11 Enpuku-ji in Uonuma, Niigata Rufus Starbuck Enpuku-ji in Uonuma, Niigata - a beautiful moss-covered courtyard around an old temple that houses some national treasures.
Culture Okutadamigo Information Center Rufus Starbuck Okutadamigo Information Center - a treasure trove of ideas for things to do while in the beautiful countryside of Uonuma
Food Yuzawa Town in Niigata Prefecture JD Duquette A tour in the heart of the Snow Country. Sushi and chawanmushi making followed by a sake brewery visit. Of course, we taste everything!..
Activities Sado's Dramatic Sotokaifu Coastline Amber Mezbourian Explore the jagged cliffs and breathtaking views of Sado's dramatic Sotokaifu coastline, and find true solitude in the small..
Food Echigoya Jihei Soba Bryan Baier Echigoya Jihei Soba Niigata style soba noodles and soup for all seasons
Activities Echigo-Akiyamago Driving Route Rufus Starbuck Echigo-Akiyama Driving Route - breathtaking scenery along the Nakatsu River on the Niigata/Nagano border
Food Free Soba in Tokamachi, Niigata Rufus Starbuck Free Soba in Tokamachi, Niigata. The town is famous for its soba noodles and they have a Noodle Tour for visitors running until..
Yuzawa Naeba Alpine Ski World Cup Rufus Starbuck Sep 28, 2015 Yuzawa Naeba Alpine Ski World Cup February 12, 13 & 14 2016. Men's Slalom and Men's Giant Slalom events see the best ski..