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  • December 6, 2015

    Shop at Zenkoji’s Nakamise Street

    The name of this street in Nagano City literally translates to "shops on the inside", alluding to its location on the Zenko-ji Temple complex. This dynamic souvenir street leads the way to Zenkoji's ...
  • November 25, 2015

    Yoshinoya Sake Brewery

    Dating back over 300 years, the Yoshinoya Sake Brewery offers a wide selection of Japanese sake and Zenko-ji miso. The flavours are rich and varied, and sake tastings are offered so you can try the di...
  • June 30, 2017

    Uruoikan

    Susobanakyo Hot Spring Uruoikan or simply 'Uruoikan' (うるおい館) is an onsen facility - including hotel and restaurant - within walking distance of Nagano Station. Offering both indoor and outdoor ba...
  • July 25, 2024

    Water Activities at Three Lakes of Nishina

    Located 13 kilometers directly north of Shinano-Omachi Station, the Three Nishina Lakes of Aoki, Nakatsuna, and Kizaki are best known for its azure waters and the lake activities that can be done the...
  • July 26, 2024

    Aburahi Shrine

    With a history spanning more than 1,100 years, Aburahi Shrine was revered by people of all kinds throughout the ages. It now plays an important role as a filming location for many historical movies a...
  • July 26, 2024

    Walk the Tokaido Trail

    During Japan's Edo Period (1603 to 1868) the Tokaido was the most important of the five major routes (including the Nakasendo, Koshu Kaido, Nikko Kaido, and Oshu Kaido) as it provided the most direct...
  • August 8, 2024

    Nikko Toshogu Shrine Complex

    Toshogu Shrine is arguably the most impressive and beautiful of all the temples and shrines on the heritage site of Nikko. It was built in 1617 during the Edo period, and it is the shrine where ...
  • August 13, 2024

    Shinkyō Bridge

    For many people, Shinkyō Bridge is the symbol of Nikko. The bridge was constructed in 1639, and it is ranked as one of the top 3 bridges in all of Japan due to its beauty and significance. It is a hi...
  • August 14, 2024

    Naraya Cafe and Foot Bath

    We at Snow Monkey Resorts love to try new cafes, and this cafe in Hakone is a must visit! Located just a stone’s throw away from Miyanoshita station, this cafe used to be an old Ryokan or Japanese st...