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Private & custom tours
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Hida: Discover Gero Onsen’s Historic Gassho Village
Food, drink & nightlife
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1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano
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Half Day Archery and Samurai Experience in Matsumoto
What to do in Nagano Prefecture
Popular places to visit
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 relaxing 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.
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.
Matsumoto Castle
Find out about the history of Matsumoto with a stop at Matsumoto Castle. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable 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.
Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
During your trip to Karuizawa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza. Discover the area's hot springs and seek out the ski slopes.
Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Karuizawa with a visit to Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort. Discover the area's hot springs and shops.
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.
Areas of Nagano Prefecture
Echo Land
While Echo Land may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Happo-one Adam Gondola and Hakuba Olympic Museum.
Kyukaruizawa
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.
Kamisuwa Onsen
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Kamisuwa Onsen. You might want to make time for a stop at Suwashi Kohan Park or Katakura Hall.
Shiga Highlands
Shiga Highlands is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Ichinose Family Ski Area.
Minaminagano
While visiting Minaminagano, you might make a stop by sights like Gondo Shopping Street and Kitano Cultural Center.
Togakushi
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Togakushi. You might want to make time for a stop at Chibikko Ninja Village or Togakushi Ski Area.
