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What to do in Nagano Prefecture

Discover the most popular places to visit in Nagano Prefecture

Shiga Kogen Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Yamanouchi with a visit to Shiga Kogen Ski Area. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

Explore the stunning tree-lined ridges and open slopes of this ski resort. Soak tired muscles in healing hot springs in the nearby traditional village.

Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Hokujo with a visit to Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Hakuba mountain range on a clear sunny day. The very steep mountain area is between two ski resorts, Happo-One and Goryu. A natural flat area between the ranges is inhabited by the local villagers.; S

Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Hakuba with a visit to Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Matsumoto Castle

Find out about the history of Matsumoto when you take a trip to Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Skiers on ski slope with jagged mountain backdrop. Hakuba, Japan

Tsugaike Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Otari with a visit to Tsugaike Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Zenko-ji Temple

After visiting Zenko-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nagano. Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

Jigokudani Monkey Park

Meet the animals who call Jigokudani Monkey Park home during your trip to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.

Shibu

You can take time to visit Shibu during your travels to Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Amble within the natural setting or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

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Shiga Highlands

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Shiga Highlands is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hasuike Ski Area and Maruike Ski Area.

Echo Land

5/5(3 area reviews)

Echo Land might not have many top sights, but Happo-one Adam Gondola and Hakuba Olympic Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kamisuwa Onsen

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Kamisuwa Onsen. You might want to make time for a stop at Suwashi Kohan Park or Lake Suwa Geyser Center.

Minaminagano

While visiting Minaminagano, you might make a stop by sights like Gondo Shopping Street and Kitano Cultural Center.

Kyukaruizawa

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kyukaruizawa. You might want to make time for a stop at Kumoba Pond or Karuizawa New Art Museum.

Nagano City, Japan Cityscape Panorama from Asahi Mountain

Kurita

5/5(1 area review)

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Kurita. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum and Japanese Traditional Paper Museum are a few top sights nearby.