Yahiko, Japan
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Local name: 弥彦村 Population: 7.8 thous. (2019)Area: 9.72 mi²Elevation: 184 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 37°42'19"N, 138°49'41"E
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Yahiko Top Attractions

Yahiko Attractions - What to See and Explore

Yahiko offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Yahiko Shrine, Ayamezuka Kofun, Noto Hantō Quasi-National Park, Nishikanbara District. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • yahiko shrine
    Sacred and religious sites • Temple

    Yahiko Shrine

    Yahiko jinja, also known as Iyahiko-jinja is a Shinto shrine in the Yahiko neighborhood of the village of Yahiko, Nishikanbara District, Niigata Prefecture, Japan.

  • ayamezuka kofun yahiko location map
    Archaeological site

    Ayamezuka Kofun

    The Ayamezuka Kofun is a keyhole-shaped kofun burial mound located in the Takenomachi neighborhood of Nishikan-ku, Niigata in the Hokuriku region of Japan. The tumulus was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 1938.

  • noto hanto quasi national park yahiko
    Park

    Noto Hantō Quasi-National Park

    Noto Hantō Quasi-National Park is a quasi-national park covering a portion of Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa Prefecture and Toyama Prefecture in Japan. It is rated a protected landscape according to the IUCN.

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Day trips

Yahiko – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Yahiko, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Denka Big Swan Stadium (Niigata), Niigata Prefectural Baseball Stadium (Niigata), Shibata Castle (Shibata).

  • denka big swan stadium niigata18 milesNE
    Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

    Denka Big Swan Stadium, Niigata

    Nestled in the bustling city of Niigata, Japan, the Denka Big Swan Stadium stands as a modern coliseum of sports and entertainment. Built in 2001, this multi-purpose venue has quickly become a centerpiece of the city's cultural and athletic life.

  • niigata prefectural baseball stadium18 milesNE
    Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

    Niigata Prefectural Baseball Stadium, Niigata

    Niigata Prefectural Baseball Stadium is a baseball stadium in Niigata, Niigata opened on July 1, 2009. It is primarily used for baseball and is the home of the Niigata Albirex Baseball Club. The stadium hosted one NPB All-Star Game in 2010.

  • shibata castle32 milesNE
    Historical place, Forts and castles

    Shibata Castle, Shibata

    Shibata Castle is a flatland-style Japanese castle located in the city of Shibata, Niigata Prefecture, Japan. Throughout the Edo period, Shibata Castle was home to the Mizoguchi clan, daimyō of Shibata Domain. The castle was also known as "Ayame-jō".

  • niigata city history museum20 milesNE
    Museum, History museum

    Niigata City History Museum, Niigata

    Niigata City History Museum is a museum in Chūō-ku, Niigata, Japan. It is also called MINATOPIA.

  • northern culture museum niigata20 milesNE
    Museum, History museum

    Northern Culture Museum, Niigata

    Northern Culture Museum is an open-air museum in Kōnan-ku, Niigata, Japan. It contains the well known mansion of a wealthy farming family called gōnō, gardens and houses from the Edo period. There is also a branch in Chūō-ku, Niigata.

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Best Time To Visit Yahiko

Learn when is the best time to travel to Yahiko weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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November is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May and July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in April and May. Most of it rains in December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Yahiko?

The top attractions to visit in Yahiko are:

What is the best time to visit Yahiko?

November is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May and July. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

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