04/08/2026
Visit the Wara Art Festival! It’s a Celebration You’ll Only Find in Niigata!✨🌾
Giant sculptures made from rice straw are the stars of the Wara Art Festival, found only in Japan’s leading rice-producing region! Their incredible size and playful designs are sure to impress. They also make great photos! 📸
This popular festival returns every year, with a brand-new collection of spectacular straw creations to enjoy. Experience this warm, uniquely local celebration and make unforgettable memories in Niigata.🥰
🗓️ Dates: August 29 (Sat) – October 31 (Sat)
🔗 Details: https://www-nvcb-or-jp.translate.goog/event/detail_1344.html?_x_tr_sl=ja&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=ja
📍 MAP: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gDBzSMdXmBNnaiGp8
Niigata City is only about two hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen!
👇 Learn more about Niigata City here:
https://www.nvcb.or.jp/multilingual/