Nagano

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Nagano
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Nagano
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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.

Nagano, on Japan’s main island Honshu, is the capital city of the prefecture of the same name. The city is most famous as being the home of the Zenkoji Temple, a national treasure. Visit this important site of pilgrimage, but also be sure to make the most of the region’s other attractions. At the nearby mountains, go skiing or see macaque monkeys bathe in hot springs. Learn about the culture of the samurai warriors and view 300-year-old chestnut and beech trees in Oku Susobana Natural Park.

Visit the grand complex of the Zenkoji Temple to see one of the largest wooden temples in Japan. The main temple dates back to the seventh century and is said to house a very early Buddha statue.

Take the train to the castle town in the suburb of Matsushiro to see the legacy of a 17th-century warlord. Discover the samurai way of life at the Sanada and Yokota Residences and the Sanada Treasure Museum. Explore a bunker which hid the Emperor and government during World War II.

At the Togakure Ninpo Museum, try your hand at shuriken throwing like a ninja. Navigate mazes and secret doors and learn about Nishina Daisuke, a samurai who created his own style of ninjutsu.

Head to the nearby Joshinetsu Kogen National park and marvel at the snow monkeys in the hot springs of the Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park in Yamanouchi. At the onsen (traditional Japanese resorts) in the area you can enjoy the thermal pools for yourself. In winter, choose from over 20 ski resorts to carve up the snow on the nearby Shiga plateau.

Nagano is about a 2-hour train journey from Tokyo. Its central transport hub provides good connections to the major attractions in and around the city. Hire a car to explore the countryside. Join mushroom and fruit-picking expeditions or visit a local miso manufacturer. Nagano has a long history of catering for Zenkoji Temple’s Buddhist monks, so vegetarians will want to linger in this scenic area.

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
Hotel Metropolitan Nagano
3.5 out of 5
1346 Minami-ishido-cho, Nagano, Nagano-ken
The price is P5,075 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
P5,075
P6,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Better than some 4-star hotels I’ve stayed at! Staff were super friendly and helpful, great location, can get to it without walking outside and big rooms! Will def stay here next time!"

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2025

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Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano Zenkojiguchi
3 out of 5
1356 Suehiro-cho Minaminagano, Nagano, Nagano
The price is P2,596 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
P2,596
P3,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean. Good location."

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025

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Hotel JAL City Nagano
Hotel JAL City Nagano
3 out of 5
1221, Toigosho-machi, Nagano, Nagano-ken
The price is P2,812 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
P2,812
P3,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nagano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (863 reviews)
Avarage
"The stay was okay. Clean room, decent location, but nothing stood out. Fine for a short stay."

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2024

Hotel JAL City Nagano
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HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
4.5 out of 5
3020-1116 Shinden, Hokujo, Hakuba, Nagano
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and ...
HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin
IKEDA life kan
IKEDA life kan
3 out of 5
7078-13 Hokujo, Hakuba, Nagano
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room soaking tubs. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Plenty of room for kids. Well stocked and maintained. Close to town."

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2024

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Hakuba Canadian Lodge
Hakuba Canadian Lodge
3 out of 5
4715-4 Wadano Hokujo, Kitaazumi, Hakuba, Nagano
Stay at this 3-star ski cottage in Hakuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Hakuba ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (32 reviews)
Wonderful space for a family break
"This is a lovely lodge where we spent our Xmas family holiday. The main room is great with its wooden beams and high wooden ceiling. We had no complaints about cleanliness. The kitchen is small, but has a useful grill and 3 induction plates on the hob. There are 2 toilets - one in the shower room ..."

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2025

Hakuba Canadian Lodge
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