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 culture? Get away to Karuizawa!

Reasons to visit

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

Reasons to visit

  • Matsumoto Castle
  • Kappa Bridge
  • Matsumoto Performing Arts Center
Nagano featuring a waterfall
Nagano
Known for Skiing, Culture and Temples
Get away to Nagano! Enjoy the skiing, hot springs, and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Zenko-ji Temple
  • M-Wave Olympic Memorial Arena
  • Nagano Olympic Stadium
Yudanaka Shibu Onsen featuring heritage elements as well as an individual male
Yamanouchi
Known for Friendly people, Culture and Skiing
Explore upscale Yamanouchi: its skiing, hot springs, mountain views, 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 sports 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