Things to do in Niigata

• Age 18～Age 65
• 5～6 hours
• 07:30

This is a backcountry skiing and snowboarding tour organized by OneDrop. This tour is for hard-working customers who are not satisfied with the slopes! Climb on your own two feet and enjoy the pleasure of skiing down a perfect slope! *Backcountry tours do not teach skiing. Please train your skiing skills on the slopes and learn the basic knowledge before participating. We will take you to a field where even beginners can enjoy backcountry skiing without any difficulty. This is an introductory tour, so if you have experience, please contact OneDrop directly. ~Tour flow~ 1. Gathering First, check in ♪ 2. Briefing and preparation Introduce yourself, discuss the conditions of the day, your physical condition, etc., then change clothes and move to the field! 3. Safety explanation After arriving at the field, we will give a lecture on how to use avalanche rescue gear! 4. Tour starts First, hike up! Let's walk while discussing the drop point! 5. Preparation for skiing When you reach the slope you are looking for, prepare for skiing! It's time to ski! 6. Drop in! After checking the condition of the slope and the reunion place, drop in! Experience the feeling of gliding like never before! 7. If you have the energy, do steps 4-6 again! Have lunch while you're active! Have as much fun as you can while you have the energy! 8. After-talk and disbanding We check for injuries, show photos from the tour, introduce other tours, and then disband.

• Age 2～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00

Please take this opportunity to enjoy the sea fishing experience that you can rarely experience from the coast of the Sea of Japan or the mouth of the river ♪ Please spend a special time with couples, families, couples ♪ Of course, you can also feel free to participate in groups of friends !

• Age 18～Age 65
• 5～6 hours
• 07:30

This is a backcountry skiing and snowboarding tour organized by OneDrop. This tour is for hard-working customers who are not satisfied with the slopes! Climb on your own two feet and enjoy the pleasure of skiing down a perfect slope! *Backcountry tours do not teach skiing. Please train your skiing skills on the slopes and learn the basic knowledge before participating. We will take you to a field where even beginners can enjoy backcountry skiing without any difficulty. This is an introductory tour, so if you have experience, please contact OneDrop directly. ~Tour flow~ 1. Gathering First, check in ♪ 2. Briefing and preparation Introduce yourself, discuss the conditions of the day, your physical condition, etc., then change clothes and move to the field! 3. Safety explanation After arriving at the field, we will give a lecture on how to use avalanche rescue gear! 4. Tour starts First, hike up! Let's walk while discussing the drop point! 5. Preparation for skiing When you reach the slope you are looking for, prepare for skiing! It's time to ski! 6. Drop in! After checking the condition of the slope and the reunion place, drop in! Experience the feeling of gliding like never before! 7. If you have the energy, do steps 4-6 again! Have lunch while you're active! Have as much fun as you can while you have the energy! 8. After-talk and disbanding We check for injuries, show photos from the tour, introduce other tours, and then disband.

• Age 2～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Please take this opportunity to enjoy the sea fishing experience that you can rarely experience from the coast of the Sea of Japan or the mouth of the river ♪ Please spend a special time with couples, families, couples ♪ Of course, you can also feel free to participate in groups of friends !

• Age 6～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Excellent access, just 0 minutes from the west exit of Echigo Yuzawa Station. Full of scenery that can only be seen in winter. Put on snowshoes and go exploring in areas that are usually off-limits to people. Plan description: Snowshoe tour in the snow-rich Echigo Yuzawa area! Meet in front of the station for easy access. Let's go exploring in snowshoes in snowy fields that are usually off-limits to people! Anyone can walk briskly. Enjoy a walk on the snow while taking in the snowy scenery and winter nature. *Pickup and drop-off from nearby accommodations *Please inquire if you are bringing pets.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 18:00

A thrilling walk through the snowy mountains at night! A quiet and mysterious snowfield at night. This is an exciting snowshoe tour where you walk by the light of your torch. On full moon nights, you can even see a fantastical moonlit scene! Winter nights are the quietest of the four seasons. Why not spend an extraordinary and exciting time, like going out in the middle of the night? *Pickup and drop-off from nearby accommodation *Please inquire if you are bringing pets.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 85
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00 / 18:00

Niigata City sightseeing bus and escort and guide you to 3 places you care about! You can choose 3 from the following 15 spots! For a bullet tour ♪ For a preview ♪ Next day you may be able to carefully go around alone! ?

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

After the lecture on the snow, practice driving on the well-maintained experience course. Once you get used to driving, let's go to the wilderness outside the course! It's a non-compacted snow area, so let's enjoy the powder run to our heart's content! *Only Japanese and English are supported.

• Age 6～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

Fun for parents and children starting with first graders! Parents and children can practice riding together on the compacted snow and leveled Mobile Land. Afterwards, we headed through the forest to the snowy field under the guidance of our guide. You can have the valuable experience of running through the great nature of Shirogane with your children ☆ *We only provide support in Japanese and English.

• Age 0～Age 80
• 5～6 hours

See Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, Yasuragi Embankment, and more from the river to the sea! Please spend your free time on the water with couples, families, couples, friends, pets, and people in wheelchairs♪Of course, colleagues and circle groups are welcome to participate! ◎ Held from early April to early December! ◎You can enjoy special views from the water such as Bandai Bridge, Yanagito Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, and Yasuragi Bank♪◎When you run by the Sado Kisen, you might be able to see Tokiea, the scene of planes taking off and landing at Niigata Airport! Go wherever you want in time! ◎Please make a reservation between 5:00 and 11:00. ◎ If you wish, you can also do fishing freely!

• For Family

• Age 6～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 18:00

A thrilling walk through the snowy mountains at night! A quiet and mysterious snowfield at night. This is an exciting snowshoe tour where you walk by the light of your torch. On full moon nights, you can see a fantastic scene illuminated by the moonlight! Winter nights are the quietest of the four seasons. Why not spend an extraordinary and exciting time, like going out in the middle of the night? *We can also pick you up from nearby accommodations. *Pick-up from nearby stations *Pick-up from nearby accommodations *Please inquire if you are bringing pets.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00

You can enjoy the popular "Wakago Bento" at the cafe "Yama Cafe" produced by Seiuntei Yamashige. The building of "Yama Cafe" was certified as a registered tangible cultural property of the autumn of 2021. You can enjoy your meal while feeling the history.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 120
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

The setting is Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, known as one of Japan's snowiest areas. It's full of scenery that can only be seen in winter. Put on snowshoes and go exploring in areas normally off-limits. Anyone can walk briskly. Enjoy a walk on the snow while taking in the snowy scenery and winter nature. Experience the nature nurtured over time, the people who have lived there for generations, and the tranquil countryside where you can sense the presence of the creatures that live there. This tour can only be experienced during this time of year when there is plenty of snow. *Pick-up and drop-off from nearby stations *Pick-up and drop-off from nearby accommodations *Please inquire if you are bringing pets.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 80
• 5～6 hours

See Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, Yasuragi Tsutsumi, and more, then head from the river to the sea! Spend your free time on the water with couples, families, spouses, friends, pets, and wheelchair users♪ Of course, colleagues and club groups are also welcome to participate! ◎ Held from early April to early December! ◎ Enjoy special views from the water, such as Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, and Yasuragi Tsutsumi♪ ◎ When you run alongside the Sado Kisen ferry, you might even be able to see the Tokiea, the planes taking off and landing at Niigata Airport! We'll go wherever you want within the time limit! ◎ Please make a reservation between 13:00 and 18:00. ◎ You can also fish freely if you wish! ・Please note that there is an additional fee for groups of four or less.

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00

You can see Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, Yasuragi Tsutsumi, etc. Enjoy a special experience from the water with couples, families, and couples♪ Of course, groups of friends can also feel free to participate!

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 99
• 1～2 hours

Would you like to enjoy a relaxing time with lymph care, massage, etc. on board? You can receive treatment by one of only a few camp therapists in Japan in the middle of the sea or river. Enjoy the soothing rocking of the boat while listening to the sounds of nature ♪ It's a special experience. Recommended for couples ♪ Of course, groups of friends and individuals are also welcome to join!

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

You can see Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, Yasuragi Tsutsumi, etc. Enjoy a special experience from the water with couples, families, and couples♪ Of course, groups of friends can also feel free to participate!

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 80
• 5～6 hours

See Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, Yasuragi Embankment, and more, then head from the river to the sea! Spend your free time on the water with couples, families, spouses, friends, pets, and wheelchair users♪ Of course, colleagues and club groups are also welcome to participate! ◎ Held from early April to early December! ◎ Enjoy special views from the water, such as Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, and Yasuragi Embankment♪ ◎ When you run alongside the Sado Kisen ferry, you might even see the Tokiea, the planes taking off and landing at Niigata Airport! We'll go wherever you want within the time limit! ◎ Please make a reservation between 5:00 and 18:00. ◎ You can also fish freely if you wish! ◎ Choose your preferred time from 1 to 5 hours! ! ・Please note that there is an additional fee for groups of 4 or less.

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day

See Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, Yasuragi Tsutsumi, and more, then head from the river to the sea! Spend your free time on the water with couples, families, spouses, friends, pets, and wheelchair users♪ Of course, colleagues and club groups are also welcome to participate! ◎ Held from early April to early December! ◎ Enjoy special views from the water, such as Bandai Bridge, Ryuto Ohashi Bridge, Toki Messe, and Yasuragi Tsutsumi♪ ◎ When you run alongside the Sado Kisen ferry, you might even be able to see the Tokiea, the planes taking off and landing at Niigata Airport! We'll go wherever you want within the time limit! ◎ Please make a reservation between 5:00 and 18:00. ◎ You can also fish freely if you wish! ・Please note that there is an additional fee for groups of four or less.

• For Family

• Age 3～Age 65
• Within 1 hour
• 18:00 / 18:45 / 19:30 / 20:15

★About the Snow Night Mega Buggy★ This is an evening-only snow night buggy tour at NASPA Ski Garden in Yuzawa, Niigata. Ride a dedicated buggy around the quiet, illuminated slopes. The greatest attraction of this tour is the fantastic snow scenery, completely different from the daytime. Experienced guides, accustomed to driving on snowy roads, will drive the buggy, so you can simply sit back and enjoy the scenery. There's no need to worry about driving or operating the buggy on snowy roads, making it a safe and enjoyable experience for first-time visitors to snow country and those with small children. Since it's suitable for children as young as three, it's also popular for family and three-generation trips. Even those who don't ski or snowboard can fully experience the winter atmosphere unique to snow country. The short experience can be easily incorporated into free time before or after dinner, making it easy to integrate into your travel schedule. This night activity, unique to the snowy Yuzawa region, is recommended for those who want to enjoy snow even without skiing or who want a special nighttime experience. ●On-site instruction will be in Japanese. Please note that for those who do not speak Japanese, communication will be provided using the interpreter function.

• Age 5～Age 99
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 13:00

This experience involves using a loom to create original placemats and scarves. [Tokamachi, the "Kimono Town"] Weaving has been a thriving industry in Tokamachi since ancient times, and it remains famous today as a producer of high-quality textiles. In the past, weaving was a part of local life, with women gathering together to spin thread and weave, especially during the snowy winter months. [What you'll get out of this experience] Experience weaving in Tokamachi under the guidance of weavers. In this experience, you'll use an easy-to-use hand loom to weave fabrics, using thin threads for the warp and thinly torn cloth for the weft. Choose your favorite from the colorful threads provided and design your own color scheme. Why not create an original piece of fabric as a memento of your trip?

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 75
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

Snow Country Uonuma is a region where traditional wisdom is utilized, and a lifestyle of living in harmony with nature and experiencing the joys of the four seasons is cherished and passed down to the present day. A local guide will share some local tidbits as you explore the area. Visit Untoan, a Zen temple associated with Uesugi Kenshin's son, Kagekatsu. Surrounded by 400-year-old cedar trees, the stone-paved path is inscribed with sutras, and simply walking along the approach to the temple will bring you blessings. Operated by sake maker Hakkaisan, Uonuma no Sato is located in Nagamori, Minamiuonuma City, overlooking the sacred Mount Hakkai. The satoyama area is dotted with relaxing spots, including a beer brewery, soba restaurant Nagamori, a public employee cafeteria, Nigirime Shiteppen, confectionery shop Satoya, and Tsutsumi-ya Hachigura. The tour lasts two and a half hours, with free time for lunch. Finally, you'll explore Makino-dori Street, featuring the beautiful Gangi (arched gates) unique to snow country. The tour departs and arrives at Echigo-Yuzawa Station, and tours popular spots in the guide's private car. [Meeting] JR Echigo Yuzawa Station West Exit Rotary [Course] Echigo Yuzawa Station → Untoan → Uonuma no Sato (free lunch) → Makino Street → Echigo Yuzawa Station [Ending] JR Echigo Yuzawa Station West Exit ・Who is this experience recommended for? ○ People who love history, shrines and temples, and historic streetscapes. ◯ People who are interested in food culture, such as sake and fermented foods. ◯ People who are interested in life and culture in snowy regions. ◯ People who enjoy listening to guides' stories ・Why this experience? Untoan and Uonuma no Sato are very popular, but they are difficult to access from Echigo Yuzawa without a car. That's why we've designed a small-group tour led by a certified guide in a private car. Why not explore the tourist spots while listening to local stories from the locals?

• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

You can make your own silver ring. Silver rings are made by cutting and bending silver plates. This is a small group experience course that is limited to one group each time, so you can create pairings and relax with friends, family, or yourself. Beginners can rest assured that special work such as brazing will be carried out by instructors. You can choose your favorite design from the sample rings and have it made. Anyone old enough to use tools can try out the production experience. If it is not completed within the time, we will complete it and ship it at a later date. (Shipping fee not included) Would you like to make a special gift or commemorative silver ring? **Japanese people are not eligible**

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 75
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

[Single person only! Transportation included] Enjoy a modern take on local cuisine for lunch at Kiyotsu Gorge, a popular spot even in winter. Afterward, visit the traditional Japanese cafe, designed by German architectural designer Karl Bengs, whose work has been featured on television. Kiyotsu Gorge's majestic columnar jointed rock faces and emerald-green clear streams inspire visitors. In 2018, the restaurant was featured in the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale, and at the end of the tunnel, the Panorama Station, a fantastical art space where the valley scenery is reflected in the water. Afterward, enjoy lunch at Echigo Matsudai Satoyama Shokudo, also featured in the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale. (Note: The restaurant is closed from December 22nd to January 8th, so it will serve hegi soba noodles instead.) The light blue interior, with its wall-to-wall glass windows and mirrored tables, is an art space where the seasonal scenery seen from the windows of Matsudai residents' homes is reflected. Enjoy a modern take on local cuisine. On weekends, we offer cheese fondue and a food buffet, while on weekdays we offer Satoyama rice or Satoyama curry. (The restaurant we introduce varies depending on the day. Depending on the situation, we may offer Hegi soba.) After lunch, we'll visit a traditional Japanese cafe located on the first floor of the building that houses the office of Karl Bengs, a German architectural designer whose work is featured on educational channels. Our certified guide will take you around popular spots in a private car. [Meeting Point] JR Echigo-Yuzawa Station West Exit Rotary [Course] Echigo-Yuzawa Station → Kiyotsu Gorge → Lunch (Echigo Matsudai Satoyama Shokudo or Hegi soba lunch restaurant) → Traditional Japanese Cafe "Shibui" → Echigo-Yuzawa Station [End Point] JR Echigo-Yuzawa Station West Exit ・Who is this experience recommended for? ○ Nature lovers, including valleys and geoparks ◯ Art lovers ◯ People interested in life and culture in snow country ◯ People who enjoy listening to the guide's stories ・Why is this experience being held? Kiyotsukyo Gorge and the old-style cafe are very popular, but there are only a few buses per day from Echigo Yuzawa, so it's not easy to access without a car. That's why we've created a small-group tour where a certified guide will take you around in their own car. Why not tour the tourist spots while listening to local stories that only locals can tell? [Notes about fees] *Entry fees to Kiyotsukyo are to be paid by each individual. Adults: 1,000 yen, elementary and junior high school students: 400 yen *Lunch is to be paid by each individual. Weekends and holidays: Cheese fondue and buffet - Adults: 2,000 yen, children: 1,000 yen

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 14:00

You will be transformed into a traditional Japanese princess and have your photo taken. We have recreated the uchikake worn by brides at weddings with our own arrangement. It is easy to change into, so it is less stressful on the body and takes less time, so you can experience it easily. Point makeup, simple hair styling, and hair accessories are also included in the price. We will do hair styling and point makeup so that the photos will be more beautiful. If you add gorgeous hair accessories, you will look beautiful from all angles. ① Choose your outfit ② Change of clothes ③ Hair styling, point makeup ④ Photograph ⑤ Change of clothes The finished photo data will be sent by email 5 or more shots It is a 2-minute walk from Niigata Station, so you can enjoy it while you wait!

• Age 12～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

This plan allows women to wear furisode (furisode) and men to wear haori and hakama while walking freely around town. You can walk around Niigata Furumachi in a kimono, and there are shrines, temples, historical buildings, and Japanese gardens nearby. Please feel free to take photos with your own cell phone or camera. This plan only runs in February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. You can also request additional photography from a professional photographer. Additional fee: 30,000 yen per group (shooting time 60 minutes) Data for 30 or more cuts will be sent by email within 5 days from the shooting date

• Age 12～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

This experience involves making traditional sandals called "zori." [Straw Crafts from Niigata Prefecture, a Snow Country and Rice-Producing Region] Niigata Prefecture has long been a major rice farming region, and various straw crafts using rice straw have flourished. Until 70 to 80 years ago, families would work together during the snowy winter months to earn a living by crafting sandals and other items using rice straw. Nowadays, those who can craft have become extremely rare, and straw crafts are rarely seen. While this experience of actually making zori has become rare, it is still impressive to see the footwear being made by hand. [What You'll Get From This Experience] In this program, you will work with a local instructor to make these sandals. You can choose between making zori from rice straw or cloth zori made from colorful cloth. You can choose your favorite fabric for the thongs and cloth sandals from the fabrics we have available, so you can combine them to create your own stylish original sandals. The sandals you make can be worn as sandals in the river or sea in the summer, or used as slippers or interior decoration at home. Why not make your own original handmade sandals as a memento of your trip? *Cloth sandals are an optional extra and cost an additional 500 yen. *Only Japanese and English are available.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 99
• 3～4 hours /4～5 hours
• 10:00

[Summary] Learn how to make traditional Tokamachi cuisine from local mothers. Enjoy a feast made with a variety of ingredients! [Schedule] Meet at a designated location in Tokamachi City at 10:00 AM. Cook the food under the guidance of the instructor's mother. The menu will basically consist of three side dishes, rice, and miso soup. As seasonal ingredients will be used, the menu will be a surprise until the day itself. Once the food is ready, enjoy it while chatting with the instructor's mother! You may discover new flavors. The tour will end around 1:00 PM with a drop-off location. *Only Japanese and English are available.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Experience the culture and history of Tokamachi, a town of heavy snow and kimono, on a stroll through the town. A local guide will show you hidden gems, including backstreet art and architecture unique to snowy regions. Example: Meet at Tokamachi Station. See architecture and "ganki" (traditional Japanese-style walkways) that offer insights into life in a snowy region. Stroll through the backstreet art! Stop for a break at a local cafe. See the stone carvings scattered along the greenway, then head to the Tokamachi Museum and Information Center. Afterward, shop at the roadside station "Cross Ten," which offers a wide selection of local products and souvenirs. The tour lasts approximately 120 minutes. Please let us know your preferred start time when registering. Fees for food, drink, and museum admission are not included.

• With Pets

• Age 5～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

This is an experience where you can make a "chinkoro," a traditional craft of Tokamachi. [What is a "chinkoro"?] A "chinkoro," a small, colorful doll made from rice flour, is something every Tokamachi resident has made. The word "chinkoro" means "puppy," and they are often shaped like puppies or the zodiac animal of the year. They are made around January each year and displayed in homes. However, because they are made from rice flour paste, they break and break within a few weeks. The more broken pieces there are, the better the luck. The culture of chinkoro making is said to have originated in the Edo period, but its origins are unclear. [What you'll get from this experience] In this program, you will learn to make a chinkoro, a traditional Tokamachi craft, under the guidance of a local instructor. You can go beyond the traditional puppies and zodiac animals and create your own original chinkoro, featuring anime characters, mascots, animals, and more. This is an experience that anyone, regardless of age or gender, can enjoy. Why not try making a lucky chinkoro as a souvenir? *Only Japanese and English are supported.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups