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The Japanese Alps, Zenkoji Temple, Kamikochi, and Matsumoto Castle converge here. Skiing in winter, alpine resorts in summer โ€” a year-round destination.

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Utsukushigahara Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A calm spa town east of Matsumoto, long cherished for its gentle alkaline healing waters.โ€ฆ

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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 sceโ€ฆ

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Tateshina Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A highland spa resort spread across the foothills of the Yatsugatake range and Mount Tatesโ€ฆ

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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 sโ€ฆ

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Asama Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices (Nagano)

Matsumotos historic parlor spa, with alkaline simple waters prized as gentle on the skin.โ€ฆ

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Shirahone Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

Milky-white waters welling up on the eastern slope of Mount Norikura, with a secluded mounโ€ฆ

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Hirugami Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A spa in Achi Village famous for some of Japans finest starry skies and smooth, skin-lovinโ€ฆ

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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 streeโ€ฆ

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Nozawa Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access (Nagano)

A snow-country spa town with thirteen free public baths and the steaming Ogama hot field.โ€ฆ

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Bessho Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access (Nagano)

Naganos oldest hot spring, the Kamakura of Shinshu, with old temples and three public bathโ€ฆ

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Azumino Wasabi: One of Japans Great Wasabi Lands

Azumino wasabi is real wasabi grown in pure spring water, a specialty to enjoy at the Daioโ€ฆ

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Gohei-mochi: The Fragrant Snack of the Kiso Road

Gohei-mochi is pounded rice coated in walnut miso sauce and grilled, a fragrant specialty โ€ฆ

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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 toโ€ฆ

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Inago no Tsukudani: Naganos Traditional Insect Cuisine

Inago no tsukudani is a sweet-savory grasshopper dish from the Ina valley, a traditional pโ€ฆ

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Basashi: Naganos Horse Meat Tradition of the Ina Valley

Basashi is fresh horse sashimi cherished in the Ina valley, a distinctive part of Naganos โ€ฆ

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Nozawana-zuke: Naganos Winter Pickle from Nozawa Onsen

Nozawana-zuke is a beloved winter pickle born in Nozawa Onsen, with roots tied to Kenmei-jโ€ฆ

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Shinshu Miso: The Fermented Pride of Nagano

Shinshu miso accounts for much of Japans output, crafted at breweries across Nagano includโ€ฆ

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Sanzoku-yaki: Matsumotos Juicy Fried Chicken

Sanzoku-yaki is a hearty chicken dish from the Matsumoto and Shiojiri area, marinated in gโ€ฆ

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Oyaki: Naganos Homestyle Stuffed Dumpling

Oyaki is Naganos soul food, a wheat dumpling filled with vegetables or sweet bean and enjoโ€ฆ

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Shinshu Soba: The Fragrant Buckwheat Pride of Nagano

Discover Shinshu soba, the aromatic buckwheat noodle nurtured by Naganos cool highland cliโ€ฆ

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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.โ€ฆ

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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.โ€ฆ

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Karuizawa Resort One Day Course Around the Station

A highland resort reachable by bullet train, walkable from Old Karuizawa to Kumoba Pond.โ€ฆ

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Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi One Day Course

Tour the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, then head to the clear streams of Kamikochi.โ€ฆ

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Nagano City and Zenkoji Temple One Day Walking Course

From Nagano Station to Zenkoji, enjoy the temple town and the historic approach in one dayโ€ฆ

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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 โ€ฆ

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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 asโ€ฆ

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Tateshina Shrine: An Ancient Shrine of Childbirth Honoring Mount Tateshina

A village shrine in Tateshina-machi that enshrines Mount Tateshina as its sacred body. Witโ€ฆ

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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 Hakujaโ€ฆ

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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 Mโ€ฆ

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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 rโ€ฆ

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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 Kariโ€ฆ

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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 gaโ€ฆ

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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 islโ€ฆ

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Minakamiyama: A Mysterious Sacred Mountain in Matsushiro, Nagano

A 659-meter lava dome rising over the Matsushiro district of Nagano City. Long revered as โ€ฆ

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5 Photogenic Buildings & Townscapes in Nagano

Nagano Prefecture isn't just about the magnificent Alps!โ€ฆ

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Top 5 Photogenic Gourmet Foods & Souvenirs of Nagano

Nagano is full of gourmet treats born from Shinshu's great nature and artisan skill that mโ€ฆ

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5 Photogenic Spectacular Spots in Nagano

Nagano Prefecture is a treasure trove of spectacular views that take your breath away everโ€ฆ

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5 Photogenic Power Spots of Nagano

Nagano Prefecture is dotted with sacred sites so beautiful they take your breath away.โ€ฆ

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Nagano Winter Travel: Hakuba Ski, Nozawa Onsen & Snow Monkeys

Each time powder snow flutters down, the mountains of Nagano transform into a silver-whiteโ€ฆ

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Nagano Autumn Foliage: Kamikochi, Karasawa Cirque & Shiga Highland

Breathtaking red, blazing orange, golden hues that let light throughโ€”.โ€ฆ

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Nagano Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots

Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Nagano. Spring sakura viewing guide wiโ€ฆ

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Nagano Local Gourmet Guide: Shinshu Soba

Discover Nagano''s unique local cuisine including ไฟกๅทžใใฐ. A food lover''s guide to the best โ€ฆ

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Rainy Day in Nagano: Best Indoor Spots & Activities

Don't let the rain stop you in Nagano! Discover top indoor attractions including ๅ›ฝๅฎๅ–„ๅ…‰ๅฏบๅ†…้ƒจ, โ€ฆ

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Nagano Food Guide: Shinshu Soba, Oyaki & Sanzoku-yaki

Nagano is Japan's leading buckwheat region. Enjoy earthy Shinshu soba, rustic vegetable-fiโ€ฆ

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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 obsโ€ฆ

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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 โ€ฆ

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Obuse: Town of Chestnuts and Hokusai Loved by Katsushika Hokusai

Obuse Town, Nagano is where Katsushika Hokusai spent his later years. Famous for Hokusai Mโ€ฆ

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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 "Omiwatarโ€ฆ

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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 innerโ€ฆ

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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 hotโ€ฆ

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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 Giโ€ฆ

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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 wasabโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ‚ Autumn

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-cuโ€ฆ

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Ueda Castle: Impregnable Castle Where Sanada Masayuki Defeated Tokugawa Twice

Ueda Castle built by Sanada Masayuki, father of Sanada Yukimura. Castle ruins that repelleโ€ฆ

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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 withโ€ฆ

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Kiso Valley: Walking the Historical Highway with Post Towns of Nakasendo

Kiso Valley with Nakasendo post towns lined along the Kiso River flowing through southwestโ€ฆ

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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 includinโ€ฆ

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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 โ€ฆ

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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 โ€ฆ

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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 saโ€ฆ

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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 โ€ฆ

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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 pupโ€ฆ

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Nakasendo Walking: Highway Journey Becoming an Edo-Period Traveler

A leisurely walking journey through the Nagano Prefecture section of the Nakasendo, one ofโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐ŸŒธ Spring

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-remainโ€ฆ

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Kamikochi โ€” Japan's Premier Highland Resort and Northern Alps

Discover Kamikochi, a pristine alpine valley in the Japanese Alps surrounded by soaring peโ€ฆ

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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 Caโ€ฆ

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Seasonal Picksโ„๏ธ Winter

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 Northernโ€ฆ

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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 powerfโ€ฆ

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Zenkoji Temple โ€” The Renowned Temple Welcoming All People Across Sects

Visit Zenkoji Temple in Nagano City, a beloved pilgrimage site that welcomes all regardlesโ€ฆ

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Kamikochi โ€” The Mystical Highland Paradise of the Japanese Alps

Explore Kamikochi's pristine alpine wilderness in the Northern Japan Alps, a sacred valleyโ€ฆ