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Photogallery of Niigata, Japan
Top sigths of Japan
There are more than thirty museums in the city, the most popular of which are Bridgestone Museum, Tenri Gallery, the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo Underground Museum, Kite Museum, Idemitsu Museum, and Ota Museum. These museums are mostly dedicated to collections of art and historic artefacts. However, in Tokyo there are more unusual museums, for example, the Museum of Spectacles, the Museum of Water Pipes, the Museum of Underground, the Museum of Bags and the Museum of Bicycles.
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Chapters of the guide to Niigata
Travel guide to Niigata
The city's most important entertainment facility is Marinepia Nihonkai, one of the largest aquariums in Japan. It offers a unique collection of marine life: you can observe rare fish, shellfish, sea turtles, and, of course, watch a spectacular dolphin show. The beautifully decorated oceanarium has a large transparent tunnel and many other thematic aquariums with information plaques. Fans of unusual excursions … Open 
Niigata for children - what to visit
Niigata provides a lot of entertainment to suit every taste, including nice places to be visited with children. The city has a beautiful indoor water park called Yusuikan, which welcomes visitors at any time of the year. It houses many beautiful pools, including a special one designed for kids. Adults will be more pleased with the presence of a chic relaxation area with a jacuzzi. Among other things, the water park … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
The store features an interesting and beautiful design, it often hosts tastings and other interesting events. Miniature gift-wrapped sake bottles are among the most popular tourist souvenirs. Apart from alcoholic beverages, they sell other interesting regional products in this store. You'll be offered to buy local rice with excellent gustatory qualities, miso pasta, and various types of soy sauce. Many tourists … Open
Advices for travellers
3. Niigata is famous for its natural attractions. Fans of outdoor activities and tours will be more interested in visiting these places in the warm season. 4. Japanese yen is generally accepted in Niigata while paying in a different currency can be problematic. It's recommended to exchange money at home before the trip. That's how you make an exchange at the most favorable rate. 5. Most of the local … Open
Traditions and mentality of Niigata
The festival program lasting several days opens with a traditional dance parade, in which more than 20,000 people take part. All the parade participants wear beautiful national costumes, which makes the procession even more spectacular. The second day of the holiday also involves colorful processions. Among other things, the festival program includes gastronomic entertainment and children's activities. … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Those who wish to try the best regional delicacies should check out Ika No Sumi Eki-Mae. At this restaurant, you can always try crabs prepared according to original recipes, as well as enjoy rare types of seafood that are not found in other countries of the world. Despite the huge popularity and variety of gourmet dishes, the restaurant offers quite affordable prices. In Toh Lee Restaurant, guests are offered … Open
