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This exciting one-day tour combines a visit to the famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani with a morning of fun in the deep powder snow of Shiga Kogen - Japan's largest ski resort! Including lunch and l...

Home to the world-famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani and host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano is a favorite destination for international visitors. Known for its high mountain peaks and abundant s...

Located only a short walk from Yudanaka Station, Hotel Tsubakino is a modern ‘ryokan’ (guesthouse) nearby the Jigokudani Monkey Park and ski resorts of Shiga Kogen and Kita-Shiga Kogen....

Located within easy walking distance of Shibu Onsen, Yamazakiya is a homely ‘ryokan’ (traditional guesthouse) known for its warm welcome and particularly friendly owners....

Located at the top-end of Yudanaka Onsen, Maruka Ryokan offers Japanese-style accommodation within easy reach of the Jigokudani Monkey Park and ski resorts of Shiga Kogen and Kita-Shiga Kogen....

Located under 5-minutes drive from Yudanaka Station, Masuya Yudanaka is a traditional Japanese guesthouse offering spacious and comfortable rooms, relaxing hot springs and acclaimed meal service. Masu...

Boasting the largest ‘onsen’ (natural hot spring) in Yudanaka, Hotel Yudanaka is well-suited to guests looking for reasonably priced accommodation nearby the station....

The world will turn its focus to Japan this autumn, as it hosts the Rugby World Cup from September 20th to November 2nd 2019. With 13 host venues spread throughout Japan – from Hokkaido in the nor...

The elevation of Nagano and resulting temperature difference between day and night, bless the region with an ideal climate for growing fruit. As such, Nagano produces some of Japan’s best fruit; most...