Activities Echigo-Tsumari Art Field Winter “SNOWART” 2026 Sarah Koh Introducing the annual Echigo-Tsumari Snow Art Project in snow country Niigata where visitors can appreciate art installatio...
Activities Yairo no Mori Kids Snow Festival 2019 Kim Bergström The Yairo no Mori Kids Snow Festival is an annual winter event designed with little ones in mind. Held at Urasa's Yairo no Mo...
Culture Echigo Yuzawa Station Sake Festival 2019 Kim Bergström The Echigo Yuzawa Station Sake Festival allows visitors to sample 10 different local brews for 1000 yen. The region's sake is...
Culture The Science Behind Pixar 2019 Kim Bergström The Niigata Prefectural Museum of Modern Art is hosting "The Science Behind Pixar" until November 24th, giving insight into t...
Food Niigata Ramen Battle 2024 Kim Bergström The annual Ramen Wars event in Niigata City brings some of Japan's best ramen chefs to the region. For 800 yen a serving, vis...
Activities Mount Fuji Long Ride 2019 Tom Roseveare Japan's premiere cycling event—the annual Mount Fuji Long Ride—invites cycling veterans and beginners alike to the foothills ...
Activities Free Ride World Tour 2019: Hakuba 2019 John Blagys The Free Ride World Tour is coming to Hakuba in 2019! The first stop of the prestigious backcountry competition will be held ...
Culture Echigo Tsumari Art Triennale 2018 Kim Bergström Every three years, the Echigo Tsumari Art Triennale is held in the Niigata countryside. Both Japanese and international artis...
Lake Saiko Ice Tree Festival 2025 Jessica A Paje Lake Saiko Ice Tree Festival runs annually from January to February. The frosted tree sculptures produce unique designs and w...
Accommodation Kaisen Healing Resort Spa [Closed] Susan Tumanon A hot spring resort in Yamanashi that is open 24/7. Relax and enjoy yourself with your family.
