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Things to see in Nagaoka, Niigata (Japan): 21 places and when to go
Nagaoka, Niigata is a city in Japan with around 195,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Snow (6), Temples (5), Museums and art (5). The best known are Mount Yahiko, Yahiko Shrine and Kimura Tea Ceremony Museum. The best time to come is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 26. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 37.4504, 138.86
- Population
- About 195,000
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Snow (6) · Temples (5) · Museums and art (5) · Nature (2) · Mountains (2) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- February to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to January and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- HND Tokyo, 227 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Sumon, at 1,537 m.
What to see in Nagaoka, Niigata
The places in and around Nagaoka, Niigata, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Mount YahikoNature · Mountains29 km
- Yahiko ShrineShinto shrine in Yahiko29 km
- Kimura Tea Ceremony MuseumMuseum in Kashiwazaki, Niigata, Japan30 km
- Niigata Prefectural Museum of HistoryBuilding in Niigata Prefecture, Japan8.3 km
- Umataka Jōmon MuseumMuseum in Nagaoka, Niigata, Japan8.1 km
- Mount SumonSummit25 km
- Aoshi ShrineShinto shrine in Niigata Prefecture, Japan2.6 km
- Bō ShrineShinto shrine in Niigata Prefecture, Japan29 km
- Kashiwazaki City MuseumMuseum in Kashiwazaki, Niigata, Japan30 km
- Koide Ski AreaSki field in Niigata Prefecture, Japan26 km
- Koshi Kogen Ski ResortSki resort15 km
- Nagaoka City Ski AreaSki field in Niigata Prefecture, Japan5.2 km
- Nozumi BridgeBridge in Nagaoka, Japan25 km
- Phoenix-ohashi BridgeBridge in Nagaoka4.1 km
- Suhara Ski AreaSki Field in Niigata prefecture, Japan19 km
- Teradomari AquariumAquarium in Niigata Prefecture, Japan22 km
- Yakushi Ski AreaSki Field in Niigata prefecture, Japan27 km
- Eirin-ji TempleBuddhist temple in Uonuma, Japan23 km
- Gyōtsū-ji TempleTemples29 km
- Tochio Family Ski AreaSki resort16 km
- Yukyuzan Mini-ZooWith kids · Wildlife3.0 km
When to go to Nagaoka, Niigata
The best time to visit Nagaoka, Niigata is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:41
- FebBest time10:37
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:58
- MayBest time14:01
- JunPossible14:34
- JulPossible14:21
- AugPossible13:27
- SepPossible12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovBest time9:57
- DecPossible9:26
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 26. In February, 19 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Nagaoka, Niigata
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND, Tokyo), 227 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Nagaoka, Niigata?
The best known: Mount Yahiko, Yahiko Shrine, Kimura Tea Ceremony Museum, Niigata Prefectural Museum of History, Umataka Jōmon Museum. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Nagaoka, Niigata?
February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 26.
How do you get to Nagaoka, Niigata?
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 227 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Nagaoka, Niigata as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- JapanBefore travelling to Japan: 10 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism: up to 90 days with a valid passport.
- Snow473 places for snow in Japan, from Asahi-dake to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: February. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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