Niigata

Known as the “City of Water" due to the two rivers that run through it, Niigata is deeply rooted in its fertile soil and connection to the ocean. Places to see while in Niigata include the beautiful Kiyotsu Gorge and the stunning Hoshitoge Rice Terraces.

A place to definitely visit during the winter. Niigata sees more snowfall than Moscow, Montreal and Oslo.