Culture Niigata Sakenojin 2026 Mar 7th - Mar 8th The Niigata Sakenojin has been held annually since 2004, and allows visitors to enjoy various different sake brews. The event also..
Activities Akeno Sunflower Festival 2026 Mid Jul - Mid Aug The annual Akeno Sunflower Festival is a highlight on the summer event calendar, offering the chance to enjoy fields upon fields..
Culture July Grand Sumo Tournament (Nagoya) 2026 Jul 12th - Jul 26th The Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament will feature a host of veterans and up-and-coming wrestlers at the Dolphins Arena in Nagoya.
Activities Takada Castle Sakura Festival 2026 Apr 3rd - Apr 19th Niigata's Takada Castle grounds are home to an annual sakura festival, where guests can enjoy over 2000 cherry trees in bloom...
Culture Niitsu Railway Museum Kim Bergström The Niitsu Railway Museum highlights the importance that rail transportation has had on this Niigata town. There are various exhibits..
Activities As Autumn Turns to Winter Kim Bergström The onset of winter in Niigata's snow country is fast and furious, but after the first snow of the year, many fall elements..
10 Accommodation Kozantei Ubuya Peter Lin Kozantei Ubuya is an excellent traditional Ryokan in Kawaguchiko. It offers excellent food, great views of Mt. Fuji and a relaxing..
Accommodation Slow House Villa, Tokinosumika Lynda Hogan Tokinosumika is an attractive resort for families. The accommodation isn't particularly fancy, but what they lack in bling,..