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Nishikigoi no Sato

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Nishikigoi no Sato

錦鯉の里

Niigata · Chubu

Nishikigoi no Sato is a unique facility dedicated to the breeding and showcasing of Nishikigoi, or koi fish. Visitors can enjoy beautiful ponds filled with these colorful fish and learn about their care and breeding techniques.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on larger cities and miss this serene spot dedicated to a traditional Japanese art.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.0· 1,092 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Website
nishikigoinosato.jp

Today

9:00–17:00

Stored weekly hours

Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to get there

From Nagoya Station · ~5h 23m by car

Tags

koiculture

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