10 TOP Things to Do in Niigata Prefecture January 2026

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What to do in Niigata Prefecture

Popular places to visit

Naeba Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Naeba Ski Resort. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.

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Madarao Kogen Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Madarao Mountain Resort with a visit to Madarao Kogen Ski Resort. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Kagura Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Kagura Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

One of my favourite spots to ski in Japan. Close to Nagano with good public transport connections. Put it on your bucket list, I’ve ticked it off mine.

Akakura Onsen Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Myoko with a visit to Akakura Onsen Ski Area. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Iwappara Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Iwappara Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Akakan Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Myoko with a visit to Akakan Ski Area. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Yuzawa Nakazato Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Yuzawa Nakazato Ski Resort. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Kandatsu Kogen Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Yuzawa with a visit to Kandatsu Kogen Ski Resort. Discover the area's festivals and temples.

Maiko Snow Resort

Hit the slopes in Minamiuonuma with a visit to Maiko Snow Resort. Make time to visit the temples and spas while you're in the area.

Explore areas of Niigata Prefecture

Madarao Mountain Resort

You'll enjoy the museums and ski areas in Madarao Mountain Resort. You might want to make time for a stop at Madarao Kogen Ski Resort or Tangram Ski Circus.

Chuo Ward

If you're spending some time in Chuo Ward, Toyanogata Park and Denka Big Swan Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Maiko

While Maiko isn't home to many top sights, Maiko Snow Resort and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.

Muikamachi

While Muikamachi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Joetsu International Ski Area and Muikamachi Onsen.

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Nishi Ward

While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Furusato Village and Herb Land Season.

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Konan Ward

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Konan Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.