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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
Kajikawachisui Memorial Park

Kajikawachisui Memorial Park

Kim

For those living in or visiting Niigata Prefecture during sakura season, one of the region's best spots to explore is the Kaj...

Niigata