Culture NIIGATA ULTRA SPARK 2026 Jun 13th - Jun 14th Niigata City is set to host its largest-ever citywide celebration this summer with the debut of NIIGATA ULTRA SPARK, a two-day event..
Culture Niigata Prefecture: Discover Japan’s Coastal Treasu... Tom Roseveare Niigata Prefecture, situated along Japan’s northwestern coast facing the Sea of Japan, is renowned for its stunning landscapes..
Culture Sado Island Galaxy Art Festival 2026-2027 Late Apr - Mid Mar Known for its pristine natural landscapes and longstanding traditions, Niigata's Sado Island is no slouch on the art scene,..
Festivals Tainai Hinamatsuri 2027 Early Feb - Early Apr One place to see Hina dolls in Niigata Prefecture is at the Tainai City Hinamatsuri, where Hina dolls that were once cherished in..
Culture Coffee and Snack Festival 2026 Jun 13th - Jun 14th Niigata Prefecture's coffee scene might not make international headlines, but it has been building into something impressi..
Culture Yahiko Shrine The Tahiko-Jinja, also called Iyahiko-Jinja, is a Shinto shrine in the village of Yahiko in the Nishikanbara District of Niigata Prefecture In the current..
Culture Tsunan Snow Carrot Digging Competition 2027 Late Mar The Tsunan specialty of snow carrots are sweet and almost fruit-like in taste, and they're celebrated at the Tsunan Snow Carrot..
Historical Visiting Yahiko Shrine Jasper Wilkins Visit this peaceful shrine and get to know the great culture in Yahiko village.