Tōkamachi city in Niigata prefecture is located in the beautiful country side, roughly 2 hours away from Tokyo.
Hokuetsu Express Hokuhoku Line at Tōkamachi Station
Located in the south part of Niigata Prefecture, Tōkamachi city is an area that experiences heavy snowfall, with 2-3 meters of snow in winter. The mineral-rich snow water makes this region famous for its major rice and vegetable production areas.
Let us introduce you to places to visit for great experiences in Tōkamachi.
The temperature difference between day and night is significant, which helps crops rest; the stress-free environment makes summer vegetables tasty. The vegetables are grown without chemicals and you can pick them to eat on the spot. They are fresh and juicy!
Tomatoes 
Eggplants 
Kagura pepper
Vegan cuisine does not contain any animal products such as meat, fish, egg, or dairy. Vegan sushi, made with mainly vegetables, is colorful and enhances the umami flavor of the vegetables.
Vegan sushi 
From left: eggplant, lotus root, cucumber, fried kabocha squash, nori-rolled maitake mushroom tempura, asparagus, zucchini-rolled tomato gunkan-maki (battleship roll), dragon roll
“Tsumari Beer” is a craft beer brewery founded last year in Tōkamachi city. Up-and-coming “Gosetsu Pale Ale” is a standard-style beer which is easy to drink. This beer received the bronze medal at a beer competition held in Japan. The Japanese-style design of the brand logo is stunning, featuring the Chinese phoenix with tails of rice grains.
Brewery 
Tsumari beer
One of the most famous specialties in Tōkamachi city is called Hegi Soba. The delectable soba noodles, served in small bite-sized portions, have smooth, chewy, firm texture. Try Hegi Soba when you visit!
