Niigata - Japan

Niigata (新潟) is a Japanese prefecture that runs from the southwest to the northeast of the main island, Honshū. Because of its shape, Niigata Prefecture is very often called the "Little Island of Honshū". Niigata Prefecture is famous for its culinary culture. Famous for its rice, sake, fresh produce from the Sea of Japan... You are sure to find something to your taste!
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Oita - Oita Prefecture
Oita - 大分 - is located in the northeast of Kyushu Island in Beppu Bay. It is a pleasant town with a rich history and some tourist treasures in its beautiful volcanic area. Visiting Oita is also a great opportunity to relax, immerse yourself in the culture, discover the many hot springs in the city, with the occasional macaque monkey nearby, or sample some of the delicious local specialties !
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Sanjō - Niigata Prefecture
Sanjō - 三条 - is a city in Niigata Prefecture, on the island of Honshū, Japan. It is a fairly prosperous manufacturing town, with a metal processing industry that is more focused on blacksmithing. Even today, there are blacksmiths in the city who make many products such as nails, knives and even tableware. Even though it does not have the advantages of big cities like Tokyo, Sanjō is not short of new ideas to attract future tourists!
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Joetsu - Niigata Prefecture
Joetsu - 上越 - is a seaside town based in Niigata and is famous for its culinary specialities such as sake and rice. Takada Park is a beautiful site for viewing the country's cherry blossoms, and the remnants of the castle crowning Mount Kasuga bear witness to the fascinating history of Joetsu. The town has a castle called Takada, and during the cherry blossom season, the trees around the castle are magical when viewed at night. The town is also known for its soba festival !.
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Shibata - Niigata Prefecture
Shibata - 新発田 - is located in the northern part of the Echigo Plain, near the city of Niigata. During the Edo period, Shibata flourished as a castle town and still has a huge cultural heritage such as Shibata Castle and Ashigarunagaya. A city that offers various activities such as golf, skiing, relaxation in onsens,...
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Nagaoka - Niigata Prefecture
Nagaoka - 長岡 - is a city located in Niigata Prefecture, on the island of Honshū, Japan. This city is known for the fireworks festival, which is held as part of the Nagaoka Matsuri. These fireworks are considered one of the three great fireworks displays in Japan. The Nagaoka Fireworks Festival is definitely an event not to be missed by yourself, your family or your friends!
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Niigata - Niigata Prefecture
Niigata - 新潟 - is a city that has been established between lagoons and marshlands. Located at the mouth of the Shinano and Agano rivers, Niigata has become the largest port city on the Sea of Japan. With a history closely tied to water, it is renowned for rice farming and sake brewing. A port city with a strong character that guarantees a trip to the heart of traditional Japan !
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The Best Places to Visit in Niigata
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Niigata Prefecture
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What to Eat in Niigata: The Prefecture of Rice and Sake
Even if you haven’t heard of Niigata Prefecture before, there’s a good chance you’ve tried their produce if you’ve visited anywhere else in Japan. This region is famous for its outstanding strawberries, fantastic seafood, but most importantly its excellent rice. Before you rush off to catch the next train/plane/automobile there, let’s run through a list of must-try local delicacies to track down on your Niigata travels! #JapanByFood #Japan #Niigata #TravelJapan #JapaneseFood #JapaneseCulture
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Uwasekigata Park - Niigata
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Niigata Ski Resorts: The Best Resorts To Ski In Japan - Asia Undiscovered
Planning a ski trip to Japan? Click here to learn about these 6 awesome Niigata Ski Resorts! The best skiiing in Japan. #skiinjapan #japanskiing #japantravel 00
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Japan Winter Travel Guide; Hokuriku Region, Niigata Prefecture
Winter in Japan, do you want to what's like? In this guide, you can know about the details of the Hokuriku region (Toyama, Ishikawa, Fukui) and Niigata prefectures in the winter season. #Japan#traveltips#Guide#Winter#VisitJapan#Snow#Whattodo#Wheretogo#Hokuriku#Niigata#Toyama#Fukui#Ishikawa#Kanazawa