10 TOP Things to Do in Niigata Prefecture June 2026

Takada castle in spring with cherry blossam in Niigata

Yahiko Shrine at Yahiko Village, Niigata , Japan

Takada Castle Cherry Blossoms, Joetsu ciry, Niigata, Japan

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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.

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.

スキー場のゴンドラ・ロープウェイ（Ski resort gondola lift）

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.

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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 relaxing area.

Ishiuchi Maruyama, Niigata, Japan, ski resort, Jan 2023

Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Minamiuonuma with a visit to Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

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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.

Kagura Ski Resort

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

Toki Messe

Learn about the events happening in Toki Messe during your trip to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.

Niigata Racecourse

You can take time to visit Niigata Racecourse during your travels to Niigata. Wander the forests or discover the area's hot springs.

Where to stay in Niigata Prefecture

Find the best Niigata Prefecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Chuo Ward

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

Single chair lifts in a ski resort and snowy peaks in a distant on a sunny day (Madarao Kogen, Nagano, Japan)

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.

Higashi Ward

While Higashi Ward may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Niigata City Art Museum and Niigata City Performing Arts Center.

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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.