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!

Nakamise – The Shop-Filled Approach to Zenkoji Temple

From Buddhist Souvenirs to Eclectic Antiques, and with All Kinds of Eateries In-between, Zenkoji Temple’s Naka-mise is a Shopper’s Paradise.

A Beautiful Spring Day in Ueda

See incredible cherry blossoms at Ueda Castle and visit Bessho Onsen for its ancient temples and soothing hot springs.

Walking the Nakasendo

A path steeped in nature and history

Kiso Fukushima: Your Base Camp in the Kiso Valley

One of the most important checkpoints of the Nakasendo is now Kiso's largest town. Thanks to its central location, it's the perfect hub for visiting the Kiso Valley.

Great Winter Festivals in Nagano

Enjoy fire festivals, illuminations and more in this winter wonderland.