Minatopia: Niigata City History Museum

I am not really interested in history but the outlook of building is attractive so I went there. The visiting date is 8/4 ( Friday ) and cost ¥300/ adult. An interesting place with some English descriptions and most are Japanese. Many models that I may get little bit understanding about history. Not much people inside, small place and I stayed for 1 hour only.

An interesting place to learn about Niigata’s past. The museum admission ticket is only ¥300. For travelers with kids, there is an activity area and a library on the first floor for free. After the tour in the museum, there are other historical landmarks to visit within the vicinity. This time of the year, I bumped into few locals carrying some picnic essentials so I assume, it is allowed at certain areas. *Photos taken on April 5th.

Maybe not as interesting for non Japanese visitors but might as well stop by if you're in Niigata.

The museum has a great permanent exhibition with online English audio guide (bring earphones). Also we met people weaving, spinning, and making old fashioned toys...they showed us their skills and it was really nice.

Great view of the harbor from the museum side. Learn some historical information of Niigata and surrounding areas.