• Ponshukan Niigata Station - Sample and purchase 93 varieties of Japanese Sake (rice wine) produced in Niigata. Additionally, indulge in the unique one-day hot spring experience, “Sake Buro (Sake bath),” which combines 12 degrees Sake with water. This spot is highly recommended for Japanese Sake enthusiasts.
• The Old Saito Residence - Constructed in 1918 by affluent merchant Kijuro Saito IV as a summer retreat for his family, the Old Saito Villa is now a cultural heritage site and is celebrated as one of Niigata’s most exquisite homes and gardens. The house features 11 distinct rooms, each with unique design elements. The gardens are crafted to offer different aesthetics, providing a changing view as you move from room to room and through the seasons. The design concept emphasizes unity, eliminating boundaries between indoors and outdoors to create harmony.
• Northern Culture Museum - Formerly the residence of the prosperous Ito Family, this museum now showcases eight generations of the family’s art and documents, with a selection of 6,000 items on display. The main attraction is the house and gardens, completed in 1889. The traditional Japanese-style wooden home spans a 29,100 square meter site with 65 rooms and meticulously landscaped gardens, stunning in all seasons. Visitors can dine at one of two restaurants on-site, and an inn is available for those wishing to immerse themselves further in the estate’s culture and history.
• Pia Bandai - At Sushi Benkei’s standing tables, patrons can savor the freshest fish prepared by friendly staff. For those who prefer seating, a conveyor belt sushi restaurant with the same name is located across the street.
• Minatopia Niigata City History Museum - This historical area showcases the impressive architecture of old Niigata. Inside a replica of the 1910 City Hall, visitors can explore the history and culture of Niigata through beautifully presented and interactive exhibits. Dining options are available in another historic building in the district, and visitors can also watch ferries and Jetfoils on the Shinano River.
• Niigata Furumachi Machi Minato Information Center - In Niigata, the term for “geisha” is “geigi.” Furumachi is one of the most famous geisha districts in Japan, alongside Kyoto’s Gion and Tokyo’s Shinbashi. Here, geigi perform traditional dances and engage in games with guests.

• Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Niigata
• Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
• Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from ‘What to expect’ list

• Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
• Private Vehicle
• You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
• Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
• Meet up at Niigata East port

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Niigata!\n\nNiigata is a beautiful city whose northwest faces the Sea of Japan. As one of Japan’s leading agricultural cities, Niigata has a beautiful landscape of rice fields, well-known for its sake and rice heritage. Thanks to its abundant nature and perfect climate, Niigata became an agricultural powerhouse and historically acquired a reputation for its plentiful, abundant food output.\n\nLet us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that’s best for you!\n\nNote1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.\nNote2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

• This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.