Niigata is a fantastic place for a couple of days as a short break, or making this the base for your stay in Japan. There is so much to do here and since it is located on Honshu, you have the rest of the island to see as well. One ‘must see’ in Niigata is the Botanical Gardens, which are truly spectacular and very Japanese. Check out the Big Swan Stadium as well, which when lit up is quite stunning. Or you can visit the Convention Center, known as Toki Messe, with its range of restaurants and an art museum. Finally try and see a wonderfully Japanese production at the Performing Arts Center.
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