Making the most of Naha Niigata
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
Ships berth at West Port Yamanoshita Wharf, which is 4 km from the city centre. Shuttle transport is provided.
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Facing the Sea of Japan to the north-west, Niigata is an attractive city surrounded by a landscape of rice fields. It is one of Japan's principal agricultural cities, and its port is an important transport hub with convenient air, rail and sea connections.
Money
The Japanese currency is the yen. Available notes are ¥10,000;¥5,000 and ¥1,000, and coin denominations are ¥500, ¥100, ¥50, ¥10, ¥5 and ¥1.