At Minato no Marche Pier Bandai, you can find all kinds of delicious foods from Niigata. There is a wide selection of freshly harvested fish from the Sea of Japan, vegetables directly delivered from local farms, seasonal fruits, delicious meats, and Niigata brand rice and famous sake.
The market also has several restaurants, so you can enjoy all of Niigata’s gourmet foods in one place. You may want to visit a sushi restaurant to enjoy fresh fish, go to a shop with delicious “kaisendon” (sashimi rice bowl), stop into an Italian restaurant or enjoy a trendy cafe.
Pier Bandai marked its 10th anniversary in 2020 and to celebrate, they renovated the Pecan Terrace. This wide-open space is furnished with a 180-inch monitor, cheerful hanging parasols that ride the sea breeze, facilities for anyone to cook with and plenty of room to hang out with friends.
The large monitor provides information on food and sightseeing in Niigata Prefecture.
The market also holds regular events and is always crowded with people, both locals and tourists alike.
Highlights
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This market is a perfect spot to shop for delicious Niigata foods, as well as local specialty goods for souvenirs.
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Many high-quality restaurants line the market, including restaurants that provide super fresh sushi and kaisendon (sashimi rice bowl).
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The market is located within steps of Niigata tourist destinations like Bandai Bridge and Toki Messe, making it the perfect area for a little walking tour.