Nagano’s Top Cherry Blossom Spots

Find the best places to see cherry blossoms in spring, from ancient castle ruins to idyllic parks at the base of the Japanese Alps.

Where to See Flowering Fields in Nagano

Around Nagano’s ski resorts and historic sites, you can see wisteria, lavender, lilies and more. In the mountains, beautiful alpine flowers bloom throughout the summer season. Among myriad beautiful gardens and landscapes, we’ve chosen some of the most picturesque, accessible locations below.

Nothing but Flowers in Spring

During April and May, Nagano is covered in colorful flowers. See fields of yellow nanohana, red hanamomo, pink apricot blossoms and more!

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.

Cherry Blossoms and the Japanese Alps

Nagano’s special springtime scenery: cherry blossoms and snowy mountains

Iiyama's Nanohana Festival

In late April and early May, a golden carpet of flowers covers the countryside of Iiyama.