How to Enjoy Yamanouchi in Winter

Beautiful wooden buildings and relaxing hot springs are just a part of Yamanouchi’s charm.

Five Ways to Enjoy the Snow

Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, sledding and more: there are plenty of activities to enjoy in Nagano's snowy mountains!

Expedition to the Snow Monkeys (The ‘How-To’)

Getting to the snow monkeys can be confusing – train vs. bus, which trailhead, etc. We break it down for you!

Matsumoto Castle's Ice Sculpture Festival

During this mid-winter ice carving competition, Matsumoto Castle is twice as cool.

Nagano’s Hidden Ski Resorts

Excellent glades and powder at one of Nagano’s hidden ski resorts: Madarao Kogen.

Snowshoeing Around the Shrines of Togakushi

The Zuishinmon Gate marks the entrance to the Okusha’s lane of giant cypress trees.