Culture Toki-no-mori Park on Sado Island Alena Eckelmann Toki-no-mori Park on Sado Island-Rare sight of the Japanese Crested Ibis
Activities Sakura and Murakami Castle Bryan Baier Ruins of a 16th century castle atop a sakura covered mountain 2km from Murakami Station
Activities Ikarashi Beach Bryan Baier Beaches run the length of Niigata City from just west of the Shinano River to the mouth of the Sekiya diversion channel. The westernmost..
Food Ueda no Sato Restaurant in Shiozawa Rufus Starbuck A family owned restaurant specializing in seasonal, traditional fare. They also let you get involved if you fancy trying your hand..
Area Sado Island Sado island has a great cultural history which you can encounter on almost every corner. You can experience natural beauty and its rich and evocative past. If you plan to come in the third week..
Beauty & Spa Echigo-Yuzawa Alena Eckelmann From Tokyo to the ski resort in less than 80 minutes-Echigo-Yuzawa is calling all snow enthusiasts in Tokyo!
Shopping Black Diamond Freeski Shop, Kagura Rufus Starbuck Black Diamond Freeski Pro-Shop at Mitsumata/Kagura. One of the best places in the area to buy/rent high-end ski equipment. They..