A complete guide to Niigata, Japan. There's always something for you!

🎈Niigata is located in the north-central part of Honshu Island, Japan. It is bordered by the Sea of Japan to the east and many mountains to the west, and is centrally located along the Sea of Japan coast.😎 🎈Natural attractions: 🎈Kiyotsu Gorge is located in Tokamachi City. The gorge's scenery changes with the seasons, and there is a "Tunnel of Light." Take an express bus from Echigo-Yuzawa Station for about 25 minutes, get off at the Kiyotsu Gorge Entrance Bus Stop, and walk for 30 minutes. Tickets are JPY 1,000 for adults and JPY 400 for children.😃 🎈Hoshitoge Rice Terraces are also located in Tokamachi City and are listed as one of the "100 Best Villages in Japan." In the early morning, you may see a sea of clouds, and the rice paddies filled with water are as beautiful as a "water mirror."😜 🎈Nishikaigan Park is close to the city and has a precious forest and is reputed to have the best white sand beach in Japan.😏 🎈Historical and cultural attractions: 🎈Bandai Bridge is one of the landmarks of Niigata, built in the early Showa era, and offers a view of the Shinano River and the cityscape.😎 🎈The Northern Culture Museum preserves and opens to the public the former mansion of the great landlord of Echigo, where you can enjoy a stroll through the garden, see the collection of successive generations of owners, and enjoy the different scenery of the four seasons.😃 🎈Yahiko Shrine is located at the foot of Mt. Yahiko, a quiet and spiritual place, famous for its beautiful torii gate and main hall. Take the cable car to the top of the mountain for a beautiful view.😜 🎈Food experiences: 🎈Teradomari Fish Market is located in Nagaoka City, where you can enjoy fresh seafood such as crabs and oysters and experience the lively atmosphere of the local market.😎 🎈Niigata Senbei Kingdom is an experiential rice cracker museum where you can buy handmade food and learn how to make rice crackers.😏 🎈Leisure and entertainment: 🎈GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort is conveniently located and spacious, making it ideal for ski enthusiasts.😎 🎈Naeba Ski Resort offers a variety of snow activities to meet the needs of skiers of different levels.😃 🎈Tsukioka Onsen is famous for its sulfur content, and the hot spring water is emerald green and mildly alkaline, with little irritation to the skin. The hot spring street has many shops and is full of Japanese charm.😜