Culture Niigata Sakenojin 2025 Early - Mid Mar The Niigata Sakenojin has been held annually since 2004, and allows visitors to enjoy various different sake brews. The event also..
Activities Sagurigawa Dam Kim Niigata’s Sagurigawa Dam offers some spectacular views and a varied scenery depending on the season.
Activities Joetsu Aquarium Umigatari Kim Niigata is blessed with two world class aquariums - one in Niigata City, and another in Joetsu. The Joetsu Aquarium Umigatari sits..
Food Taibow Coffee and Gelato Kim Taibow Coffee and Gelato is located in the Niigata countryside, and offers delicious caffeine fixes, as well as a range of baked..
Food Kukai Bistro Kim If you're a meat-lover, Kukai Bistro in Minamiuonuma is worth a visit. Their menu has a focus on steaks and hamburgers, and..
Food IUJ Shokudo Kim Looking for a cheap lunch? The International University of Japan's shokudo, or cafeteria, is open not just to students but the..
Culture Echigo-Yuzawano no Omatsuri Gaurav Raja Dahal On August 6, I was invited to Echigo Yuzawa to attend a local festival on onsen street. As Yuzawa is famous and most busy during..
Culture Kanban Khawarano Omisey Gaurav Raja Dahal Attending Kanban Khawarano Omisey was an interesting experience. It was a real eye opener into the different crafts and activities..