Location: Niigata Prefecture
Top Things to do in Niigata Prefecture
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Niigata Prefecture (新潟県, Niigata-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Honshu on the coast of the Sea of Japan. The capital is the city of Niigata with which it shares the same name.
Restaurants in Niigata Prefecture
1. Myoko Snowsports
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 157 reviews
Welcome to Myoko Snowsports - the premier provider of English ski & snowboard lesson programs, equipment rentals, retail and photography services in Myoko Ski Resort, Japan.All lesson & guiding programs are tailored to each guest's individual requirements - taking into account goals and prior experience, as well as taking advantage of local snow conditions and Myoko's 13+ meter annual snowfall.Excellent quality rental and retail equipment from K2, Line, Burton, Ride, Elan and Fablice is fitted by expert staff who live and breathe snow.
Reviewed By wesso3 - Werribee, Australia
One of the best snow sports shops in Myoko great staff friendly ski instructors the best place in Myoko to hire your gear have the best when U want to improve your skiing or snow board technical skills. Owned by Tom and his lovely wife who also run a family hotel in the area a must visit when you arrive in Myoko situated on the main road on the left as you come up the hill into the main Street. Highly recommended
2. Aoyama Sports Main Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Blue Mountain Ski Sports (Aoyama Sports) is the largest ski rental operation in Akakura with the village's best selection and service. We have three rental shops in Akakura Myoko. You can book your rental skis and snowboard via this page at a discount price. All of our skis and snowboards are hot waxed before rental. Our staff are keen boarders and skiers with lots of local knowledge. We provide
Reviewed By 675charlien
Great staff very friendly and always make you feel welcome. Some quality gear too 10/10 would recommend
3. Snow Country Instructors
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
International Ski and Snowboard School offering fun coaching to all ages/levels in any resort in the Yuzawa area. Experienced, professional instructors dedicated to making your time on the snow as awesome and enjoyable as possible.
Reviewed By Linglingg625
Kinga is a great and patient instructor, my kids enjoyed the lesson very much. Thank you and we will be back again.
4. Powder Recon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
At Powder Recon, you will find an ever-expanding selection of skis and boards available for hire at a competitive rate. We are proud to be working together with Nordica skis to fully equip our rental store with the newest and best all mountain and powder skis on the market. Our boards are provided by local Japanese powder snowboard makers, Green Lab who produce the goods year after year.
Reviewed By Gawsworth - Macclesfield, United Kingdom
Much recommended. I've skied lots, all over - and done plenty of group tours in Europe, American and Japan - and this was exactly as promised/hoped. Good value, super organisation/knowledge, fantastic food in decent hotels, and friendly staff/guides. Every group will have differing skills on the mountain, people who can be a bit late getting their boots on etc, but they managed this incredibly well and always with good humour. The group never felt too large, the pace on the hill was quick but never silly, and we were able to have a joke/get to know the guides, while also being reassured they were taking all the avy/safety stuff seriously. I'd say impossible to beat on mainland Japan. We will return and re-book! Bravo Marco and crew!
5. Suginohara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By dalliance47 - Tweed Heads, Australia
Mt Myoko is a much quieter ski area than nearby Hukuba. The area is better catered for families, especially where some are yet to achieve the skill needed to ski like a pro. Of the several resorts on the mountain, Suginohara excels. The wide runs offer many Green and Red (Blue elsewhere) run options. And, for families, kids under 14 ski free. Unlike other resorts nearby, nearly all the lifts are of the newer (fast) style. The only 'downer' is that the (old) access lift often opns after the rest have opened. This means that to enjoy 1st tracks, one must drive a car to the 'base' area. This access lift should open at least 15 minutes (better 30 minutes) before the Gondola. There are plenty of good food options. So, unless you are a black level skier, you will have lots of fun.
6. Mount Tanigawa
7. Kagura Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
The biggest draw of Kagura is great powder snow due to its high altitude. The ski area also has easy access to the backcountry area that attracts expert riders from all over the world. Stay at Wada Goya, a mountain hut on the ski hill, and enjoy the pure first track in the morning.
Reviewed By Crazyfeline
Came here for a short spring skiing sprint. Loved it. Snow was good and very quiet. Lifts were fine, and food on the mountain was reasonable. It was our first time here but would not hesitate to come back. Plus point is it’s proximity to Tokyo and the ease to get to it.
8. Naeba Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 276 reviews
Naeba Ski Resort is connected with neighbouring Kagura Ski Resort by Dragondola, Japan’s longest gondola. The entire area is called “Mt. Naeba”, which consists of 4 ski areas and has many fans from home and abroad. Naeba Prince Hotel at the bottom of the ski area has 1,224 rooms and offers various fun experiences such as gourmet dining, shopping and hot springs. The resort has very convenient access from the Tokyo area as it takes just 2 and half hours by train or car.
Reviewed By marilynsE7132ZQ - Toronto, Canada
Great skiing for beginners and intermediates, easy to follow runs if you don’t speak or read Japanese
9. Yuzawa Kogen
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Junteng63 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Ski in Yuzawa kogen for 2 days. Powder snow and great snow conditions. Kids will love it. Both begineer and intermediate ski track were magnificent. There are a few restaurants up there so no need to worry. A must visit when you are in the area
10. Maiko Snow Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 120 reviews
Easily accessible! Approx.70minutes from Tokyo by shinkansen! Maiko Snow Resort is located in Minamiuonuma, just to the north of Yuzawa town, in Niigata Prefecture. Varied courses, great snow conditions, fast ski lifts, spectacular views and excellent ease of access make Maiko Snow Resort a popular resort.
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