Spend your next summer in Japan snorkeling with fish, tanning on the beach, and relishing fresh seafood delicacies in Niigata prefecture’s Kashiwazaki! To locals, it’s a quick escape for the ultimate summer holiday, while outside Niigata it remains virtually unknown. This makes it perfect for seasoned Japan travelers looking to uncover hidden gems free from tourist takeovers! Where is Kashiwazaki? Kashiwazaki is a region of Niigata prefecture on the south-central side of the coast. Its modest population of just 81,000 makes it a quiet, peaceful town that still retains most city conveniences. Its weather is characterized by hot, humid summers and freezing snowy winters.   The city itself is … Continue reading Kashiwazaki – Niigata’s Summer Paradise!