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Niigata

Japan · Port

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Ships calling
4ships
Upcoming sailings
50sailings
Average stay
9hours

Niigata city is the capital of Niigata prefecture and faces the Japan Sea on the island of Honshu, the largest of the four islands that comprise Japan. With a population of 810,000, Niigata is the largest Honshu city along the Japan Sea coast. The city is located at 300 km northwest of Tokyo and the bullet train would take you there in only two hours. Niigata offers four distinct seasons throughout the year, and people may find the winter season to be the best time to visit as many people would come for winter sports such as skiing or snowboarding. However, you will find the place abundantly beautiful throughout the year as well. Niigata is famous for growing rice as well as fresh seafood. If you try white rice without any seasonings, you would be able to taste the difference and appreciate its flavour. Thanks to the quality of the rice, they produce great Sake in the area. If you have time, why don’t you extend your journey to one of the famous Sake Brewery?

Cruises visiting Niigata32

23-night round-trip cruise from TokyoMar 29(Mon) · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 5,990,000
24-night round-trip cruise from TokyoApr 8(Thu) · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 6,130,000
13-night round-trip cruise from TokyoApr 8(Thu) · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 3,750,000
20-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaMay 8(Sat) +4 more · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 3,910,000
9-night round-trip cruise from TokyoMay 9(Sun) · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 2,480,000
20-night round-trip cruise from TokyoMay 9(Sun) +1 more · Sapphire Princess
Per person fromKRW 3,510,000
10-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaMay 18(Tue) +4 more · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 1,970,000
18-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaJun 23(Wed) +1 more · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 3,690,000
9-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaJul 2(Fri) +2 more · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 1,760,000
19-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaJul 2(Fri) +4 more · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 3,520,000
28-night round-trip cruise from TokyoSep 26(Sun) · Noordam
Per person fromKRW 9,510,000
17-night round-trip cruise from YokohamaOct 3(Sun) +1 more · Diamond Princess
Per person fromKRW 3,960,000

Showing the next 12 cruises out of 32 visiting this port.

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Cruise lines calling here

  • Holland America Line
  • Norwegian Cruise Line
  • Princess Cruises

Cruise port in Japan

Niigata

Allow about 20 min each way from the terminal to the city center. Average time in port: 9 hours. 22 places to explore.

Ships calling here
4 ships
Upcoming sailings
50 sailings
Average time in port
About 9 hours
Lowest fare
From USD 1,234

Photo by Susann Schuster on Unsplash

After disembarking

Cruise ships dock at Niigata cruise terminals. Allow about 20 min each way from the terminal to the city center.

  • 2 cruise terminals

    The assigned dock is one of North Side of Yamano-shita Pier, Niigata West Port, Niigata East Port Central Pier and varies by sailing.

  • Cruise Berthing at Niigata Port Yamano-shita Pier and Getting Around

    Large cruise ships mainly berth at Yamano-shita Pier in Niigata West Port. Bandai City shopping district and JR Niigata Station are about 15–20 minutes away by shuttle bus or taxi.

  • How to Taste Sake at Ponshukan

    At Ponshukan in JR Niigata Station, buy 5 coins for 500 yen and use them to sample freely from about 90 representative sakes from across Niigata Prefecture at a dedicated sake vending machine.

  • Pia Bandai Seafood Market

    Pia Bandai on the Shinano River waterfront is a Niigata food destination with Benkei conveyor-belt sushi serving fish shipped directly from Sado Island, a fish market, produce shops, and local cafes.

About 9 hours in port: where can you go?

Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.

Return travel Time at destination

Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.

Between the terminal, city and airport

Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.

ShuttleAbout 20 minJPY 0~JPY 500

Yamanoshita Wharf Cruise Terminal → Bandai City Bus Center

Take the cruise line or port-call shuttle operating in front of the terminal and get off in front of Bandai City Bus Center.

TaxiAbout 15 minJPY 2,200~JPY 2,800

Yamanoshita Wharf Cruise Terminal → JR Niigata Station

Take a taxi at the stand in front of the terminal directly to the Bandai exit of JR Niigata Station.

WalkAbout 10 minJPY 0

JR Niigata Station Bandai Exit → Bandai Bridge

Exit from the Bandai side of JR Niigata Station and walk northwest along Higashi-Odori for 12 minutes to the south end of Bandai Bridge.

FerryAbout 15 minJPY 400~JPY 600

Minatopia Pier → Toki Messe & Pia Bandai

Take the Shinano River water shuttle from Minatopia pier to Toki Messe pier or Bandai Terrace pier.

Niigata places to explore

Explore 22 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.

Northern Culture Museum
Sights

Northern Culture Museum

This grand 65-room farmhouse residence was home to the Ito family, major landowners in the Echigo region. It displays a 150-year-old wisteria, a strolling tea garden, and antique art.

Visit
about 1 hr 30 min
Admission
JPY 800

Located about 25 minutes southeast of central Niigata by bus or taxi.

Official website
Marinepia Nihonkai
Sights

Marinepia Nihonkai

This is the largest aquarium on the Sea of Japan coast, keeping about 30,000 animals across 600 species, with a focus on marine life native to the Sea of Japan.

Visit
about 1 hr 30 min
Admission
JPY 1,500

Check the outdoor dolphin show times when entering the aquarium.

Official website Google Maps
Hakusan Park
Sights

Hakusan Park

Designated in Meiji 6 as one of Japan's first urban parks, this peaceful retreat brings together a pond, cherry trees, tulip beds, and an elevated garden walkway.

Visit
about 40 min
Admission
Free

A quiet retreat selected as one of Japan’s 100 best urban parks.

Official website Google Maps
Befco Bakauke Observatory Room
Sights

Befco Bakauke Observatory Room

This free panoramic observation deck is on the 31st floor of the Toki Messe Convention Tower, 125 meters above ground. It offers 360-degree views of the Shinano River, the Sea of Japan, and Sado Island.

Visit
about 45 min
Admission
Free

Admission is free, and there is a lounge and café on the observation floor.

Official website Google Maps
Hakusan Shrine
Sights

Hakusan Shrine

With a history of at least 1,000 years, this is Niigata’s principal shrine. It enshrines deities of matchmaking and safe voyages, and features an elegant main hall and a red torii gate.

Visit
about 45 min
Admission
Free

The grounds connect directly to the walking paths in Shirayama Park, making it easy to visit both.

Official website Google Maps
Niigata City History Museum Minatopia
Sights

Niigata City History Museum Minatopia

Located at the mouth of the Shinano River, this museum exhibits the shipping and commercial history of Niigata, one of the five major ports opened to foreign trade in the modern era. The former customs house and Western-style bank building are preserved here.

Visit
about 1 hr
Admission
JPY 300

You can walk for free around the outdoor Western-style modern buildings.

Official website Google Maps

Cruises calling at Niigata

50 sailings are grouped into 32 cruises by ship and route.

32 cruises call at this port.

About Niigata

Niigata city is the capital of Niigata prefecture and faces the Japan Sea on the island of Honshu, the largest of the four islands that comprise Japan. With a population of 810,000, Niigata is the largest Honshu city along the Japan Sea coast. The city is located at 300 km northwest of Tokyo and the bullet train would take you there in only two hours. Niigata offers four distinct seasons throughout the year, and people may find the winter season to be the best time to visit as many people would come for winter sports such as skiing or snowboarding. However, you will find the place abundantly beautiful throughout the year as well. Niigata is famous for growing rice as well as fresh seafood. If you try white rice without any seasonings, you would be able to taste the difference and appreciate its flavour. Thanks to the quality of the rice, they produce great Sake in the area. If you have time, why don’t you extend your journey to one of the famous Sake Brewery?

Cruise lines calling here: 3 places

Holland America LineNorwegian Cruise LinePrincess Cruises

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