【Newest arrivals】 Things to do in Niigata Page 1

• Age 20～Age 55
• 1 Day or more
• 13:40

The Daigenta area of Yuzawa Town, where the retreat takes place, is named after its symbol, Mt. Daigenta (1598 meters above sea level). This mountain is also called the Matterhorn of the East because of its shape. At the foot of the mountain is Lake Daigenta, which was formed by damming the Daigenta River, and once prevented the great floods that brought great hardship to the area. The area is now a popular spot for walking and paddle sports. The abundant local water, which seeps into the ground from melting snow, irrigates the people and the land, and nourishes the delicious vegetables and rice grown here. The retreat aims to allow you to experience with all five senses the rich history of this fascinating area, the lives of the people, the beauty of nature, and the importance of "water" as an essential part of human life, to return to your origins and look at what is truly important to you.

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30

Join me on a guided tour around Muikamachi, Niigata. Starting from Muikamachi Station, less than 2 hours from Tokyo, we'll cycle through Minamiuonuma's rice fields and Niigata's best spring water on our way to the Hakkaisan sake brewery, all with ease on e-bikes. At the brewery, we’ll explore the story and tradition behind this premium sake, connecting centuries of craftsmanship, heavy snowfall, and pristine water. We’ll enjoy a delicious meal featuring onigiri made from local rice (vegan option usually available). On the way back, we’ll stop at a traditional four-season Japanese park. We’ll return to the station by 15:00, giving you time to explore the local onsen or head back to Tokyo. The tour starts at 10:00 and covers about 20km. 〜Flow of experience〜 10:00　Departure We will depart from the east side of Muikamachi Station 11:00　Niigata Best Spring Water We will stop a bit to taste the voted best Niigata spring water. 12:00　Hakkaisan Sake Brewery We will visit the sake brewery, have lunch and explore the nature around the area. 14:00　Japanese park We will visit and learn more about a beautiful Japanese park and its history. 15:00　Return We will be back at the train station to finish the tour.

• Age 12～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30

Join me on a guided tour of Daigenta in Yuzawa, Niigata. Starting from Echigo Yuzawa Station, just 70 minutes from Tokyo, we'll cycle through Yuzawa village and explore Japanese parks on our way to Daigenta Canyon with ease on e-bikes. At Daigenta, we'll enjoy views of rice paddies and mountain peaks, take a break at the lake, and then ride downhill through the forest and old village. An optional lunch at a local café is available. We’ll return to the station by 13:00, giving you time to explore Yuzawa's onsen town. The tour starts at 9:30 and covers about 15km. 〜Flow of experience〜 9:30　Departure We will depart from the east side of Echigo Yuzawa Station 10:00　Japanese park We will stop for a while, enjoying the four seasons Japanese park of Yuzawa. We may see some Koi fish swiming in the pound. 11:00　Daigenta lake We will have a small break to enjoy the breathtaking view that Daigenta Lake offer. 13:00　Return We will be back at the train station to finish the tour, you will have time to enjoy the local food from one of the many restaurants. Giving you the afternoon to enjoy the town of Yuzawa.

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1 Day or more

Experience the traditional culture of Niigata, the Furumachi Geisha! Experience the 200-year history of Furumachi, an entertainment district that has been acclaimed to rival Gion in Kyoto and Shinbashi in Tokyo. ~Experience Outline~ (Day 1) - Check in at Hotel Okura Niigata in Chuo Ward. Move to a kimono store and "Try wearing a kimono and stroll around the Furumachi Geisha District" (16:00-17:30). At the Nabechaya restaurant, "Dinner with multi-course meals and watching the dance of Furumachi Geisha, experience playing in a traditional Japanese parlor" (18:00-20:00) (Day 2). Check out of the inn at 9:00. Move to the Northern Culture Museum in Konan Ward to "visit the mansion and garden, and have a celebratory lunch of a wealthy farmer" (9:30-12:30, 180 minutes). Arrive at the south exit of Niigata Station at 13:00.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1 Day or more
• 13:00 / 13:50

Fukushimagata is located in Niigata City. This special and luxurious tour includes a lagoon boat experience, lagoon cuisine, local sake, and evening drinks with lagoon fishermen, along with the traditional Japanese scenery. It is a must-see for bird lovers, nature lovers, and lovers of rural life. ~Experience process~・Pick up at Niigata Station (13:00) or Niigata Airport (13:50). ・Board a helicopter from Niigata Airport. After a sightseeing flight over Fukushimagata, disembark at a special heliport. Arrival at Fukushimagata is scheduled for 14:45. ・★Experience the "lagoon" of Fukushimagata!! ①Boarding a lagoon boat at Fukushimagata (40 minutes) ②Lagoon fishing experience (40 minutes) ③Lagoon walk (20 minutes) (100 minutes)・★Experience lagoon cuisine and tasting around the hearth!! ①Cooking explanation from a local person ②Lagoon fishermen over evening drinks around the hearth. Tasting of fine sake is also available. (60 minutes) ・★ Move to Tsukioka Onsen "Bettei Echigo no Sato", which was ranked 4th in the 100 Best Hotels and Ryokans in Japan selected by professionals. Depart from Fukushimagata at 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm. ・★ Enjoy a multi-course dinner using ingredients from Niigata prefecture and a soak in the hot springs. *Optional Fukushimagata accommodation plan is also available. "Rifuso" Day 2 ・★ Move from Tsukioka Onsen to Fukushimagata at 6:00 am the next morning and take a walk around the waterside bird watching with a ranger's commentary. (Stay at Fukushimagata for about 100 minutes from 6:20 am to 8:00 am) ・★ View Fukushimagata View Fukushimagata and Echigo Plain from the observation deck. Ranger's commentary included. ・★ Special private tour of the building. ・At 8:20 am, return to Tsukioka Onsen "Bettei Echigo no Sato" for breakfast. After checking out, "Walk around the hot spring town" (10:00 am to 11:00 am, 60 minutes) ・ Move to the Italian restaurant "Nora Cucina" for lunch. "Italian lunch using Niigata ingredients" (11:40-13:00, 80 minutes) · Move to DHC Sake Brewery for "Sake brewery tour" and "Sake pairing" (13:10-14:40, 90 minutes) · Arrive Niigata Station around 15:30.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• 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 20～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

At this quaint sake brewery, founded in 1804 (the first year of the Bunka era, during the Edo period), you can learn about the sake culture of Joetsu and the differences in taste between modern and past varieties and brewing methods, and enjoy the rich sake culture of Joetsu. ・Sample sake made using different methods ・Sample and select your favorite from the various bottles provided by the brewery ・Create an original label on Japanese paper with a brush, etc., and take home a one-of-a-kind bottle Experience plan (approx. 1 hour) ‣ Brewery tour ‣ Tasting ‣ Shopping

• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Enjoy a simple BBQ at Little Japan ECHIGO, an inn that has been renovated from an old folk house! You will be very satisfied with the sweet and delicious rice "Koshihikari from Niigata Prefecture" from Niigata, the rice producing region! Enjoy meat and rice with your whole body in the great outdoors ♪ ① Reception/preparation You will receive and prepare at our hotel. ② BBQ starts! Once you're ready, enjoy your meat and rice in the midst of nature! ③Cleaning up/Dismissal You can use the restroom or change your clothes at the hotel.

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Enjoy a casual BBQ at Little Japan ECHIGO, an inn renovated from an old house! You'll be completely satisfied with the delicious and meaty brand pork "Echigo Mochi Pork" and "Koshihikari rice from Niigata Prefecture"! Enjoy the meat and rice with your whole body in the great outdoors♪① Check-in and preparation Please check-in and prepare at our inn. ② Start the BBQ! Once you're ready, enjoy the meat and rice in the great outdoors! ③ Clean up and disband You can use the restroom and change clothes at our inn.

• For Family

• Age 15～Age 75
• 1～2 hours

This is a snowshoe tour that walks on high-quality powder snow based at Little Japan ECHIGO, a renovated traditional Japanese-style inn near the Nii-Tashiro Ski Resort. After the tour, you can relax in the warm Little Japan ECHIGO building with a pellet stove. In addition, we will be offering 10% off the cafe menu to those who participate. ~Procedure of the experience~ ① Reception and preparation You will receive reception and prepare snowshoes etc. at the hotel. ② Start snowshoeing ♪ Once you are ready, let's go into the silver world! ③ Take a break during the tea time course while looking at the snowy scenery ♪ Let's make tables and chairs with snow! ④On the way to the Nii Shrine course, there is also a bright red torii gate that stands out in the snow, which is one of the highlights! ⑤ End of experience After the experience is over, you can relax in the warm interior with a fireplace. You can also order drinks and snacks.

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

Have you ever seen a huge calligraphy performance? Opportunities to experience calligraphy performance are limited, and it is something everyone should experience at least once in their life. Calligraphy performance is more than just writing, it is an art that reflects your heart. You can also relieve your daily fatigue and stress and have a dynamic and powerful experience. In this calligraphy performance experience, you will be able to write on one full sheet of paper (69cm x 136cm) and two pieces of paper cut in half (34.5cm x 136cm). You can take home your finished work. At the end of the experience, please add your name to the giant calligraphy work that I created, measuring approximately 2.5m x 5m. Experience location: The event will be held at a former Japanese confectionery store in Sadogashima, Niigata Prefecture. You can reach us by car or bus, and the bus stop is a 5-minute walk away. There is also free parking, which can be reached in just 30 seconds on foot. Language: You can choose from Japanese or English. Note: If the experience is for about 4 people, it will take about 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes. We can accommodate groups of 10 or more, but it may take longer than planned, so if you have a large group, please contact us in advance. Also, since you will be using ink in the experience, please come in clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. The experience includes: 1. Introduction 2. Demonstration 3. Practice 4. Add your name to the giant calligraphy I wrote 5. Certificate 6. Matcha time, Q&A, photo shoot, etc.

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 11:00 / 14:00

``Kumiko work'' has been selected as a made in JOETSU craft. You can try your hand at making a Kumiko coaster at the Arai Craft Class. There are two types of designs: the traditional ``Amanoha'' pattern and the ``Snowflake'' pattern, which is a symbol of the Myoko region, which is an area with heavy snowfall.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• 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 120
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

To put it simply, it ’s a “sluggish sled” that slides down the slope. Operation is not difficult, it is attractive to turn, stop and enjoy easily! Ski & snowboard Even if you can't, you can play plenty.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

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

Exhilarating rafting on the open Shinano River! It's full of fun and recommended for families♪ Enjoy the rafting tour held at the foot of Mt. Naeba, a spacious rafting experience where you can enjoy the wide blue sky and the scenery that feels like eternity! ☆A number of rapids are exciting, relaxing in the waterfalls Is the Shinano River calm? I am often asked this, but it is a popular rafting spot with a good balance of rapids and waterfalls ♪ ☆ Hot spring bathing included The bathing fee is included in the price, and you can refresh yourself in the hot spring after the tour!

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

• 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 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 3～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 10:30

Empty-handed is OK. No need to prepare anything. First, you will change into a kimono. Dressing and simple hair setting will be done here. We also have bags, sandals, and tabi that match your kimono. You will wear a kimono and enjoy lunch and walking around the city. As an option, it is also possible to request a photo shoot by a professional photographer or a professional hair and makeup artist. Rickshaw rides around the city are also wonderful (rickshaws run from April to October).

• In Door Activity

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

This plan allows you to walk around the town freely wearing a kimono or yukata. This page is for those applying alone. There is a discount plan for two or more people. Please apply from there. The Katakai Fireworks Festival will be open for special business on September 9th and 10th. For details, search for "Kimono Rental Mayu" on SNS. You can walk around Niigata Furumachi in a kimono, and there are shrines, temples, historical buildings, and Japanese gardens nearby. You can participate alone. We will provide kimonos from October to May, and yukatas from June to September. We have over 70 kimonos for women and over 80 yukatas for women. We have basic navy blue, gray, and dark brown kimonos for men, in S, M, L, and LL sizes. We also have basic colors for men's yukatas.

• For Groups

• 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 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 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 17:00 / 17:30 / 18:00 / 18:30

It is a meal plan at a long-established restaurant in Little Kyoto "Kamo" in Hokuetsu ♪ <Kiyountei Yamashige> Founded 180 years ago. The shop name "Yamaju" is derived from the fact that the first generation was called "Kamiyama no Shigebei" and was popular. At the time of its founding, it ran a bathhouse called "Yuya Chojuyu," which was a popular place to soak in hot water, eat leisurely, and drink alcohol. In the Taisho era, I also worked on Western food. Since then, it has been operating as a Japanese restaurant. In 1959 and 20th year, the imperial family visited us. You can spend a comfortable space with a pure Japanese-style space and the cuisine and hospitality unique to a long-established restaurant. It was published in the 2020 Michelin Guide Niigata. Fall 2021 The building was certified as a national registered tangible cultural property.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

This plan is a 1-hour use plan where you can rent a jet ski for 1 hour! * A jet ski license is required to operate. Please note.

• Age 6～Age 99
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

This plan is a 6-hour use plan that allows you to rent a jet ski for 6 hours! * A jet ski license is required to operate. Please note.

• Age 6～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00

This plan is a 3-hour use plan where you can rent a jet ski for 3 hours! * A jet ski license is required to operate. Please note.

• 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 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
• 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 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:30 / 15:00

Oguni Washi, which has been made in the Oguni area of Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture for a long time. Oguni Washi is a strong and durable Japanese paper that does not tear easily. [Contents of experience] Choose your favorite paper, choose your favorite shade shape, put Japanese paper in the mold, pass it through a letter press machine, mark the fold line, and anyone can make it with a simple craft. increase. A battery-powered LED candle light is used as the light source. If you replace the battery, you can enjoy the light of Japanese paper for a long time. You can take it home on the day of production! *The Oguni Washi Production Association asks customers and staff to wear masks to prevent infection. In addition, we will respond with a time difference so that multiple customers (family members and groups) do not overlap, so please take care of it.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups