with seagulls soaring in the blue skies.

Weblink - https://www.koibitomisaki-niigata.jp/

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15/06/2023

HARD OFF ECO Stadium Niigata, or Niigata Prefectural Baseball Stadium in Niigata, opened in 2009. It is one of the top-class Asian baseball venues by capacity. With its playing field measuring 100m (328 ft.) by 122m (400 ft.) this stadium also provides seating for about 30,000 fans. The stadium is also home to the Niigata Albirex Baseball Club. It is about 25 minutes by car from Niigata Airport and about 15 minutes from JR Niigata Station.
The stadium has lighting that can be adjusted to low, medium, or high to suit all lighting needs, including the latest in long-pile artificial turf with the soft, natural feel of real grass. It has two indoor practice rooms with about 1000 m2 of space and is also accessible. The infield seats can accommodate about 20000 fans, and the outfield seats can accommodate about 10000 fans.

Weblink - https://www.hardoff-eco-stadium.jp/en/

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08/06/2023

TOBISHIMA LIQUORICE, SADO ISLAND
Sado Island is in the western part of Niigata Prefecture and is one of the largest remote islands. Unlike cherry blossoms, tulips, and wisteria, there is another popular flower that is famous in Niigata. It is known as the Liquorice Flower or Tobishima Kanzou. Tobishima liquorice is a perennial plant of the Liliaceae family, and a rare flower that blooms only on Sado Island in Niigata and Tobishima Island in Yamagata. On Sado Island, the flower is known as "Yorame," meaning fish with eggs. On Sado Island, there is a saying that if the flower of Tobishima blooms, "the sea and the fish will come back to life". Tobishima flowers are carefully protected by the locals.
Tobishima liquorice blooms on the foot of Onogame Rock during the early summer, from late May to mid-June. There are about 500,000 plants that bloom one million liquorice plants during the season. It is a popular sightseeing spot on Sado Island. On the second Sunday of June, there will be a matsuri (festival) happening at Onogame, where there will be performances of Sado folk songs and traditional culture. In fact, Onogame Rock is a monolith with an altitude of 167m and is the best scenic spot on Sado Island, which was also selected as a two-star spot in the "Michelin Green Guide Japan".

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01/06/2023

SADO KISEN
Sado Steamship known as Sado Kisen, it is a shipping is a marine transportation company based in Sado Island, Niigata. Founded in 1913, the completed its 110th anniversary this year. Sado Island is a popular tourist destination that has a certified Sado Geopark, ruins of a gold mine, and is a registered World Heritage Site. There are 2 routes that connect the mainland to Sado Island: Niigata-Ryotsu and Naoetsu-Ogi (which operate from spring to autumn) and have 4 terminals: Niigata Port Terminal, Naoetsu Port Terminal, Ryotsu Port Terminal, Ogi Port Terminal.
Sado Kisen operates two types of vessels: car ferries and jet foils.Car ferry named Tokiwamaru, Okesamaru, and Koganemaru have capacities ranging from 584 to 1705 people and, in addition, have 1st class, 2nd class cabins, special cabins, and even suites on some ships, which are spacious and comparable to hotels.
There is a snack corner that offers light meals as well as drinks and snacks. Niigata-Ryotsu route car ferry takes 2 hours 30 minutes, Naoetsu-Ogi route, car ferry takes 2 hours 40 minutes.
There is a jetfoil named Ginga/Tsubasa/Suisei that has a capacity of 250 people and runs at a speed of 80 km/hr. The Jetfoil operating on the Niigata-Ryotsu route takes 1 hour 7 minutes.
If you are planning a trip to Niigata sooner or later, do consider exploring this route on the Sea of Japan!

Official Website: https://www.sadokisen.co.jp/en
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25/05/2023

Cherry Picking in Niigata
The cherry is very popular for its sweet and sour taste and is one of the most popular fruits in the Niigata region. Depending upon the variety and region, they can be eaten from mid-June to mid-July. There are different varieties like Sato Nishiki, Beni-Shuho, Nanyo, Gassan Nishiki, Beni-Sayaka, Beni-Yutaka, and Napoleon. One can enjoy the harvest and eat different varieties of cherries in a trial course. The farms where cherries can be picked are Shirone Grape Garden, Amano Cherry Picking Garden, Iwabuchi Shinkaen, Otani Farm, and Kubota Farm, etc.

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18/05/2023

THE SHIRONE GIANT KITE BATTLE
The Shirone Giant Kite Battle is a traditional festival with a 300-year history in Shirone, Minami-district, Niigata City. Kites are flown across the Nakanokuchi River, which flows through Minami-district, and tugs on each other's ropes to fight each other. The kites are 7 meters long and 5 meters wide, making them very powerful. 13 kite teams are divided into 13 groups and compete for the championship every year. The kite battle is held only five days a year; in 2023, it will be held from June 1 to 5. The Shirone Giant Kite Battle is a very valuable festival that takes place only in Minami-district, Niigata City. This year, the festival will be streamed live on YouTube, so please be sure to check it out!

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・Shirone Giant Kite Battle PR Video (English version)
https://www.shironekankou.jp/8169-2/

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13/05/2023

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11/05/2023

Sado Long Ride 210
The Sado Long Ride 210 is a representative cycling event that has more than 2000 participants. The cycling route has been designed in such a way that the riders can enjoy the clear blue sea and the pleasant, refreshing wind, along with the beautiful nature of Sado Island. There are five routes, ranging from beginner to advanced. The largest number of riders take part in Course A, which is the longest route at 210km and goes around the entire island of Sado. Riders cycle along this highly challenging up-and-down course while appreciating the stunning coastline views. Introducing the S Course, designed for highly seasoned cyclists this year, the event will be held on May 21, 2023.Where: Start and finish at Kawarada Elementary School, Sado City.Kawarada-Honmachi 279

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04/05/2023

UONUMA SHIBAZAKURA FESTIVAL, NIIGATA
The Shibazakura(moss phlox) Festival is being held at “Negoya Flower, Green and Snow Village” in Uonuma city.About 200000 moss phlox plants are planted here on the site, which is about 1 hectare. Every year, you can enjoy the Uonuma Shibazakura Festival between early May to mid-May. The admission fee to this park is 200 yen per person, which is actually a part of donations made that are used for maintaining the park. The Negoya Flower, Green and Snow Village is located approximately 5 minutes’ drive from the JR Echigo Horinouchi station.

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04/05/2023

UONUMA SHIBAZAKURA FESTIVAL, NIIGATA
The Shibazakura(moss phlox) Festival is being held at “Negoya Flower, Green and Snow Village” in Uonuma city. About 200000 moss phlox plants are planted here on the site, which is about 1 hectare. Every year, you can enjoy the Uonuma Shibazakura Festival between early May to mid-May. The admission fee to this park is 200 yen per person, which is actually a part of donations made that are used for maintaining the park. The Negoya Flower, Green and Snow Village is located approximately 5 minutes’ drive from the JR Echigo Horinouchi station.

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28/04/2023

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27/04/2023

TAINAI FLOWER PARK
Tainai Flower Park is a botanical garden located about 15 minutes’ drive from JR Nakajo Station. The park opens for the season between late April and early November. The park contains over 80,000 plants covering about 50 different varieties of flowers. The park also has a rock garden with alpine plants and an open lawn area where you can stroll and enjoy the view. Admission to the park is free, so please feel free to visit.Niigata Visitors & Convention Bureau
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20/04/2023

SORABUS – TOURIST OPEN TOP BUS IN NIIGATA
The SoraBus, which began operation in April 2019, is an open-top bus that tours Niigata's sightseeing spots. Based on the concept of "making you feel the breath of the city to the fullest", Sorabus offers a variety of seasonal tours, from short courses that visit the city's main attractions to those that take your time over the course of a day. The bus has 49 seats. The bus can also be chartered for gourmet trips and events like excursion tours.
If you're travelling alone or with friends, do hop on the Sorabus when in Niigata!
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13/04/2023

Furumachi Area, Niigata City
Furumachi is one of Japan’s famous Geigi(geisha) districts. With 200 years of history, the Niigata Furumachi Geigi are an important cultural legacy of Niigata as a port city. About 200 years ago, Niigata was flourishing as a major port-of-call and trade town on the Kitamaebune sea route. At that time, the Geigi district was formed, and Niigata’s Furumachi Geigi came to entertain guests with elegant performances. Geigi are both a vital part of Niigata’s traditional arts and the symbol of the Furumachi District, where atmospheric streets of traditional Ryotei restaurants serve fresh, seasonal cuisine together with Japan’s best rice and local saké.

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09/04/2023

To get the most out of your trip to Hiroshima, we recommend making a day excursion to Miyajima Island. You'll learn about the history and culture of this beautiful area while also having the chance to visit a shrine and walk by a set of torii gates.