Things to do in Nagano Prefecture
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Tours & day trips
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Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi Day Trip with English Speaking Driver
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1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano
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Japanese Cooking Class at a Traditional House in Nagano
What to do in Nagano Prefecture
Popular places to visit
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 at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top ski area in Hokujo. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Shiga Kogen Ski Area
Hit the slopes at Shiga Kogen Ski Area, a top ski area in Yamanouchi. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Hakuba Valley Ski Area
Hit the slopes at Hakuba Valley Ski Area, a top ski area in Nagano. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort
Hit the slopes at Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort, a top ski area in Hakuba. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
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.
Jigokudani Monkey Park
See the exotic and native animals who call Jigokudani Monkey Park home during your travels in Yudanaka Shibu Onsen. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich 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.
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.
Areas of Nagano Prefecture
Shiga Highlands
Shiga Highlands is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area.
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 Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area and Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort.
Tsumago-juku
You'll enjoy the museums and waterfalls in Tsumago-juku. You might want to make time for a stop at Tsumago Honjin or Waki-Honjin.
Kyukaruizawa
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Kyukaruizawa. You might want to make time for a stop at Karuizawa New Art Museum or Kumoba Pond.
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 Lake Suwa Geyser Center.
Kurita
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Kurita. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum and Zenko-ji Temple are a few top places to visit.
