Niigata

Regarded by many in Japan as one of the nation's top culinary hot spots, Niigata is a treasure still waiting to be discovered by foreign travelers. Niigata is a place to experience adventure, traditions, and stunning beauty, and there's no better time than now to visit.

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Niigata is located a few hours directly north of Tokyo. The prefecture has many gorgeous sights to behold including Mt. Myoko, Nagaoka-jo, and Yahiko-jinja. See the rice fields terraces at Hoshi-touge at sunrise for a sight you won't soon forget.

Niigata Station

Car: Approx 4 hr 26 min
Train: Approx 1.5 hours - 2 hours

Recommended Route from Tokyo

Train

Tokyo Station

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(2 hours)

Goal

Arrive at Niigata station

Hotels

Grand Hotel

Hotel Nikko Niigata

Offering great views of Japan Sea and Nothern Alps mountains, Hotel Nikko Niigata offers elegant guests rooms located on the 22-29th floors. Free Wi-Fi is provided.

$80
avg/night
Hotel Grand Niigata

Niigata Grand Hotel

Featuring a bar, Niigata Grand Hotel is located in Niigata in the Niigata region, 1.3 miles from Toki Messe. Around 1.5 miles from Niigata Prefectural Civic Centre, the property is also 1.9 miles away from Niigata City Aquarium Marinepia Nihonkai and offers free WiFi. The property has a 24-hour front desk.

$100
avg/night