Title: Things to Do in Joetsu in 2026 | Expedia.com [Joetsu Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Joetsu.dx6056288)[Hotels in Joetsu](https://expedia.com/Joetsu-Hotels.d6056288.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Joetsu](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Joetsu.d6056288.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Joetsu](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Joetsu.d6056288.Car-Rental-Guide)[Joetsu Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Joetsu.d6056288.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Joetsu ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Joetsu Types of activities [Joetsu Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Joetsu.dx6056288) ![Takada castle during cherry blossom season in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056288/6dc98df7-d1c4-48a2-8da3-82baad26b2da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Takada castle during cherry blossom season in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056288/6dc98df7-d1c4-48a2-8da3-82baad26b2da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Illumination of Takada Castle at Takada Castle Ruins Park in Spring, Joetsu, Niigata, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056288/256a649c-ae47-45f7-be1b-02608e07b6dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Takada Castle with Sakura Tree in Spring at Takada Castle Ruins Park, Joetsu, Niigata, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056288/42427862-a941-409b-b81f-38ec58a1545f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![小村峠](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056288/d9b826f3-b4f6-4b98-bd30-aed3069c966a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056288/d9b826f3-b4f6-4b98-bd30-aed3069c966a.jpg) by [vlk807](https://www.panoramio.com/user/1043361?with_photo_id=8393639) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Joetsu | Number of things to do | 8 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Joetsu Ski Resort Day Trip from Tokyo: Lift Pass Included](/things-to-do/joetsu-ski-resort-day-trip-from-tokyo-lift-pass-included.a51546134.activity-details): $77 | | Top 5 things to do | [Joetsu Ski Resort Day Trip from Tokyo: Lift Pass Included](/things-to-do/joetsu-ski-resort-day-trip-from-tokyo-lift-pass-included.a51546134.activity-details)[From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details)[1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details)[Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details)[Snow Monkey and Hokusai Museum Experience](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-hokusai-museum-experience.a51214334.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Joetsu Ski Resort Day Trip from Tokyo: Lift Pass Included](/things-to-do/joetsu-ski-resort-day-trip-from-tokyo-lift-pass-included.a51546134.activity-details)[From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details)[1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details)[Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details)[Snow Monkey and Hokusai Museum Experience](/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-hokusai-museum-experience.a51214334.activity-details) | ## What to do in Joetsu --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Joetsu? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Joetsu #### Takada Castle Learn about the local history of Joetsu when you take a trip to Takada Castle. Wander the parks and lakeside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Takada-Castle-Joetsu.d553248621562275164.Vacation-Attraction) #### Takada Park Explore the great outdoors at Takada Park, a lovely green space in Joetsu. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.com/Takada-Park-Joetsu.d553248621532775550.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cupid Valley Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Joetsu with a visit to Cupid Valley Ski Resort. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Cupid-Valley-Ski-Resort-Joetsu.d553248621562275161.Vacation-Attraction) #### Joetsu Municipal Aquarium Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Joetsu Municipal Aquarium during your travels in Joetsu. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Joetsu-Municipal-Aquarium-Joetsu.d553248621532775548.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kasugayama Castle You can learn about the history of Joetsu with a trip to Kasugayama Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Kasugayama-Castle-Joetsu.d553248621532775545.Vacation-Attraction) #### Myoko Sunshine Land Bring the kids to Myoko Sunshine Land and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Joetsu. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Myoko-Sunshine-Land-Joetsu.d553248634126819785.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Japanease Memorial Museum of Skiing You can study the exhibits at The Japanease Memorial Museum of Skiing, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Joetsu. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/The-Japanease-Memorial-Museum-Of-Skiing-Joetsu.d553248621532775543.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kanayasan Ski Area Hit the slopes in Joetsu with a visit to Kanayasan Ski Area. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Kanayasan-Ski-Area-Joetsu.d553248621532775542.Vacation-Attraction) #### Official Residence of Past Division Leader Learn about the local history of Joetsu when you spend time at Official Residence of Past Division Leader. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Official-Residence-Of-Past-Division-Leader-Joetsu.d553248621562275162.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Joetsu ![Myoko featuring tranquil scenes, mountains and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131089/3c29270a-b4d6-4f1a-b428-04608a243ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Myoko ![Dragon dance festival at Hakusanjinja (shrine) in Niigata prefecture. An annual festival where the God-children dance all afternoon, their feet never touching the earth. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152302/a12e1fc8-4ae2-4eab-a9b0-a414d4ed1ecd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Itoigawa ![青海川駅](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152303/c1265443-bfa5-440f-af8c-62aa3813952b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [くろふね](https://www.panoramio.com/user/1474640?with_photo_id=11747562) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Kashiwazaki ![Sado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6199635/9a61fd1f-763e-45ab-a2b4-981a17aa8220.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sado ![Beautiful view of the Chikuma river in Iiyama city,Nagano, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264966/0f3202f8-0eb9-4876-b89a-6f5588cb19f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Iiyama ![Japan, Ishikawa Prefecture, Suzu City, Mitsuke Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775438/cdc370ca-c685-4ba2-9408-860e5abd8fa9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Suzu ![View from Mount Naeba in Nagano and Niigata prefectures, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347410/862f5340-63f5-4936-8c4a-b2904bedf202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0) by [Takuya ASADA](https://www.flickr.com/people/76861565@N00) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ### Sakae ![Matsunoyamamatsuguchi, Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture 942-1411, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352397/e7093aea-b08e-400f-87e2-a0bd77bee8c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tokamachi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Joetsu worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Joetsu? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Joetsu? ### Is three days enough to stay in Joetsu? ### What are some activities to do in Joetsu with kids? > - [Joetsu Ski Resort Day Trip from Tokyo: Lift Pass Included](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/joetsu-ski-resort-day-trip-from-tokyo-lift-pass-included.a51546134.activity-details) > - [From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/winter-only-from-nozawa-onsen-snow-monkeys-zenko-ji-sake.a49621300.activity-details) > - [1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-zenko-ji-winter-tour-from-nozawa-iiyama.a3061817.activity-details) > - [Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/myoko-and-madarao-day-tour-snow-monkeys-zenkoji-and-sake.a49965765.activity-details) > - [Snow Monkey and Hokusai Museum Experience](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/snow-monkey-and-hokusai-museum-experience.a51214334.activity-details) ### What to do in Joetsu for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Joetsu? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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