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Culture in Niigata

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The Ito Mansion

The Ito Mansion

Alexis Guiral

A description of my experience at the Ito mansion in Niigata prefecture. This is a translation of my previous article, approv...

Niigata
Saifukuji Temple 15

Saifukuji Temple

Kim

Saifukuji Temple is located in Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture, and its grounds look vastly different from summer to winter. Enjoy...

Niigata
Shirone Kite Museum

Shirone Kite Museum

Kim

The Shirone area of Niigata has a long and colorful history with kites. The region has an annual kite festival with origins d...

Niigata
Autumn at Yahiko Shrine 6

Autumn at Yahiko Shrine

Kim

Yahiko Shrine in Niigata is a popular spot to pray for love and good fortune. It's also particularly popular in autumn when t...

Niigata
Echigo-Tsumari Satoyama Museum

Echigo-Tsumari Satoyama Museum

Kim

If you enjoy modern art, the Echigo-Tsumari Satoyama Museum of Contemporary Art is a fantastic spot to visit. It's filled wit...

Niigata