Temples, Cooking Classes, and Snowshoeing in Nagano

Find inner peace through Buddhist temple rituals and a hike through an enchanting forest, while picking up some new Japanese cooking tips along the way.

48 Hours in Nagano City

Take a two-day trip around Nagano City to see beautiful temples, shrines, and the famous snow monkeys of Jigokudani!

Soba 101: its Many Varieties and Where to Eat them

Over the years there have been numerous studies and diets claiming that certain foods can extend your life. I’d say to look no further than Nagano, considering that its men and women have the highest life expectancy in all of Japan.

Soba-Making Lessons in Nagano

Make your own delicious soba in Nagano!

Three-Day Trip in Matsumoto

To get the most out of your stay in Matsumoto, we’ve put together a three-day trip to one of Nagano’s most cultured and happening cities.