In this workshop tour, you can see the techniques of dyeing kimono up close. Aoyagi was founded in 1938 in Tokamachi, a kimono-producing area. At Aoyagi's workshop, which has been making use of the traditional techniques of kimono... More

I teach snowboarding in a heavy snowfall area in Yuzawa, that is an hour away from Tokyo by Shinkansen. The venue is in a ski resort located at Yuzawa in Niigata Prefecture, which is a heavy snowfall area that can be reached from... More

Experience the best of Nagano with this immersive tour starting from Myoko Kogen and Madarao Kogen. Begin your journey with a visit to the renowned Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, home to Japan’s famous hot spring-bathing monkeys. ... More

Recommended Spot Big Zelkova Tree (Kamisuwa Shrine) Experience the serenity of this 1,000-year-old tree, believed to protect the land and worshipped as a god of agriculture. Cedar Tree Path to Shrine Explore the historic Yahiko ... More

The theater's retro atmosphere exudes a sense of history, featuring an awe-inspiring hall with a wooden beam ceiling—something rarely seen today except in important cultural properties. Another highlight is the projection room, ... More

You can go cycling through the streets of this manufacturing town, and visit some local workshops which are usually closed to the public, and witness the craftsmanship up close. On this tour, you'll ride a high-performance e-Bike... More

Recently spotted on SNS, Sado / Minami Sado area. In response to the request that the regular sightseeing buses are a little inconvenient for going to Sukunegi, Yajima Kyoshima, etc., we started operation of the “Shuttle for Og... More

ryugon is located at the foot of Mt. Sakado, and the Uono River, which runs right next to it, is a natural environment where you can see ayu fishing in summer. Please enjoy walking and cycling in the rural landscape that changes f... More

At the blacksmithing shop with a 150-year history, you can craft your own frying pan out of a piece of iron plate. The entire process, from forging to installing a handle, is completed by your own hands with great care. Furthermor... More

Niigata Prefecture is famous for producing delicious rice and sake. Vast rice fields spread out in Niigata City, the prefectural capital, and are a symbol of the Niigata plains. Another iconic sight is the lagoon. The area around ... More

Exclusive VIP Niigata Tours Our VIP Niigata Tours offer locally guided, exclusive experiences, taking you beyond typical tourist spots to hidden gems only locals know. Why Choose Our Tours? Local Experts Discover secret location... More

If you’re eager for a journey that allows you to immerse yourself in cultural and historical wonders in a way the mainstream destinations might not, visiting the Northern Culture Museum in Niigata may be exactly what you’re lo... More

The Garden Place Kobayashiro offers a truly unique setting for romantic photoshoots, blending over 100 years of history with timeless elegance. Established in 1915, this venue features a meticulously crafted daimyo garden by renow... More

Blacksmith was brought to Tsubame and Sanjo area in Niigata prefecture in the early 17th century, started producing Japanese nails called Wakugi. This area now became an artisan metalsmiths town. You can visit some of those factor... More

This is a program which introduces a deep understanding of "Japan" through "rice" in Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture. Participants will stay in an old minka (traditional Japanese house) with a kayabuki roof (shingled roof), watch ... More

At the blacksmith shop with a history of over 100 years, you will craft one-of-a-kind kitchen knife with your name engraved on it. You will learn a whole process to craft a knife from forging to sharpening. The impressive sharpnes... More

Everyone has heard of Geisha, popular female entertainers in the 19th century Japan. However, before Geisha’s popularity grew, Oiran were considered the trend-setters of the Japanese fashion world. These highly educated women ha... More

Recommended Spot Big Zelkova Tree (Kamisuwa Shrine) Experience the serenity of this 1,000-year-old tree, believed to protect the land and worshipped as a god of agriculture. Cedar Tree Path to Shrine Explore the historic Yahiko ... More

Recommended Spot Big Zelkova Tree (Kamisuwa Shrine) Experience the serenity of this 1,000-year-old tree, believed to protect the land and worshipped as a god of agriculture. Cedar Tree Path to Shrine Explore the historic Yahiko ... More

Limited to 10 people per day every Saturday and Sunday, Experience cooking with a grandmother who lives in the area and is a master of local cuisine in the snowy country. You can feel the warmth and countryside of the snowy countr... More