Often overshadowed by the lustrous mountains and great seas that frame the prefecture of which it shares its name, Niigata City is, by its own right, an alluring break from the routine. With a population slightly shy of a million, Niigata City has delicately embraced an urban aura while holding onto its small-town roots. To know the importance of the city, one must look to the past. The city has a long history, stretching many centuries, specifically due its port, facing the Sea of Japan. In World War 2 the port played an important role in moving troops to mainland Asia. Niigata City was seen as such a threat that … Continue reading Niigata City – An Urban Oasis