Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

By Japan Guide Agency
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Duration: 6h
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Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Niigata.
What's not included
  • Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • Private Vehicle
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
  • Entry/Admission - Ponshukan Niigata Station
  • Entry/Admission - The Old Saito Residence
  • Entry/Admission - Northern Culture Museum


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please contact us directly. All Private vehicles must be booked 5 days in advance. Maximum number of passengers: 7.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Niigata Airport, 3710 Matsuhamachō, Higashi Ward, Niigata, 950-0001, Japan
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • 新潟港 西港区 山の下埠頭, 14-15 Shinmeichō, Higashi Ward, Niigata, 950-0045, Japan
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        • Wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P154

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P154

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        Tuan L
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2023 • Family

        Koichi was an amazing guide around Niigata City, Japan. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic, and he made sure that I had a great time exploring the city. Koichi took me to all of the best spots in Niigata City, including the Northern Culture Museum, the The Old Saito Residence and the Sake museum. Koichi was also a great source of information about Niigata City and its culture. He told me about the city's history, its people, and its food.

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        Written 3 December 2023
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        Now I read your review which our travel agency forwarded me. Thank you for your warm and wonderful comments! I have never seen such a nice review! And I feel very happy that you enjoyed all sites where we visited on that day. I am sure that you must be very busy after your days off for this trip, so I really appreciate that you saved time and wrote it. I am regretful that time was quite limited! If you have a chance to come to Japan, please don't forget to visit Niigata again! Best regards Koichi Sato
        Written 6 December 2023
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        Sarah S.
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        A great tour of the highlights of Nikko and our tour guide, Karen, was fantastic. She was knowledgeable, kind, and professional but caring - it was like being shown around a new town by a relative who lived there. We saw Toshu-Go, Futarasan Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, Renno-Ji, and one other scenic overlook; I felt satisfied with the itinerary and Karen provided great background information on what we were seeing.

        My one warning, completely unrelated to the guide or the tour company but important: if you take this or any Nikko tour in winter, for the love of all things holy, WEAR GLOVES. 😭
        Written 20 December 2022
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        Thank you for visiting Nikko and I really appreciate your kind review. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. It's nice that you tried to speak with me in Japanese and had a nice conversation. Next time you'll visit Japan, I hope we can talk in my native tongue (Japanese). Karen
        Written 27 December 2022
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        Papetina
        Bogota, Colombia3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2024 • Friends
        Our wonderful guide was Koichi Sato. We got to see Niigata from all the corners. But most of all Koichi made our day, he is a marvelous guide, always trying to help and to make us feel good. Fully recommended
        Written 11 October 2024
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        Thank you for saving time and posting a very kind review. I also enjoyed a whole day with you. I was surprised at your tireless energy! All members continued to walk, shop goods and take a lot of photos. I can't forget the smile of store clerks due to your big purchase! Please enjoy the remaining part of trip in Japan. Nos vemos!! Koichi
        Written 16 October 2024
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        TomN1955
        Los Angeles, CA6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Friends
        We spent the day in Niigata with guide Koichi Sato who was fabulous. Great guide with excellent command of English (lived in New York) and lots of great information. He was very friendly and - best of all - gave us some options as we went along. Can’t say enough good things about Ko! He was amazing.
        Written 7 April 2024
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        I believe that you and your members finally enjoyed full blooming of cherry blossoms in Kanazawa today! Thank you for posting a nice review about your tour in Niigata. You must be very busy for dairy sightseeing. I really appreciate your saving time to write it. Additionally, I have never seen such wonderful comments! Thank you again! I wish your continuous pleasant journey! Koichi Sato
        Written 9 April 2024
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        George R
        5 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Family
        It was very satisfying to visit historic and cultural sites to get a taste of Niigata's history. A beautiful day in the park, cherry blossoms and All.
        Written 14 April 2024
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        Thank you for your saving time and posting kind comments. It was a wonderful day with the perfect weather and full bloom of cherry blossoms. I also enjoyed the whole day with you! I am quite impressed that you actively travel not only in Japan but all over the world! Please stop over in Niigata again at your next visit to Japan! Koichi Sato
        Written 15 April 2024
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        Ken M
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2024 • Couples
        If you want a great look at Niigata with a mix of history, culture, cuisine and good fun then Koichi is the best man for the job.
        Written 10 January 2024
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        The guide agency told me that you kindly posted the review of your tour in Niigata. Thank you very much for your nice comments. I also enjoyed the tour with you the other day! ' I think you would visit Japan again as your daughter lives in Tokyo. If you can spare some time, please come to Niigata again. I always welcome you! Koichi Sato
        Written 11 January 2024
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        Grace R
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2023 • Family
        We had so much fun touring Niigata with Koishi! Koishi actually found some of our relatives that we were able to meet as well. He went above and beyond and was able to give us an outstanding experience. I would recommend Koishi to anyone he is super friendly and so nice! We appreciate everything he has done for me and my family.
        Written 29 June 2023
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        Thank you for your visiting Niigata this time. I also really enjoy the trip with you all. It was wonderful that you bought a lot of our local products, such as kitchenware and lacquerware. We are happy if you are satisfied with the quality of Niigata products and use them at your home. And your good appetite for Japanese sake and food! I was astonished that your daughters cleared the bowl of rice in a flash! Every memory was so nice! Additionally, thank you for your kind and thoughtful review for me. I can be never happier! I wish I could meet you again. Please enjoy your remaining schedule in Japan. Best regards. Koichi Sato
        Written 2 July 2023
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        DON
        5 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2022
        Mindy was a wonderful guide. She asked us what we were interested in before our tour, and then created a custom experience for us! It was perfect, and so was she, we had a great day!
        Written 11 December 2022
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        Thank you very much for your great review. Thanks to you, we successfully visited a variety of spots within only six hours, including the Japan Sea, the sake brewery, the fish and vegetable markets, and the traditional farmer’s house with a garden. The local people also looked happy to communicate with you. I was glad that we had such a wonderful time with you. Thank you. Best regards, Mindy
        Written 27 December 2022
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