Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Niigata
Visit Higashi Ward
Popular places to visit
Bandai Bridge
Bandai Bridge is just one of the places to see in Niigata, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Denka Big Swan Stadium
Catch an event at Denka Big Swan Stadium during your trip to Niigata. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area.
Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata
Catch an event at Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata during your trip to Niigata. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Niigata Furusato Village
You can do some window-shopping at Niigata Furusato Village during your trip to Niigata. Take in the entertainment choices and hot springs in the area.
Hakusan Shrine
You can learn about the history of Niigata with a visit to Hakusan Shrine. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
Toki Messe
Learn about the events happening in Toki Messe during your trip to Niigata. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Things to do
Niigata Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Niigata Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Niigata: Japanese Seafood Culture & Local Market Walk
Top hotels in Higashi Ward
Hotel Global View Niigata
Japanese style breakfast with a wide variety rice, soup, and vegetable dishes. The fruit and juices were very sweet. I love having a salad course for breakfast. There were a few pastries available. The staff was polite and courteous. The room was clean.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Court Hotel Niigata
Central location, all amenities worked, very cheap price and just a small surcharge for breakfast. Very helpful front-desk young lady and a range of extras like iced drinks in the reception area, including ice cubes.
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Dormy Inn Niigata Natural Hot Spring
Hotel Sunroute Niigata
Excellent staff but terrible smelling rooms. The whole place reeks of cigarette smoke.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Nikko Niigata
Hotel is good. Room is very spacious and our view is very good. Bathroom has all The basic bath amenities. Only downside is the sewerage smell from the toilet. The hotel Chinese restaurant, Tho Lee, is excellent. They serve all you can eat dim sum for lunch fantastic.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
Nuttari
Nuttari might not have many top sights, but Jotokuji Temple and Pier Bandai are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chuo Ward
If you're spending some time in Chuo Ward, Toyanogata Park and Denka Big Swan Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Konan Ward
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Konan Ward and surrounding area, you can visit Hard Off Eco Stadium Niigata and Denka Big Swan Stadium.
Kita Ward
While visiting Kita Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Racecourse and Fukushimagata Lagoon Water Park.
Nishi Ward
While visiting Nishi Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Niigata Furusato Village and Herb Land Season.
Akiha Ward
If you're spending some time in Akiha Ward, Akiha Park and Niitsu Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
