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  • January 26, 2023

    Stay at a Traditional ‘Shukubo’ in Zenkoji Temple

    Located only 20 minutes walk from Nagano Station, Zenkoji is one of Japan’s oldest and most important Buddhist temples. The importance of Zenkoji is reflected by the large number of ‘shukubo’ (temple...
  • July 31, 2019

    Matsumoto Castle

    As a registered National Treasure, Matsumoto Castle is one of the region’s most important cultural assets. Set against the impressive backdrop of the Northern Alps, the castle dates back to the end o...
  • September 4, 2024

    Amaharashi Coast

    The Bay of Toyama stretches 147 kilometers across Toyama prefecture, which beautiful views of the mountains no matter where you are. In the western part of the prefecture, in the city of Takaoka is p...
  • September 6, 2024

    Myojoji Temple

    In the most southern region of the Noto Peninsula, Hakui City was a center of power for centuries. Up the coast from the Chirihama Beach on a small peninsula is both Noto Ichinomiya Shrine, the forme...
  • September 5, 2024

    Oshima Island

    The northwest part of Fukui prefecture is famous for its dramatic coast, especially the Tojinbo Cliffs. Close by is Oshima Island with some equally impressive cliffs and rock formations. It isn't jus...
  • September 9, 2019

    Snow Monkey Resorts Tour Desk

    Our Snow Monkey Resorts Tour Desk is located outside of the East Exit of Nagano Station. Accessible on foot in under 2 minutes, tours – including group tours, private tours and charters – can be book...
  • May 2, 2018

    Kusatsu Onsen

    Famous throughout for its abundant volcanic water and dramatic setting, Kusatsu Onsen is often cited as one of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns. It is also grouped with Minakami, Ikaho and Shima ...
  • September 11, 2024

    Ashikuraji – On the Spiritual Road to Mt. Tateyama

    One of the most visited sites in all of Toyama is the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route. The stunning mountain landscapes of the Hida Mountains are as beautiful as they are sacred. Mt. Tateyama is one of ...
  • August 10, 2019

    Discover Matsushiro – Nagano City’s Samurai Town

    Around 12km to the south of central Nagano City, Matsushiro is a small town known firstly for its samurai heritage while also home to an open-secret beneath its feet. Once the stronghold of the rulin...