Activities Uwasekigata Park Kim Bergström Niigata's Uwasekigata Park is a scenic spot which offers something to enjoy in any season. From the springtime sakura and rape..
Activities Yahiko Chrysanthemum Festival 2026 Nov 1st - Nov 24th The Yahiko Chrysanthemum Festival is held on the grounds of the picturesque Yahiko Shrine. It is the largest chrysanthemum festival..
Camping & Trekking 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..
Winter Sports Nunoba Ski Resort, Yuzawa Rufus Starbuck Nunoba Ski Resort in Yuzawa town is a small resort with only one lift and two runs. It was one of Yuzawa's first ski slopes.
Activities Tainai City Tulip Festival 2026 Mid Apr - Early May At the annual Tainai City Tulip Festival, around 800,000 tulips in 60 varieties are on display for visitors to enjoy. In addition,..
Activities Tainai Sakura Festival 2026 Mid - Late Apr There are numerous sakura spots across Japan that are extremely well-known (and often crowded), but there are also plenty of hidden..
Activities Uonuma Moss Phlox Festival 2026 Late Apr - Mid May The annual Uonuma Moss Phlox Festival takes place at Uonuma's Negoya Flower, Greenery, and Snow Village, and showcases around..
Water Sports Sasagawa Nagare Coastline Bryan Baier The many varieties of coastline that Japan has offer a different and often striking beauty. This is the case with the Sasagawa Nagare..