Nagano Prefecture

Japan

Photo provided by Nozawa Onsen Tourism Association
Nawate-dōri featuring road cycling
Matsumoto Castle featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a sunset
Photo provided by Nozawa Onsen Tourism Association
Matsumoto featuring a sunset, heritage architecture and a pond

Popular cities in Nagano Prefecture

Karuizawa which includes night scenes and markets
Karuizawa
Known for Skiing, Golf and Museums
Love museums, golf, and skiing? Get away to Karuizawa!

Reasons to visit

  • Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
  • Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort
  • Hoshino Onsen Hot Spring
Matsumoto Castle featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a sunset
Matsumoto
Get away to Matsumoto! Enjoy the castle, history, and riverfront.

Reasons to visit

  • Matsumoto Castle
  • Kappa Bridge
  • Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Nagano featuring a waterfall
Nagano
Enjoy vegetarian food and go skiing in this scenic mountain region, explore the ancient wooden Zenkoji Temple and historic castle, and hear legends of ninja warriors.

Reasons to visit

  • Zenko-ji Temple
  • Nagano Olympic Stadium
  • M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena
Yudanaka Shibu Onsen featuring heritage elements as well as an individual male
Yamanouchi
Explore relaxing Yamanouchi: its skiing, hot springs, wineries, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Shiga Kogen Ski Area
  • Jigokudani Monkey Park
  • Yudanaka Hot Spring
Hakuba
Hakuba
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Sports
Trip time! Discover the skiing, mountains, and adventure in Hakuba.

Reasons to visit

  • Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area
  • Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort
We stopped by Ueda Castle on the way home from seeing the snow monkeys. We lucked out and they were having a Cherry Blossom Festival that day. Perfect end to a perfect day!
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Ueda
Known for Culture, Monuments and Temples
Ueda is calling! Discover its monuments, culture, art, and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Bessho Hot Springs
  • Ueda Castle Ruins Park