Nagano's Most Popular Sightseeing Spots
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Colorful Flowers and Cherry Blossoms
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15 of the Best Places to Visit in Nagano
Enjoy Nagano's wild natural scenery at its many national parks, historical sites and hot springs.
Warm Up with Hot Springs
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The Six Regions of Nagano
Climb the Japanese Alps, Soak in an Onsen, Frolic with the Snow Monkeys, Slurp Soba Noodles, Timewarp to the Feudal Past, Schuss through Powder Snow.
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Northern Nagano
From iconic Zenkoji Temple and the adorable Snow Monkeys to relaxing onsens and epic ski resorts, the Northern Nagano Area has it all!
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Central Nagano
Just beyond the castle town of Matsumoto are natural wonders at the base of the Northern Japanese Alps: the pristine basin of Kamikochi, the pastoral wasabi growing district of Azumino, the Hakuba Valley and the spectacular Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.
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Eastern Nagano
Eastern Nagano is a natural oasis easily accessible from Tokyo thanks to the Hokuriku bullet train. Beat the heat at Karuizawa, a luxury resort among highland forests, or enjoy the historical relics of the feudal past in Ueda or Komoro.
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Suwa Region
Yatsugatake and other mountains rise high around Lake Suwa. From spring to fall the surrounding foothills abound in the colors of wildflower and other foliage. Taking a drive along the Venus Line ridge is but one way to enjoy the area's beauty.
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The Kiso Valley
Tucked within the rugged Kiso Valley lie the historic post towns of the Nakasendo and lush natural scenery.
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Southern Nagano
Southern Nagano extends across the Ina Valley flanked by the Japanese Alps. Famous for Takato Castle’s cherry blossoms and the easily accessible 2,600-meter Senjojiki Cirque, the area boasts majestic scenery as well as rich history and culture.