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Koide International Snowball Fight 2025

Koide International Snowball Fight 2025

Mid Feb

The Koide International Snowball Fight is one of Japan's most unique festivals. Teams battle it out in groups of five to be..

Niigata 5 Free Entry
Yahiko Chrysanthemum Festival 2024

Yahiko Chrysanthemum Festival 2024

Early - Late Nov

The Yahiko Chrysanthemum Festival is held on the grounds of the picturesque Yahiko Shrine. It is the largest chrysanthemum festival..

Niigata 4 Free Entry
Summer Sky Snow Festival 2024

Summer Sky Snow Festival 2024

Late Jul

Held near the summit of the Hakkaisan Ropeway, the Summer Sky Snow Festival includes a sledding slope made from winter's stored..

Niigata 3 Free Entry
Tokamachi Ajisai Park Hydrangea Festival 2024

Tokamachi Ajisai Park Hydrangea Festival 2024

Jul 1st - Jul 31st

During the month of July each year, the Tokamachi Ajisai Park is home to a hydrangea festival which celebrates the beauty of around..

Niigata Free Entry
Sado Gold Mine

Sado Gold Mine

Kenny King Hin Choi

At the Sado Gold Mine, you can learn the rich history of the mines, the mine workers and the mine's production until its closure..

Niigata 5
Tainai Sakura Festival 2025

Tainai Sakura Festival 2025

Early Apr

There are numerous sakura spots across Japan that are extremely well-known (and often crowded), but there are also plenty of hidden..

Niigata Free Entry
Views of Naeba Ski Resort 6

Views of Naeba Ski Resort

C. Rio

Taking a break from our usual snowboarding turf, my friend and I decided to check out Naeba Ski Resort. Just on the other side of..

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