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Jun 30, 2018 · If you live outside of Niigata City, chances are you will be in an extremely rural area. This will somewhat improve your wife's chances to find work--less competition--but I would still caution against this choice.
I wanted to ask if any in the group have experience living in Niigata or any place in Snow Country. Any tips on what to wear (ie: should I buy ski goggles for working in the snow?), how to stay warm, how to make sure I’m a good neighbor during winter would be much appreciated.
Hey, it looks like I will be moving to Niigata at the end of summer. I would appreciate some advice on which area to live in. Are there any areas worth considering besides around Niigata station? I would love to live somewhere close to nature but I also need good access to Niigata station.
Niigata City itself is very much modern and not too hard to get to (accessible with Shinkansen, domestic flights), and is surrounded by nature. It's a port city right next to the sea of Japan and it has the longest river of Japan (Shinanogawa) running through it.
- See the breathtaking Kiyotsu Gorge. Kiyotsu Gorge is known as one of Japan's Three Great Canyons, along with Kurobe Gorge in Toyama and Osugi Valley in Mie Prefecture.
- Gaze out at the Hoshitoge Rice Terraces. Paddies and terraced rice fields (called tanada) are carved into the mountains and valleys like staircases. The Hoshitoge Rice Terraces, located in Tokamachi, is is said to have one of the best views in the city.
- Visit Sado Island - Japan's 'Butterfly Island' Sado Island is a remote island located in the western part of Niigata Prefecture. There are various sightseeing spots on the island, including Toki-no-Mori Park, where you can see the “toki” (Japanese crested ibis), a bird which has been designated as a natural monument of Japan, as well as the Sado Kinzan gold mine ruins, which was discovered in 1601.
- Visit the Toki Forest Park! Toki Forest Park, on Sado Island, is a sanctuary that protects and breeds Toki birds, a national natural monument, with the aim of allowing them back into the wild.
Jun 25, 2024 · Indeed, Niigata is a great place to explore the surrounding prefectures and regions too. Packed to the brim with delicious food, lush nature , and tons of outdoor fun, Niigata Prefecture is definitely worth at least a few days on your Japan itinerary!
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Oct 16, 2020 · Besides all the fun activities, taking a leisurely time refreshing in the onsen (hot spring) and enjoying the gourmets from both the mountains and the sea is also recommended. This article will guide you through to help you find the perfect places to visit and do for your next trip to Niigata.
