๐ Articles about Nagano
Utsukushigahara Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices
A calm spa town east of Matsumoto, long cherished for its gentle alkaline healing waters.โฆ
Norikura Kogen Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices
A highland spa at the foot of Mount Norikura, with milky-white spring water and alpine sceโฆ
Tateshina Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices
A highland spa resort spread across the foothills of the Yatsugatake range and Mount Tatesโฆ
Nakabusa Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices
A secluded spa at the foot of the Northern Alps, rich with natural steam and many source sโฆ
Asama Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices (Nagano)
Matsumotos historic parlor spa, with alkaline simple waters prized as gentle on the skin.โฆ
Shirahone Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices
Milky-white waters welling up on the eastern slope of Mount Norikura, with a secluded mounโฆ
Hirugami Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices
A spa in Achi Village famous for some of Japans finest starry skies and smooth, skin-lovinโฆ
Shibu Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices (Nagano)
A 1,300-year-old spa town with nine public baths to tour in a yukata along nostalgic streeโฆ
Nozawa Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access (Nagano)
A snow-country spa town with thirteen free public baths and the steaming Ogama hot field.โฆ
Bessho Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access (Nagano)
Naganos oldest hot spring, the Kamakura of Shinshu, with old temples and three public bathโฆ
Azumino Wasabi: One of Japans Great Wasabi Lands
Azumino wasabi is real wasabi grown in pure spring water, a specialty to enjoy at the Daioโฆ
Gohei-mochi: The Fragrant Snack of the Kiso Road
Gohei-mochi is pounded rice coated in walnut miso sauce and grilled, a fragrant specialty โฆ
Shinshu Beef: Naganos Brand Beef Raised in Clear Nature
Shinshu beef is a Nagano brand raised in rich nature, with fine marbling and deep umami toโฆ
Inago no Tsukudani: Naganos Traditional Insect Cuisine
Inago no tsukudani is a sweet-savory grasshopper dish from the Ina valley, a traditional pโฆ
Basashi: Naganos Horse Meat Tradition of the Ina Valley
Basashi is fresh horse sashimi cherished in the Ina valley, a distinctive part of Naganos โฆ
Nozawana-zuke: Naganos Winter Pickle from Nozawa Onsen
Nozawana-zuke is a beloved winter pickle born in Nozawa Onsen, with roots tied to Kenmei-jโฆ
Shinshu Miso: The Fermented Pride of Nagano
Shinshu miso accounts for much of Japans output, crafted at breweries across Nagano includโฆ
Sanzoku-yaki: Matsumotos Juicy Fried Chicken
Sanzoku-yaki is a hearty chicken dish from the Matsumoto and Shiojiri area, marinated in gโฆ
Oyaki: Naganos Homestyle Stuffed Dumpling
Oyaki is Naganos soul food, a wheat dumpling filled with vegetables or sweet bean and enjoโฆ
Shinshu Soba: The Fragrant Buckwheat Pride of Nagano
Discover Shinshu soba, the aromatic buckwheat noodle nurtured by Naganos cool highland cliโฆ
Kiso Valley Post Towns Narai Tsumago and Magome Course
Visit the post towns of the old Kiso road, walking from Narai to Tsumago and Magome.โฆ
Jigokudani Snow Monkeys and Shibu Onsen One Day Course
Meet wild monkeys bathing in a hot spring, then hop between baths in retro Shibu Onsen.โฆ
Karuizawa Resort One Day Course Around the Station
A highland resort reachable by bullet train, walkable from Old Karuizawa to Kumoba Pond.โฆ
Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi One Day Course
Tour the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, then head to the clear streams of Kamikochi.โฆ
Nagano City and Zenkoji Temple One Day Walking Course
From Nagano Station to Zenkoji, enjoy the temple town and the historic approach in one dayโฆ
Yonako Falls: Twin Cascades at a Sacred Ascetic Site in Suzaka
Deep in the mountains of Suzaka City hang the 89-meter Fudo Falls and the 82-meter Gongen โฆ
Shinkai Sansha Shrine: Sakus Head Shrine with a Treasured Three-Story Pagoda
An ancient shrine in Saku City said to be the head shrine of the Saku region. Spoken of asโฆ
Tateshina Shrine: An Ancient Shrine of Childbirth Honoring Mount Tateshina
A village shrine in Tateshina-machi that enshrines Mount Tateshina as its sacred body. Witโฆ
Hakuja Shrine: A Shrine of Good Fortune Honoring Uedas White Serpent
A shrine in Ueda City honoring the spirit of a white serpent. Affectionately called Hakujaโฆ
Bunguitoge: A Zero Magnetic Field Power Spot on the Median Tectonic Line
A 1,424-meter mountain pass on the border of Ina City and Oshika Village. Sitting on the Mโฆ
Kaminari Falls: A Powerful Cascade Viewed from Behind in Takayama Village
A famous waterfall of about 30 meters along the Matsukawa gorge in Takayama Village. The rโฆ
Jokoji: The Karita Yakushi, a Temple of Protection in Obuse
An old Shingon temple at the foot of Mount Karita in Obuse. Affectionately called the Kariโฆ
Nishina Shinmeigu: A National Treasure Preserving Japans Oldest Shinmei Style
An ancient shrine in Omachi City tied to the Grand Shrine of Ise. Its main hall, middle gaโฆ
Ikushima-Tarushima Shrine: An Ancient Shrine Where the Earth Itself Is the Deity
An ancient shrine in the Shimonogo area of Ueda City. Its main hall stands on a sacred islโฆ
Minakamiyama: A Mysterious Sacred Mountain in Matsushiro, Nagano
A 659-meter lava dome rising over the Matsushiro district of Nagano City. Long revered as โฆ
5 Photogenic Buildings & Townscapes in Nagano
Nagano Prefecture isn't just about the magnificent Alps!โฆ
Top 5 Photogenic Gourmet Foods & Souvenirs of Nagano
Nagano is full of gourmet treats born from Shinshu's great nature and artisan skill that mโฆ
5 Photogenic Spectacular Spots in Nagano
Nagano Prefecture is a treasure trove of spectacular views that take your breath away everโฆ
5 Photogenic Power Spots of Nagano
Nagano Prefecture is dotted with sacred sites so beautiful they take your breath away.โฆ
Nagano Winter Travel: Hakuba Ski, Nozawa Onsen & Snow Monkeys
Each time powder snow flutters down, the mountains of Nagano transform into a silver-whiteโฆ
Nagano Autumn Foliage: Kamikochi, Karasawa Cirque & Shiga Highland
Breathtaking red, blazing orange, golden hues that let light throughโ.โฆ
Nagano Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots
Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Nagano. Spring sakura viewing guide wiโฆ
Nagano Local Gourmet Guide: Shinshu Soba
Discover Nagano''s unique local cuisine including ไฟกๅทใใฐ. A food lover''s guide to the best โฆ
Rainy Day in Nagano: Best Indoor Spots & Activities
Don't let the rain stop you in Nagano! Discover top indoor attractions including ๅฝๅฎๅๅ ๅฏบๅ ้จ, โฆ
Nagano Food Guide: Shinshu Soba, Oyaki & Sanzoku-yaki
Nagano is Japan's leading buckwheat region. Enjoy earthy Shinshu soba, rustic vegetable-fiโฆ
Jigokudani Monkey Park: World's Only Place to See Japanese Macaques Bathing in Hot Springs
Jigokudani Monkey Park in Yamanouchi Town, Nagano is the world's only place to closely obsโฆ
Narai-juku: Treasure of Nakasendo with Complete Edo-Period Post Town Remaining
Narai-juku with the oldest townscape remaining among Nakasendo's 69 post towns. About 1km โฆ
Obuse: Town of Chestnuts and Hokusai Loved by Katsushika Hokusai
Obuse Town, Nagano is where Katsushika Hokusai spent his later years. Famous for Hokusai Mโฆ
Suwa Lake: Shinshu Lake Colored by Omiwatari Ice Ridges and Fireworks
Suwa Lake, Nagano's largest lake. Symbol of Shinshu famous for winter ice ridges "Omiwatarโฆ
Togakushi Shrine: Sacred Mountain of Faith with Beautiful Approach to Inner Shrine
Togakushi Mountain said to be the setting of the Amano-Iwato myth. Pilgrimage to the innerโฆ
Nozawa Onsen: Winter Paradise of Shinshu Where Ski and Hot Springs Fuse
Nozawa Onsen Village, Nagano is a village where one of Japan's leading ski resorts and hotโฆ
Norikura Highland: Highland Resort Spreading at the Foot of the Majestic Norikura-dake
Norikura Highland spreading at the foot of Norikura-dake (3,026m) straddling Nagano and Giโฆ
Azumino Wasabi: Japan's Top Wasabi Fields Nurtured by North Alps Spring Water
Azumino City, Nagano is Japan's top wasabi production area. The refreshing flavor of wasabโฆ
Shinshu Soba: Superb Hand-Cut Noodles from Japan's Top Soba Region
Shinshu soba, pride of Nagano Prefecture, Japan's number one soba production area. Hand-cuโฆ
Ueda Castle: Impregnable Castle Where Sanada Masayuki Defeated Tokugawa Twice
Ueda Castle built by Sanada Masayuki, father of Sanada Yukimura. Castle ruins that repelleโฆ
Yudanaka and Shibu Onsen: Historical Hot Springs with Enjoyable Nine Public Bath Touring
Yudanaka and Shibu Onsen in Yamanouchi Town, Nagano are historical hot spring resorts withโฆ
Kiso Valley: Walking the Historical Highway with Post Towns of Nakasendo
Kiso Valley with Nakasendo post towns lined along the Kiso River flowing through southwestโฆ
Tateshina Highland: Shinshu Highland Resort Where Shirakaba Lake and Megami Lake Shine
Tateshina Highland in Chino City, Nagano is a refreshing summer resort with lakes includinโฆ
Shinshu Apple: Superb Taste Proud of Japan's Top Apple Production Area
Nagano Prefecture is Japan's 2nd largest apple production area. Varieties born in Shinshu โฆ
Komoro Castle and Kaiko-en Park: Ancient Shinshu Castle and Sakura Loved by Toson Shimazaki
Komoro Castle, one of "Japan's 100 Famous Castles." A journey of literature and sakura at โฆ
Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks: Japan's Largest Class Fireworks Coloring Suwa Lake
Suwa Lake Festival where about 40,000 fireworks are launched every August 15. A journey saโฆ
Kiso Woodcraft and Lacquerware: Shinshu Traditional Craft Born from Forest's Bounty
Kiso lacquerware and woodcraft utilizing Kiso's rich forest resources are Shinshu's proud โฆ
Iida City and Puppet Theater: World's Largest Puppet Theater Capital, Shinshu Iida
Iida City, Nagano is famous as "Japan's number one puppet theater town." International pupโฆ
Nakasendo Walking: Highway Journey Becoming an Edo-Period Traveler
A leisurely walking journey through the Nagano Prefecture section of the Nakasendo, one ofโฆ
North Alps Panorama: Spectacular Scenery Woven by Snow-Remaining Peaks and Azumino Fields
Grand panorama of North Alps seen from Azumino, Nagano. The contrast of spring snow-remainโฆ
Kamikochi โ Japan's Premier Highland Resort and Northern Alps
Discover Kamikochi, a pristine alpine valley in the Japanese Alps surrounded by soaring peโฆ
Zenkoji Temple and Matsumoto Castle โ A Journey Through Shinshu History and Culture
Visit the beloved Zenkoji Temple in Nagano city and the stunning black-walled Matsumoto Caโฆ
Shiga Kogen and Hakuba โ Enjoying Winter at Japan's Largest Ski Resort
Hit the slopes at Shiga Kogen and Hakuba, two of Japan's premier ski areas in the Northernโฆ
Togakushi Shrine Inner Shrine โ The Mountain Power Spot of the Heavenly Rock Cave Legend
Hike the cedar-lined path to Togakushi Shrine's inner sanctum, one of Nagano's most powerfโฆ
Zenkoji Temple โ The Renowned Temple Welcoming All People Across Sects
Visit Zenkoji Temple in Nagano City, a beloved pilgrimage site that welcomes all regardlesโฆ
Kamikochi โ The Mystical Highland Paradise of the Japanese Alps
Explore Kamikochi's pristine alpine wilderness in the Northern Japan Alps, a sacred valleyโฆ